Angola Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Angola's net migration was -3,524 in 2025, ranked 85th globally. This represents a 34.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Angola's net migration stood at -3,524 in 2025, a decline of +895 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -15,871 by 2026. Angola ranked 85th globally.
Angola’s net migration balance has shifted markedly over the 66‑year series, moving from a historic trough of –90,395.00 in 1969 to an all‑time peak of 130,643.00 in 2012 before slipping to –3,524.00 in 2025, placing the country 85th globally. The post‑civil‑war boom in the early 2010s attracted large numbers of expatriates and returnees, driving the 2012 high, while recent economic slowdown, declining oil revenues and tighter immigration controls have reversed the inflow, producing the modest outflow recorded in 2025. Compared with peers of similar rank, Angola’s net outflow is slightly lower than Honduras (‑4,778.00) and higher than Croatia (‑3,481.00), reflecting divergent labor‑market dynamics and policy environments. If diversification away from oil and improvements in domestic employment prospects materialise, the outflow could stabilise or turn positive; otherwise the modest negative balance is likely to persist.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -29,245 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -22,558 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -15,871 | - | - |
| 2025 | -3,524 | −895 | #85 |
| 2024 | -2,629 | −1,634 | #87 |
| 2023 | -995 | +0 | #96 |
| 2022 | -995 | −30,089 | #90 |
| 2021 | 29,094 | +21,538 | #186 |
| 2020 | 7,556 | −51,428 | #163 |
| 2019 | 58,984 | −2,648 | #191 |
| 2018 | 61,632 | −16,099 | #189 |
| 2017 | 77,731 | −13,883 | #189 |
| 2016 | 91,614 | +17,443 | #191 |
| 2015 | 74,171 | −10,364 | #195 |
| 2014 | 84,535 | −39,943 | #196 |
| 2013 | 124,478 | −6,165 | #197 |
| 2012 | 130,643 | +1,843 | #200 |
| 2011 | 128,800 | +6,382 | #200 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Angola matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Angola's net migration was -3,524 in 2025. Ranked 85th globally. This represents a 34.0% decrease from the previous year.
Angola's net migration peaked at 130,643 in 2012.
The lowest net migration in Angola was -90,395 in 1969.
Angola ranks 85th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Angola's net migration is projected to reach -15,871 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Angola in 2025 was -3,524. This ranks 85th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_angola_net-migration,
title = {Angola Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/angola/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}