Prospective immigrants get their information from family and friends living in the destination country. However, images and stories from social media, movies, and television also influence how potential immigrants feel about a new country. This can lead to false expectations as well. In general, technology influences the information (whether these are misinformation or correct) potential migrants receive. It can also help them stay in contact with family and friends who decide to stay in the country. Moreover, it allows them to find information about a possible move, connect with immigration lawyers, and look for potential future employment opportunities.
Let's have a look at the different factors that attract immigrants to countries:
Economic Factors
Plentiful job opportunities: stable employment and higher wages
The Bracero Program was created by the Mexican and U.S. governments from 1942 to 1964 to replace American agricultural workers (+ in the transportation industry) with Mexican laborers as Americans had to mobilize for the war. Almost 4.6 million Mexicans came to the US for work during the course of the program.
Political Factors
A stable government
Safe neighborhoods
Promises of peace and freedom
Political system that better fits your ideals (command economies vs. mixed economies, for instance).
Cultural Factors
More gender equality in terms of rights
Better work opportunities for women due to more equal-rights laws
Safety from discrimination and religious prosecution
Demographic Factors
Movement to cities to have better access to health care
Less-densely populated areas attract certain immigrants
More balanced gender ratios
Environmental Factors
A desirable climate or landscape
Fewer natural disasters
Why Do Immigrants Come to America?