- The Immigration Advice Service has experienced a 500% increase in traffic from the U.S.
- Preferred destinations for American emigrants include Canada and the U.K.
- 40% of U.S. citizens aged 16-24 are considering emigration.
After Donald Trump’s historic return to the presidency in 2024, millions of Americans are considering their “great escape,” new research reveals.
According to the Immigration Advice Service, 25% of Americans are now contemplating relocation. The service has seen a 500% rise in website traffic from the U.S., while Google searches for “moving abroad” and “how to emigrate” are at record highs.
Coastal cities show the greatest interest, with 47% of Los Angeles residents and 35% of New Yorkers considering emigration. Younger individuals are far more likely to seek a move abroad, with 40% of those aged 16-24 exploring the option, compared to just 14% of those aged 55 and above.
The most popular destinations are Canada (29%) and the UK (19%), while Ireland (7.5%) and Australia (8%) see lower levels of interest.
In Britain, attitudes towards moving to the U.S. have also shifted. A survey indicates that 40% of Brits are now less likely to consider America as a destination, with women showing stronger reluctance (50%). Australia (15%) and Canada (14%) are becoming more popular choices.
Ono Okeregha, Director at the Immigration Advice Service, remarked: “There’s a complex mix of factors that affect a person’s choice to emigrate and their preferred destination. However perceived stability both financial and political is extremely important. The recent US election has sent shockwaves through America and beyond. There is a real sense of uncertainty and we’re seeing this impact both Americans and Brits’ decisions about where they want to live and build their future.”
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