Immigration is neither purely good nor purely bad for a country—it depends on the country’s economy, institutions, and how well immigration is managed.

### Common benefits
- **Fills labor shortages:** Immigrants often take jobs that are hard to fill, especially in healthcare, agriculture, construction, and tech.
- **Boosts economic growth:** More workers and consumers can mean more productivity and demand.
- **Supports aging populations:** In countries with low birth rates, immigrants can help sustain the workforce and tax base.
- **Adds skills and innovation:** Immigrants can bring education, entrepreneurship, and new ideas.
- **Cultural diversity:** Can enrich society through language, food, arts, and international connections.

### Common challenges
- **Pressure on housing and services:** Fast population growth can strain schools, healthcare, and housing if not planned for.
- **Wage competition in some sectors:** Some low-skilled workers may face more competition.
- **Integration issues:** Language barriers, discrimination, or poor integration policies can create social tension.
- **Short-term fiscal costs:** Some immigrants need public support initially, though this often changes over time.

### Bottom line
Immigration tends to be **good overall when it is legal, managed well, and matched to the country’s needs**. It can be harmful if it is sudden, poorly planned, or if institutions can’t absorb it.

If you want, I can also give you:
1. a **simple yes/no answer**,  
2. a **pros vs cons table**, or  
3. a **country-specific answer**.
