Immigration searches shot up by 1,514% in US since Trump’s victory, but where are Americans moving to? Canada, UK and…
Countries like Canada and New Zealand gained popularity due to cultural similarities and high quality of life, reflecting mixed reactions from American citizens.
Donald Trump’s election as the 47th U.S. President has sparked mixed reactions among the American citizens. Right-wing populists, opposing immigration, celebrated his win, while many Democrats began exploring migration options. Following the announcement, Google search volume for ‘migration’and ‘immigration’ surged by 1,514%. On November 5 and November 6, traffic for “immigration” related pages saw a sharp increase of 338%.
Let's look the countries that saw maximum searches
The search for moving to Costa Rica increased to 302%
The search for moving to Norway rose to 437%.
Moving to Ireland search surged by 355%.
Similarly, search for moving to the UK from USAsurged by 375%.
On the other hand, Germany-Visa.org experienced a 336% increase in traffic for pages related to immigration.
Here are the highly searched keywords by American users, as per visaguide
“Moving to Ireland”: + 2400 percent
“How to move to Europe”: +1566 percent
“Immigrate to New Zealand”: +1566 percent
“English-Speaking Countries”: +1328 percent
“Moving to Norway”: +1150 percent
“Moving to Australia”: +1150 percent
“Moving to Portugal”: +1100 percent
Here are top countries Americans are willing to move:
Canada, New Zealand, The United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland, Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Netherlands, Costa Rica, Mexico
Why Americans are willing to move to these countries?
The popularity of these countries as top destinations varies by reason. Canada is favored for its close proximity and cultural similarities, while New Zealand attracts attention for its high quality of life.
The UK and Australia are also popular, likely due to their English-speaking environments. This familiarity may influence many Americans' choices.
For those seeking a fresh start, European countries like Portugal stand out. Known for its American-friendly atmosphere, affordable living costs, and warm climate, it’s an appealing option.
Germany is another strong contender, offering excellent education, job opportunities, and a high standard of living, making it attractive to career-focused Americans.
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First Published:3 Dec 2024, 10:51 PM IST
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