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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Migration

Here, you will learn some English words related to Migration that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
asylum
asylum
[noun]

protection or a safe place for those who are in danger or are experiencing hardship

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asylum seeker

a person who has fled their home country due to fear of persecution, based on race, religion, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, and is seeking international protection in another country

Ex: The asylum seeker arrived at the border and requested protection from political violence. 
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camp
camp
[noun]

a military facility where troops are stationed for training or operational purposes

Ex: The soldiers returned to camp after their training exercises. 
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detention center

a facility in which people, such as refugees, young offenders, etc. are held for a short period of time

Ex: The suspect was held in a detention center overnight. 
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refuge
refuge
[noun]

a place or structure that provides protection from danger, adversity, or hardship

Ex: The hikers found refuge in a mountain cabin during the storm. 
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refugee
refugee
[noun]

a person who is forced to leave their own country because of war, natural disaster, etc.

Ex: The refugee camp provided shelter and basic necessities to displaced families. 
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work permit

a piece of document which shows a person has the right to work in a particular country

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brain drain

a situation in which highly intelligent or skilled people of a country move to another country so that they can live a better life

Ex: The country suffered a brain drain as many doctors and engineers moved abroad for better salaries. 
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brain gain

the positive impact on a region or organization when it attracts and retains highly skilled and talented individuals, leading to intellectual and economic growth

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to settle
to settle
[Verb]

to follow a more secure and stable lifestyle with a permanent job and home

Ex: After completing their education, they settled into jobs in the city. 
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to relocate

to move to a new place or position

Ex: The company decided to relocate its headquarters to a more centralized location. 
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