New and innovative ways to attract foreign talents in the EU: EMN Inform

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  This joint European Migration Network (EMN) – OECD (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development) inform examines new and innovative ways to attract foreign talent used by EMN Member Countries and selected non-EMN OECD countries, covering the period from January 2021 to March 2024. Based on input from 21 EMN Member Countries and data provided by the OECD, it reviews … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General for Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:28 Feb 2025
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EU and OECD Member States responses to managing residence permits and migrant unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic: EMN and OECD Inform #1

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The outbreak of COVID-19 and the substantial measures taken by EU and OECD countries to stem the spread of the virus are having direct and indirect impacts on the migration field. While the long-term consequences are difficult to predict, the immediate impacts are already visible, for example, where the processing of applications for visas and residence permits has in many … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network, Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
Publisher:Directorate General for Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:30 Jul 2020
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EMN Annual Report on Immigration and Asylum 2015: Synthesis Report

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The EMN Annual Report on Immigration and Asylum 2015 provides an overview of the main legal and policy development in the area of migration and asylum taking place at EU level and within participating countries[1]. The following key points are identified: Common European Asylum System A total of 1,321,600 asylum applications were submitted in 2015, more than double compared to … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:10 Aug 2016
Reference Period:10 Aug 2016 to 01 Jan 2020
Geographic Focus:Europe
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‘Always up for the craic’: young Irish professional migrants narrating ambiguous positioning in contemporary Britain

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Abstract Abstract This paper explores the experiences of recent Irish highly qualified migrants who, having left post-Celtic Tiger Ireland, arrive in post-‘Peace Agreement’ Britain. Our paper contributes to understanding the enduring salience of place and how expressions of identities are framed by specific place-based factors as well as by temporality. We explore how these migrants’ narratives, as ‘successful’ professionals, are … Read More

Author(s):Louise Ryan and Edina Kurdi
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Online
Publication Date:04 Aug 2015
URL:http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/13504630.2015.1058707#.Vcm2PvlVhBc
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Approaches and Tools used by Member States to Identify Labour Market Needs: EMN Inform


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The way that Member States apply tools such as labour market tests, shortage lists and quotas is highly specific to their Member State and reflects national priorities and practices. The extent to which these are effective in meeting labour market demand through migration, and the lessons to be learned and shared, would contribute to better understanding of the potential of … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:05 Dec 2013
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Attracting Highly Qualified and Qualified Third-Country Nationals: EMN Synthesis Report

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Abstract This synthesis study provides an overview of national and EU policies aimed at attracting highly qualified third-country nationals for the purpose of work.  Practical measures implemented to achieve the goals of the national policies are also described. The study also aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different measures in Member States to attract (highly) qualified third-country nationals. In addition, … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:23 Oct 2013
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Attracting Highly Qualified and Qualified Third-Country Nationals to the EU: EMN Inform


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This EMN Inform presents the main findings of the EMN Focussed Study “Attracting Highly Qualified and Qualified Third-Country Nationals to the EU” undertaken by EMN National Contact Points from 23 (Member) States. It provides, an overview of national policies and EU acquis aimed at attracting (highly) qualified third-country nationals for the purpose of work and also outlines practical measures implemented … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:23 Sep 2013
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Attracting Highly Qualified and Qualified Third-Country Nationals: Ireland

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Abstract Despite the current recession in Ireland, the demand for certain specific, niche skills exceeds supply available within the EEA. As a result Ireland has aimed to attract key talent from non-EEA countries to fill skills shortages in specific sectors such as IT, engineering, finance and healthcare. This study discusses the policies and practical measures introduced to attract highly qualified … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn and Egle Gusciute
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:06 Sep 2013
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0357 3
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Migrants and the Irish Economy


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This report provides an analysis of the many benefits migrants bring to the Irish Economy. Key arguments in the report include that without the launguages and skills provided by migrants the multinational sector in Ireland would not be nearly as strong, and also that there is little evidence of welfare tourism or abuse. These alongside a number of recommendations provide … Read More

Author(s):Jim Power (Economist) and Péter Szlovák (The Integration Centre)
Publisher:The Integration Centre
Publication Date:26 Oct 2012
Geographic Focus:Ireland
URL:http://www.integrationcentre.ie/getattachment/b3adea11-a0f7-4983-86b1-480265e51497/Migrants-and-the-Irish-Economy.aspx
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Migrants, minorities, mismatch? Skill mismatch among migrants and ethnic minorities in Europe

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Source: CEDEFOP Research Paper No 16 Available to download: http://www.cedefop.europa.eu/EN/Files/5516_en.pdf

Author(s):Kostas Mavromaras (Flinders University), Seamus McGuinness (The Economic and Social Research Institute), Nigel O’Leary (Swansea University), Peter Sloane (Swansea University)
Publisher:Publications Office of the European Union
Publication Date:18 Oct 2011
Geographic Focus:Europe
URL:http://www.cedefop.europa.eu/EN/Files/5516_en.pdf
ISBN:9789289607063
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Satisfying Labour Demand through Migration: EMN Synthesis Report


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Abstract This study explores national strategies adopted by EU Member States for addressing labour market needs and shortages and the extent to which these strategies draw upon migrant workers to address such needs.  The study also examines whether the recent economic downturn and recovery have led to any changes to these strategies to satisfy labour demand through migration. This Synthesis … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:European Migration Network
Publication Date:15 Jun 2011
Reference Period:01 Jan 2004 to 31 Dec 2010
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Annual Monitoring Report on Integration 2010


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The Annual Monitoring Report on Integration (2010), brings together a range of indicators to develop a profile of how immigrants are integrating into various aspects of Irish society: employment, education, social inclusion and active citizenship. Following a framework proposed at the EU Ministerial Conference on Integration at Zaragoza in 2010, the key indicators aim to be comparable across EU Member … Read More

Author(s):Frances McGinnity, Emma Quinn, Philip J O'Connell, Nora Donnelly (ESRI)
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute and The Integration Centre
Publication Date:04 May 2011
Reference Period:01 Jan 2010 to 31 Dec 2010
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:9780707003146
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Satisfying Labour Demand Through Migration: Ireland

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Abstract The current study investigates Ireland’s approach to satisfying labour and skills demand through migration in the period 2004-2010. The emphasis is on non-EU economic immigration but information is also provided on EU immigration where relevant. Policy information and data is provided on economic migrants, where relevant divided into highly skilled, skilled and low skilled workers. Ireland’s policy on labour … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:19 Nov 2010
Reference Period:01 Jan 2004 to 31 Mar 2010
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0308 5
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Access of non-EU nationals to the Irish labour market 1996-2009


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This report looks at how non-EEA nationals have accessed the Irish labour market since 1996. It attempts to give a thorough description with regard to their entitlements in the context of the labour market and introduce the relevant labour market and social policy framework, legislation and case law. It highlights what have been the main challenges for non-EU nationals in … Read More

Author(s):Péter Szlovák (The Integration Centre)
Publisher:The Integration Centre
Publication Date:01 Apr 2009
Reference Period:01 Jan 1996 to 01 Apr 2009
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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The Earnings of Immigrants in Ireland: Results from the 2005 EU Survey of Income and Living Conditions

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This paper has three objectives. First, a review of the developing body of work on the economics of immigration in Ireland is provided. Second, the analysis undertaken by Barrett and McCarthy (2007) of earnings of immigrants in Ireland is updated. Third, the earnings of immigrant women are assessed to see if they experience a “double disadvantage”. Among other findings, the … Read More

Author(s):Alan Barrett (ESRI) and Yvonne McCarthy (Central Bank)
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:20 Dec 2007
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Annual Policy Report 2006: EMN Synthesis Report

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The report provides an overall insight into the most significant political discussions, legal developments, as well as enforcement policies and administrative practices in the participating Member States within the field of migration and asylum for the period 1 January 2006 to 31 December 2006. The report is based on Country Study reports produced by EMN National Contact Points (NCPs) from … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:European Commission
Publication Date:01 Oct 2007
Reference Period:01 Jan 2006 to 31 Dec 2006
Geographic Focus:European Union
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Conditions of Entry and Residence of Third Country Highly-Skilled Workers in the EU: EMN Synthesis Report


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This EMN synthesis report summarises and compares, within a European perspective, the findings from studies completed by eleven National Contact Points (Austria, Belgium, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Sweden, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom) on the conditions of entry and residence of third country highly-skilled workers in the EU. The purpose of this study is to contribute to the … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate-General Justice, Freedom and Security, European Commission
Publication Date:01 May 2007
Reference Period:01 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2006
Geographic Focus:European Union
ISBN:9789279077982
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Conditions of Entry and Residence of Third Country Highly-Skilled Workers in Ireland

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Abstract Data from the QNHS are used to show the numbers of workers employed in highly skilled occupations between 2000 – 2005, categorised by Irish, EU15, EU10 and non-EU nationality. The report outlines the employment permits system for highly skilled workers that was in place prior to 2007. The rights and obligations of highly skilled workers are considered. Along with all … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn and Philip J. O'Connell
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:23 Feb 2007
Reference Period:01 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2005
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Managed Migration and the Labour Market – The Health Sector: EMN Synthesis Report


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Abstract The objective of the EMN study was to contribute to the development of appropriate policies on labour migration for the health sector, by presenting an overview of the current situation and needs in the participating Member States (Austria, Belgium, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Sweden, the Netherlands and United Kingdom) in a comparative manner. This report identifies that … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate-General Justice, Freedom and Security, European Commission
Publication Date:01 Nov 2006
Geographic Focus:European Union
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Managed Migration and the Labour Market – The Health Sector in Ireland

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Abstract The current study aims to investigate managed migration and the labour market in relation to the health sector in Ireland. The focus of the report is on the following areas: medicine, nursing, dentistry, dental nursing, psychology, nursing and midwifery, physiotherapy, pharmacy and chiropody/podiatry. The study identifies that immigration has contributed substantially to increased numbers of persons employed in medicine … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:04 Jul 2006
Reference Period:04 Jul 2006 to 01 Jan 2020
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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