Sociological approach to the phenomenon of illegal immigration in the Algerian society

Abstract EN

This study aims to shed light on the phenomenon of illegal migration in Algeria, exploring its motivations and the underlying factors driving young people to embark on such endeavors, it also presents examples of Algerian youth who have attempted immigration.

the descriptive method was employed to elucidate the true meaning of this phenomenon, examining its effects and identifying its causal factors.

the study concludes that economic motives are paramount among the reasons for illegal immigration, alongside the absence of prospects in Algerian society for its youth.

furthermore, the phenomenon continues to pose a significant threat to society due to the lack of serious focus on new levels of solutions beyond mere security or superficial economic measures.