Advantages/disadvantages of emigration/immigration to losing/host country can be seen in the table below
| Advantages | Disadvantages | |
| For the host country | Extra labour. May bring skills/money. Cultural exchange brings new skills and ideas. | A strain on the resources, especially in LEDC’s. Can lead to poor housing being built and poor medical care. |
| For the losing country | Reduces burden on the country as there are fewer people to provide for. Money is sent back to family members from host countries. | A loss of labour and skills |
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