Migrant

Definition

A migrant is someone who moves from one place to another with the intention of settling temporarily or permanently in the new location. Migrants may move within their own country (internal migration) or between different countries (international migration).

Related terms

Immigrant: An immigrant is someone who moves into a new country with the intention of residing there permanently.

Refugee: A refugee is someone who has been forced to flee their home country due to persecution, war, or violence and seeks protection in another country.

Asylum seeker: An asylum seeker is someone who has applied for protection as a refugee but hasn't received approval yet. They are awaiting a decision on their asylum claim.