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International Migration

Definition

International migration involves people moving from one country to another, often in search of better living conditions, safety, or opportunities.

Related terms

Immigration: This refers to entering and settling in a country other than one's native country.

Emigration: This means leaving one's own country to settle permanently in another.

Refugees: These are people who have been forced to leave their home country due to political unrest, war, or persecution.

"International Migration" appears in:

Subjects (2)

AP US History
AP World History: Modern

Study guides (1)

AP Human Geography - 2.4 Population Dynamics

Practice Questions (5)

Which event can be seen as an instance of international migration due to environmental factors?
How did the Great Migration of African Americans to the Northern United States in the early 20th century and International migration from Mexico to the U.S. reflect similar effects of migration?
How does international migration usually affect the economy of developing countries?
How has international migration affected the cultural landscape of host communities?
How does international migration affect cultural diffusion?

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