The Economics of Circular Migration

Amelie Constant, Olga Nottmeyer (nottmeyer@iza.org) and Klaus Zimmermann (klaus.f.zimmermann@gmail.com)
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No 6940, IZA Discussion Papers from Institute of Labor Economics (IZA)

Abstract: Circular migration receives increasing attention due to its empirical relevance and as a policy concept to manage labor flows. This review discusses the advantages and disadvantages of circular movements for all parties. It studies the characteristics of circular movers worldwide and investigates the consequences of restrictive migration policies. Recent policy initiatives that aim to manage circular labor movement are also analyzed.

Keywords: remittances; immigrant workers; geographic labor mobility; international migration (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: F22 F24 J61 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 47 pages
Date: 2012-10
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Published - published in: A. F. Constant, K. F. Zimmermann (eds.), International Handbook on the Economics of Migration, Edward Elgar 2013, Cheltenham, UK, and Northampton, USA, Chapter 3, 55-74

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