Bangladesh Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Bangladesh's net migration was -402,100 in 2025, ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 15.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Bangladesh's net migration stood at -402,100 in 2025, a rise of +71,262 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -215,457 by 2026. Bangladesh ranked 3rd globally.
Bangladesh has experienced significant fluctuations in net migration over the past 66 years. At its peak in 1971, the country saw a net migration of 224,369 individuals, indicating an influx of people. However, this trend reversed in the following decades, with the all-time trough recorded in 2008 at -1,158,420 individuals, showcasing a large-scale emigration. Since then, Bangladesh has continued to experience a net outflow of people, with the latest figure standing at -402,100 individuals in 2025. This places Bangladesh third globally in terms of net emigration. In comparison, neighboring countries such as India and Nepal also record significant net outflows, with India at -495,753 individuals and Nepal at -364,699 individuals in 2025. The ongoing trend suggests that Bangladesh is likely to continue experiencing a net outflow of people in the coming years, potentially driven by economic and demographic factors. A significant improvement in the country's economic prospects could potentially alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 36,918 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -89,270 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -215,457 | - | - |
| 2025 | -402,100 | +71,262 | #3 |
| 2024 | -473,362 | +76,556 | #4 |
| 2023 | -549,918 | +72 | #5 |
| 2022 | -549,990 | +444,732 | #5 |
| 2021 | -994,722 | +7,800 | #1 |
| 2020 | -1.0M | +14,274 | #1 |
| 2019 | -1.0M | +12,273 | #2 |
| 2018 | -1.0M | +8,107 | #2 |
| 2017 | -1.0M | −118,406 | #2 |
| 2016 | -918,770 | −9,547 | #2 |
| 2015 | -909,223 | −20,001 | #2 |
| 2014 | -889,222 | −26,278 | #3 |
| 2013 | -862,944 | −33,069 | #3 |
| 2012 | -829,875 | +19,035 | #3 |
| 2011 | -848,910 | +264,817 | #2 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bangladesh matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2020. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bangladesh's net migration was -402,100 in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 15.1% increase from the previous year.
Bangladesh's net migration peaked at 224,369 in 1971.
The lowest net migration in Bangladesh was -1.2M in 2008.
Bangladesh ranks 3rd globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bangladesh's net migration is projected to reach -215,457 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Bangladesh in 2025 was -402,100. This ranks 3rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bangladesh_net-migration,
title = {Bangladesh Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bangladesh/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}