The determinants of migration outflows from Polish sub-regions in both internal movement and abroad – identification and comparison
The determinants of migration outflows from Polish sub-regions in both internal movement and abroad – identification and comparison

Summary/Abstract: An important aspect of migration is the movement of the labour force. The level of migration outflows may be the result of a stagnant situation in the region and/or the inhabitants’ aspirations to improve their socio-economic conditions. The aim of this paper is to analyze the economic factors affecting the level of outflows from sub-regions. The hypothesis being verified is that the economic factors that determine the registered departures for permanent residence elsewhere are different depending on the migration’s destination: abroad or in internal movement. In particular, the effects of human capital and the level of social development of regions are investigated, both measures being constructed for the purpose of the analysis. Additionally the hypothesis that the sub-region type (urban, nearurban, other) affects the level of outflows, is also verified. Analyses were performed using statistical tools and econometric models based on panel data.

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