Worker remittances, migration, accumulation and growth in poor developing countries: Survey and analysis of direct and indirect effects

► We survey empirical literature on the effects of worker remittances on growth. ► A stronger emphasis on the time dimension produces more positive effects. ► We add estimations to the multiple-equation literature considering poor countries. ► Direct and indirect effects of remittances and emigration on growth are shown. ► System simulations show that remittances and migration enhance growth.