Homeward bound: Yemeni return migration.

Area of Science:

• Sociology
• Demographics
• Migration Studies

Background:

• The period 1970-1989 witnessed significant migration of Yemenis to Saudi Arabia.
• Understanding the characteristics and outcomes of return migration is crucial for both origin and destination countries.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify the demographic profiles of Yemeni return migrants from Saudi Arabia.
• To investigate the origins and future trajectories of these return migrants.
• To provide empirical data on a specific cohort of return migration.

Main Methods:

• The study utilizes original, empirical data collected through a survey.
• The survey focused on return migration and was administered in al-Hujariyya, North Yemen.
• Data collection took place during the winter and spring of 1989.

Main Results:

• The research identifies key characteristics of Yemeni individuals returning from Saudi Arabia.
• It provides insights into the regions within Yemen from which migrants originated.
• The study offers preliminary findings on the future prospects and integration of returnees.

Conclusions:

• The findings contribute empirical evidence to the understanding of Middle Eastern return migration patterns.
• The study highlights the importance of localized data in comprehending broader migration phenomena.
• Further research is suggested to explore long-term outcomes for Yemeni return migrants.