People on the Move: A study of migrant movement patterns to and from New Zealand

Author: Phillipa Shorland

This research extends previous studies to understand more fully the dynamics of migrant movement patterns. Previous research assessed absence from New Zealand at one point in time, rather than over the course of the migrant’s residence in New Zealand. The research sought to identify migrants with particular movement patterns into and out of New Zealand and to explore characteristics of those who spend lengthy periods out of the country.

The findings show that immigration is a dynamic process. While the majority of migrants do not spend large amounts of time out of New Zealand after taking up residence, some migrants spend much of their time absent. There is also a consistent and growing loss of migrants over time.

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All publications in subject category: Immigration - Trends, Statistics and Summaries

     · Astronaut Families and Cosmonaut Couples
     · Benefit Receipt of Recent Migrants to New Zealand - 2006
     · Global Visa & Permit Survey 2008 Summary of Key Findings
     · Housing Markets and Migration: Evidence from New Zealand
     · Indicators of Skill Shortage
     · International Migration Outlook – New Zealand 2008
     · International Migration, 1995-1998: A Report on Current Research and a Bibliography
     · International Trade Negotiations and the Trans-Border Movement of People: A Review of the Literature
     · Migrants In N.Z.: An Analysis of 2001 Census Data
     · Migrants in New Zealand: An Analysis of 1996 Census Data
     · Migrants in New Zealand: An analysis of Labour Market Outcomes for Working Aged Migrants Using 1996 and 2001 Census Data
     · Migration Trends 2005/06 Report
     · Migration Trends 2006/07
     · Migration Trends and Outlook 2007/08
     · Migration Trends Key Indicators Report : July 2009
     · Monthly Migration Trends : July 2008-June 2009
     · New Faces, New Futures: New Zealand
     · Skilled migrants in New Zealand: a study of settlement outcomes
     · The Economic Impact of Immigration on Housing in New Zealand 1991–2016
     · Trends in Residence Approvals (series)
     · Work Visas and Permits Research