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International Migration from Albania: The Role of Family Networks and Previous Experience

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  • Marco Stampini
  • Calogero Carletto
  • Benjamin Davis

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This paper analyzes the sweeping evolution of Albanian migration since 1990, classifying the phenomenon by destination (toward Greece or other countries) and type (temporary or permanent). Using data from the 2002-3 Living Standards Measurement Study (LSMS) panel data set and the 2001 Housing and Population Census, we show first that the profile of migrants has evolved over time, with the phenomenon spreading to less-educated individuals and to poorer regions of the country. Second, we show that family migration networks and previous personal experience, in conjunction with other individual and household characteristics, are the primary determinants of the decision to migrate. The role of migration networks and personal previous experience varies by type and destination of international migration.

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  • Marco Stampini & Calogero Carletto & Benjamin Davis, 2008. "International Migration from Albania: The Role of Family Networks and Previous Experience," Eastern European Economics, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 46(2), pages 50-87, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:mes:eaeuec:v:46:y:2008:i:2:p:50-87
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    1. World Bank, 2007. "Albania - Urban Growth, Migration and Poverty Reduction : A Poverty Assessment," World Bank Publications - Reports 7659, The World Bank Group.
    2. Azzarri, Carlo & Carletto, Calogero, 2009. "Modeling migration dynamics in Albania : a hazard function approach," Policy Research Working Paper Series 4945, The World Bank.
    3. George Berulava, 2019. "Migration and labor supply in Georgia: an empirical study," Eurasian Economic Review, Springer;Eurasia Business and Economics Society, vol. 9(3), pages 395-419, September.

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