Immigration refers to people's movement from their native places to other places. It can involve searching for jobs and permanent settlement. The business cycle has a significant impact on immigration in various ways. For instance, during boom periods, the economy creates numerous jobs for the immigrants hence increasing its performance. During recessions, the unemployment level significantly increases, lowering the immigrants' living standards. Despite the fluctuations in both unemployment and employment rates, immigrants' economic outcome is tied strongly to the business cycle in the short run.