All in the family: Self-selection and migration by couples

What is it about?

This paper examines determinants of couple migration in a model that accounts for self-selection of migrant couples. The study is based on a sample of married couples from the Swedish population. Results suggest that family migration is partially driven by relatively low earning wives with unmeasured potential for strong earnings.

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Why is it important?

Domestic (regional) migration have major impacts on the demographics of regions. Therefore, understanding the causes for migration and nature of migration flows is important for policy and planning.