New research reveals that the percentage of immigrants are considering to leave Germanydespite the country’s significant need for specialized workforce. According to the latest data, the German economy is facing an acute staff deficit, with approximately 1.4 million jobs To remain vacant at the end of 2024. Foreign workers are now more than 16% of the labor market – a rate of twice as much compared to 2010 -, with a significant presence in key areas such as health.

Flying trends and the profile of immigrants thinking about leaving

Despite the growing number of immigrants who choose Germany for professional opportunities, many members of this social group are considering to leave the country. According to widely research Institute of Employment Research (IAB)the 26% of responders to (about 2.6 million people) have thought of leaving Germany in the last year, while 3% have already taken specific actions.

An important finding is the fact that those who are looking for better prospects elsewhere are often those who have a high level of educational and powerful linguistic skills. In particular, 30-39% of professionals in the field of Informatics, Finance and Business show immigration thoughts, according to research data. This trend is also strongly observed in the field of health and is considered a factor that burdens the country’s future landscape.

The reasons behind the intention of leaving

The causes are differentiated according to the next destination: financial outlook, taxation, social contributions, or bureaucracy And, very often, discrimination experiences affect those who seek to move to other developed countries. Those who prefer to return to their homeland are citing family reasons.

A worrying element lies in the fact that one -third of immigrants states that it does not feel accepted in German society. This feeling also contributes to political situationwith the public discourse being influenced by voices in favor of the hardening of immigration policy, as reflected in recent election results.

Seeking solutions to halt migrant exit

The German government is called upon to strengthen the motives for residence by institutionalizing bureaucracy, promoting digitization and examining tax relief. At the same time, it is necessary to improve the social climate so that immigrants can feel substantially accepted.

Indicatively her proposal CDU To provide incentives to stay in medicine, through compulsory public structures, he was supported by the relevant Ministry of Health. As Subultor Tinos Zorga said, “We bet on keeping young doctors in the country and not seeing them leaving”.

Curated by: George Passas