What is meant by "expedited removal" in immigration procedures?

Expedited removal refers to the swift removal of individuals who are deemed inadmissible when they are encountered at U.S. entry points, such as airports or border crossings. This process allows immigration officials to quickly determine an individual's inadmissibility and remove them from the country without a formal hearing before an immigration judge. The purpose of expedited removal is to secure the borders and manage immigration efficiently by preventing individuals who do not meet entry requirements from entering the U.S.

In contrast, other options describe processes that are not related to expedited removal. For instance, a lengthy appeals process for denied applications involves multiple steps and can take considerable time, which does not align with the concept of expedited removal. Similarly, requiring court hearings before removal describes a different legal procedure that allows for judicial oversight—again, not consistent with the expedited nature of this process. Finally, a delayed response to visa applications is unrelated to removal procedures at all and focuses on processing times rather than removal. Therefore, the choice that accurately defines expedited removal as a quick mechanism to remove inadmissible individuals at entry points is correct.