Short-term Labour Migration from the Republic of Armenia to the Russian Federation: Empirical Study on Determinants and Effects.

Bellak C, Leibrecht M, Liebensteiner M (2014)

Publication Language: English

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2014

Journal

Journal of Development Studies Taylor & Francis (Routledge): SSH Titles / Taylor & Francis (Routledge)

Book Volume: 50

Pages Range: 349-367

Journal Issue: 3

DOI: 10.1080/00220388.2013.858125

Abstract

We explore the determinants of short-term labour migration from Armenia to Russia based on a unique panel dataset. A dynamic switching regression model with endogenous switching is applied. Our evidence pinpoints migration experience, the expected individual income gap from migration, low job opportunities in Armenia and the possibility of diversifying income risks as the most important determinants. Family ties turn out to be insignificant. The hypothetical income gap is about 280 per cent. Several explanations are provided for the fact that some individuals do not migrate in spite of a large income gap.

Authors with CRIS profile

Mario Liebensteiner Juniorprofessur für Wirtschaftswissenschaften (Energiemärkte und Energiesystemanalyse)

Involved external institutions

Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien (WU) AT Austria (AT)

How to cite

APA:

Bellak, C., Leibrecht, M., & Liebensteiner, M. (2014). Short-term Labour Migration from the Republic of Armenia to the Russian Federation: Empirical Study on Determinants and Effects. Journal of Development Studies, 50(3), 349-367. https://doi.org/10.1080/00220388.2013.858125

MLA:

Bellak, Christian, Markus Leibrecht, and Mario Liebensteiner. "Short-term Labour Migration from the Republic of Armenia to the Russian Federation: Empirical Study on Determinants and Effects." Journal of Development Studies 50.3 (2014): 349-367.

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