Question

Why did many countries refuse to allow Jews to immigrate ?

Answer 1

It was the great depression.

Step-by-step explanation:

Many countries defended their positions to not accept refugees on their countries because the world was in recession and they couldn´t carry the load that jews coming from Europe needing assitance would represent, there were no jobs for the locals, and not enough food, adding people to that mix wasn´t convenient.

Answer 2

Many countries refused to allow Jews to immigrate because United States immigration laws forbade granting a visa to anyone likely to become a public charge, and customs officials assumed this applied to Jews because Germany forced them to leave behind any wealth. Hope this answer helps.