Factors Influencing Transnational Mobilities in Old Age

Climate, Finances, Attachments, and Life Course Events

Abstract

This paper presents a comparative analysis of the factors motivating transnational mobility in four categories of older adults. Qualitative data collected in 2020 and 2021 in Spain and Switzerland reveal three main reasons: climate, financial considerations, and feelings of attachment. Furthermore, the findings emphasise the importance of life course events in shaping transnational mobilities in old age. Finally, this study highlights the need to extend transnational ageing research to less permanent and multiple patterns of mobility.