Burundi Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Burundi's net migration was -34,727 in 2025, ranked 28th globally. This represents a 28.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Burundi's net migration stood at -34,727 in 2025, a decline of +7,653 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -35,353 by 2026. Burundi ranked 28th globally.
Burundi’s net migration has remained strongly negative, with the World Bank reporting a loss of 34,727.00 persons in 2025, ranking the country 28th globally in out‑migration. The figure follows a volatile history; after a dramatic surge to a peak of 516,373.00 arrivals in 1994, the country experienced its all‑time trough of –684,261.00 departures the previous year, reflecting the impact of civil conflict and economic distress. Over the 66‑year series, net migration has consistently trended downward, a pattern mirrored in peer economies such as the Dominican Republic (–35,306.00) and Haiti (–32,052.00), where limited domestic opportunities and regional instability drive emigration. While the 2025 outflow is smaller than the historic trough, the persistence of negative migration suggests that unless substantial improvements in security, governance, and livelihoods occur, Burundi is likely to continue recording net losses in the near term.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -49,292 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -42,322 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -35,353 | - | - |
| 2025 | -34,727 | −7,653 | #28 |
| 2024 | -27,074 | −29,069 | #35 |
| 2023 | 1,995 | +0 | #145 |
| 2022 | 1,995 | +16,410 | #138 |
| 2021 | -14,415 | −4,226 | #44 |
| 2020 | -10,189 | −24,442 | #51 |
| 2019 | 14,253 | −53,888 | #169 |
| 2018 | 68,141 | +136,490 | #190 |
| 2017 | -68,349 | +40,947 | #20 |
| 2016 | -109,296 | +126,911 | #14 |
| 2015 | -236,207 | −229,351 | #10 |
| 2014 | -6,856 | −4,571 | #74 |
| 2013 | -2,285 | −24,902 | #91 |
| 2012 | 22,617 | +42,130 | #178 |
| 2011 | -19,513 | −31,358 | #59 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burundi matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burundi's net migration was -34,727 in 2025. Ranked 28th globally. This represents a 28.3% decrease from the previous year.
Burundi's net migration peaked at 516,373 in 1994.
The lowest net migration in Burundi was -684,261 in 1993.
Burundi ranks 28th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Burundi's net migration is projected to reach -35,353 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Burundi in 2025 was -34,727. This ranks 28th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burundi_net-migration,
title = {Burundi Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burundi/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}