There are various types of migration. Chiefly, these types can be classified as in-migration or out-migration.
In-migration or Internal Migration
This is the process of moving into another area in the country where you live. This form may also be described as internal migration. So when a person moves from one community to another or from the rural areas to the urban areas, there are practicing in-migration or internal migration.
Out-migration or International Migration
This is where a person moves out of their country to another country to reside. This may also be described as international migration. So moving from St. Kitts to New York is international/out-migration or moving from Jamaica to St. Kitts is international/out-migration.
Permanent Migration
This type of migration refers to persons moving from one location to another permanently. In essences, the move to the new location for good.
Temporary or Seasonal Migration
This form or migration occurs when person migrate for a short period of time. Sometimes for six months or in some cases until some form of work arranged is complete. For example, In Caribbean persons migrate to Canada during the apple-picking season to work on apple farms. This form of migration is usually for work related purposes for a short term.
Voluntary Migration
Person who migrate to join relatives or to find a better quality of life for themselves or their children. So persons who move to find work or for school migrate voluntarily.
Involuntary or Force Migration
In some cases person migrate because they are in fear of their lives. This type of migration is described as involuntary or forced migration. Some countries may be experiencing wars, oppression or some form of disaster. This may cause people to move to locations where they feel safer.
