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This paper discusses the impact of remote work on labour mobility and urban development. We argue whether remote work can replace high-skilled migration especially if job opportunities drive migration decisions. Given the characteristics of jobs that are suitable for remote working, along with different cost and types of migration we conclude that remote work is a good substitute for physical migration of high-skilled workers. The analysis highlights that this substitution leads to a relative increase in low-skill migration in urban areas, potentially affect-ing economic and social structures as well as land-use not only in urban areas but also in sub-urban areas. The study emphasizes the need for urban policies to adapt to these changes by promoting inclusive economic development plans and enhancing urban amenities to support a diverse and skilled workforce.
Schoenberg et al. (Thu,) studied this question.