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Germany as a stopover? Insights into return and International Mobility Panel of Migrants in Germany

Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising.

Temporary migration of people who have immigrated to Germany is a frequently observed phenomenon, and the trend is rising. Between 2014 and 2023, the average emigration rate among foreign nationals ranged from 6 to 11 percent, depending on the data source. At the same time, Germany requires a net annual immigration of around 400,000 people to stabilize its labor force potential.