act of leaving one's country or region with the intent to settle permanently or temporarily in another
A quarter of Germans would like to emigrate. Many are packing their bags. Politics is partly to blame. Warum verlassen so viele junge Deutsche ihr Land?
Ben-Gvir calls for Israeli takeover of Gaza, Palestinian emigration in rare foreign media interview
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Majority of AfD voters consider emigration - | one region is a favorite: AfD voters are often very dissatisfied with the situation in Germany ...
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"The biggest key to emigration is: take away their hope."
In an interview on Channel 14, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the ... Show more
OpinionCuba’s Point of No Return: The Country Is Collapsing Even as Its Regime Survives: The country is collapsing even as its regime survives.
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OpinionEmigration remains a current topic - | for Germans and for the minority: Immigration: Why are people drawn to Denmark? The numbers are declining ...
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Emigrating as a retiree: These are the European countries where most Germans spend their retirement
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Almost seven in ten young adults are considering moving abroad for a better quality of life, according to new research by the National Youth Council of Ireland ... Show more
Leaving Germany?: What emigrants need to know about taxes: Those who emigrate leave many things behind, but not the German tax office. Which taxes are due upon ...
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Netanyahu tours Gaza front as Katz says emigration plan remains on the table: Defense minister says Trump froze but did not cancel the plan after Arab pressure ...
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Russians leave before election ends, fearing mobilisation to follow: Requests for emergency emigration assistance from Russia have surged eightfold since July ...
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Living and Job Fair Tondern: Why Germans are drawn to Denmark: More and more Germans want to emigrate. The turnout at the Living and Job Fair in Tondern was high ...
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Germany is driving away its high achievers: More and more young and well-qualified Germans are considering emigration. They criticize high workloads, bureaucracy ...
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Key Facts21% of Young Germans Plan to Emigrate
Sep 12, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- Among 14- to 29-year-olds, 21% concretely plan to leave; 41% can generally imagine doing so.
- Net migration among German nationals was minus 81,000 in 2024 and minus 97,000 in 2025.
- According to the article, 75% of emigrants hold university degrees and therefore largely belong to the highly qualified.
- An Ipsos MORI poll commissioned by the author across 13 countries suggests strong social envy in Germany; only France ranked higher.
Ironically, those who inwardly resign are not a character flaw in these people. It is the reckoning for a country that has long believed it could milk performance, lecture about freedom, and distrust success, without ever facing a bill.— Alexander Steffen (FDP politician) quoted in the Focus article about his critique of Germany's state; excerpt from his book Goodbye Deutschland
Ben Gvir unveils 'voluntary emigration' plan to remove most Palestinians from Gaza | The Times of Israel
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Key FactsWalter Lehnertz says he would leave Germany if AfD governs
Aug 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- The 59-year-old says he would leave Germany if the AfD assumed government responsibility.
- He names a finca in Mallorca as a possible destination.
- For the succession to Frank-Walter Steinmeier, whose second term ends in 2027, he would like Horst Lichter to take over.
- Despite turning 60 next year, Lehnertz is not considering retiring and undergoes regular medical checkups.
Then I'm gone.— Walter Lehnertz, 'Bares für Rares' dealer, in an interview with t-online about potentially emigrating from Germany if an ideologically driven party comes to power (specifically referring to the AfD).
Itamar Ben Gvir unveils a "voluntary emigration" party plan for 1.86 million Gazans
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Record Israeli emigration continued for third consecutive year in 2025, study finds | The Times of Israel
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Why Steinbach has one of the most common place names.: From Baden-Baden to Canada and Texas: Steinbach is one of the most common place names in Germany ...
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Three continents, one family: The dream of emigration made in Schwabach: Schwabach - | Every year, thousands of Germans emigrate. The story of two siblings from ...
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Which jobs are best suited for emigration? Experts give tips: Those who emigrate usually also have to look for a new job. What you should pay attention to and in ...
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Stefan Kolev before the election in Saxony-Anhalt: Why emigrants give us pause: Many committed young people are seeking their fortune abroad, observes economist ...
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Half of high earners are thinking about emigrating - | which countries are popular
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Cape Verde, the African archipelago where turtles return and young people leave: The tourism boom coexists with mass emigration, fragile families ...
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Emigration of doctors, engineers, other highly educated Israelis hits record high
timesofisrael.com/rising-exodus-of-top-taxpayers-to-cost-israel-billions-in-lost-revenue-study/
Island nation in demographic crisis: More and more people are leaving Cuba: In the last five years, Cuba's population has shrunk by up to 3 million people ...
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Nearly 270,000 Israelis left the country between 2023 and 2025, marking the highest emigration levels on record, according to Israeli media ... Show more
Greece: Why the emigrants are now returning en masse: Greece is using tax incentives to lure skilled workers who left during the debt crisis ...
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Emigrating to Switzerland - | how it works: Switzerland is the most popular destination for doctors emigrating there. What you need to know about emigrating ...
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Emigration: Thousands of Germans are drawn to a neighbor's capital city for a better life
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One in five people in Germany is considering emigrating - | what are the reasons?
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Trying to flee to Malaysia, key accused in Rs 12.30-lakh immigration fraud arrested
indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/panchkula-immigration-fraud-dunki-route-mastermind-arrested-10781094/
The Globe and Mail Jun 22
A wave of young digital nomads is leaving Canada for cheaper, warmer countries: This emigration happens in the shadows, untracked by our statistical agencies
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Emigration: More and more top earners want to move abroad: More and more Germans are emigrating. New surveys show who is leaving - | and which countries and ...
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Paid articlePaywall"Tears streamed down my face": Verona Pooth struggles with emigrating to Dubai: Verona Pooth and her family have now permanently emigrated to Dubai. On Instagram ...
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“Investment migration” is booming: The super-rich are leaving.: Political uncertainties, tax burdens, and security concerns are driving more and more wealthy ...
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Key FactsRecord German Emigration and Declining Net Immigration 2025
Jun 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- A record 288,579 German citizens emigrated abroad in 2025, surpassing previous highs.
- Germany’s net immigration declined sharply by 45%, from 430,000 in 2024 to 235,000 in 2025.
- Immigration from Syria, Afghanistan, Turkey, and Ukraine dropped significantly last year.
- Switzerland was the top destination for German emigrants, followed by Austria and Spain.
"I don't want to co-finance this anymore": Why high earners in Germany are opting out
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Because of AfD successes: Marcel Reif is thinking about emigrating: Marcel Reif is looking at Germany with concern. Because of the AfD's successes ...
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Key FactsMarcel Reif Reflects on Germany’s Political Climate
May 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- Marcel Reif expresses deep concern about Germany’s political situation following AfD’s electoral gains.
- He cautions against underestimating extremist movements, comparing current trends to the Weimar Republic era.
- Despite these challenges, Reif actively educates schoolchildren about the Holocaust and its lessons.
- He stresses individual responsibility to prevent history from repeating itself in any form.
Your smiles will soon be gone.— Marcel Reif, in the podcast 'Zwischen den Zeilen' with Bettina Böttinger, discussing AfD successes in Germany.
Blitz emigration: "Goodbye Germany!" family gave up everything for Dubai dream: Every year, the Schramm family went to Dubai for their holidays - | until ...
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Record number of young women: This is why 40 percent of American women want to leave their country forever
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Western politicians are usually fixated on how many people migrate to their country. What they fail to notice is the record numbers of people leaving ... Show more
"Farmer Wants a Wife" contestant looks familiar to viewers: "She also marketed her emigration"
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Emigrating to New Zealand: "I found a way to work remotely as a German lawyer": Ruth Gutenberg fulfilled her dream and emigrated to New Zealand with her ...
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Paid articlePaywall Emigrating to Italy: The harsh truth behind the €1 house: A house in Italy for €1? That's a dream that attracts many. But those who look closer realize: The ...
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‘Lack of housing’ a factor in Irish emigration to UK, says Catherine Connolly on first visit to Britain
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OpinionDiarmaid Ferriter: A hurling club in Buenos Aires won’t help answer the question of why Irish people leave
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Key FactsTop Destinations for German Expats in 2025
May 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Switzerland remains the top European destination for Germans abroad, hosting about 329,900 individuals with a 1.9% increase from the previous year.
- Austria ranks second with roughly 239,500 Germans, experiencing a 2.9% rise and a 40.5% growth over ten years.
- Germany’s population in Spain grew by 3% since 2022 to 131,800, despite a decade-long decline prior to that.
- Age distribution differs notably, with younger Germans mainly in Austria and older groups more prevalent in Spain.
Emigration in numbers: Where most Germans live in Europe: Two countries are particularly popular with Germans. A new analysis by the Federal Statistical Office ...
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Egypt’s Foreign Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, Badr Abdelatty, held a phone call on Saturday with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister ... Show more
Egypt, Qatar foreign ministers discuss regional de-escalation efforts - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
Egypt, Qatar foreign ministers discuss regional de-escalation efforts - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
Emigration: Rödiger Voss found his home in Thurgau: Rödiger Voss has lived in Switzerland for almost 20 years. He and his family have found their home in Thurgau ...
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Paid articlePaywallEmigration: "I want to leave my indifference towards work behind me": For a few years to Australia? Or permanently to Portugal? Seven people explain why they ...
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Concern about Donald Trump: Director Emmerich speaks about a possible world war: Star director Roland Emmerich expresses concern about a possible re-election of ...
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Saudi Gazette May 04
Saudi, Egyptian FMs discuss regional developments in phone call: Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Monday a phone call from ...
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First Bitcoin owners consider emigrating due to new tax: While the German government wants to tax cryptocurrencies differently, a new tax is also looming at the ...
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Emigrating to Denmark: Why Germans often fail in Denmark: Many emigrants fail in Denmark due to language, digitalization, and strict regulations.
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Paid articlePaywallMore and more Germans are moving across the border to Denmark.: More and more people are emigrating from Schleswig-Holstein to Denmark. Current data from the ...
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South African expats risk significant tax consequences by failing to formalise residency status
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Worldwide, migration has surged in the past two decades. There is evidence that some are tipped into emigration by their frustration with corrupt or autocratic ... Show more
When emigration helps bad rulers survive
When emigration helps bad rulers survive
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Goodbye Australia, UK, and Canada – reverse emigration trend hitting South Africa
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Pocher is toying with the idea of moving to Switzerland! Here’s how the Swiss are reacting
derwesten.de/panorama/promi-tv/oliver-pocher-auswandern-umzug-schweiz-kritik-id302034001.html
Oliver Pocher: Comedian plans to move to Zurich: The German comedian speaks for the first time in concrete terms about plans to move to the Zurich area ...
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Youth Study: Many Young People Are Thinking About Emigrating: Ongoing crises, uncertain career prospects, housing shortages: According to a youth study ...
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Most Indians in Gulf states are staying put as war continues. Can a new bill protect their rights?
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Israel's Gaza genocide coincided with 100,000 Israelis leaving country over two years, study shows
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Israel Faces ‘Brain Drain’ as Doctors, Skilled Workers Leave in Growing Numbers: Emigration from Israel surged sharply since 2023, with doctors and highly ...
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Nearly 2,000 African soldiers recruited by Russia are fighting in Ukraine: Hundreds of young people are being deceived with fake job offers or high salaries ...
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"My daughter was spat on and kicked" - | GNTM model Gisele Oppermann explains emigration to Brazil
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Emigration wave hits Israel: Is the Zionist dream in danger of collapsing?: Besides Israeli Palestinians, it is primarily Ashkenazi Jews from the middle class ...
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Taxes, money, jobs: Temporary emigration - | How to benefit from the 183-day rule
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Emigrating with a €1000 pension per month: These European countries are ideal: Lower cost of living and high quality of life? We show you which European ...
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Speaking on Channel 14 on Tuesday, strategic adviser Ramy Piro said: “The solution for Gaza is to get all the Gazans out of Gaza ... Show more
