Argentina Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Argentina's net migration was 2,859 in 2025, ranked 163rd globally. This represents a 17.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Argentina's net migration stood at 2,859 in 2025, a decline of +595 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4,156 by 2026. Argentina ranked 163rd globally.
Argentina’s net migration has fallen sharply from an early‑record high of 20,387.00 in 1960 to a modest 2,859.00 in 2025, placing the country 163rd globally. The all‑time peak of 47,659.00 arrived in 1984, reflecting a period of strong inflows, while the deep trough of –23,687.00 in 2001 signalled a wave of emigration during the country’s acute economic crisis. Over the 66‑year coverage, the figure has trended downward, now closely matching Slovenia’s 2,711.00 and Iceland’s 2,709.00, yet remaining well below Malta’s 5,161.00. The persistent decline suggests that unless Argentina can stabilise its macro‑economic environment and improve labour market prospects, net migration is likely to remain low or even turn negative, limiting the potential for population‑driven growth in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 4,747 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 4,452 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 4,156 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2,859 | −595 | #163 |
| 2024 | 3,454 | −679 | #159 |
| 2023 | 4,133 | −1,456 | #150 |
| 2022 | 5,589 | +5,275 | #143 |
| 2021 | 314 | +22 | #131 |
| 2020 | 292 | −5,105 | #129 |
| 2019 | 5,397 | −345 | #154 |
| 2018 | 5,742 | +811 | #142 |
| 2017 | 4,931 | −284 | #145 |
| 2016 | 5,215 | −249 | #144 |
| 2015 | 5,464 | −330 | #159 |
| 2014 | 5,794 | +519 | #156 |
| 2013 | 5,275 | +2,297 | #151 |
| 2012 | 2,978 | +4,095 | #152 |
| 2011 | -1,117 | +3,886 | #106 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Argentina 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
Argentina's net migration was 2,859 in 2025. Ranked 163rd globally. This represents a 17.2% decrease from the previous year.
Argentina's net migration peaked at 47,659 in 1984.
The lowest net migration in Argentina was -23,687 in 2001.
Argentina ranks 163rd globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Argentina's net migration is projected to reach 4,156 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Argentina in 2025 was 2,859. This ranks 163rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_argentina_net-migration,
title = {Argentina Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/argentina/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}