Colombia Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Colombia's net migration was 129,139 in 2025, ranked 205th globally. This represents a 8.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Colombia's net migration stood at 129,139 in 2025, a decline of +12,504 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 107,091 by 2026. Colombia ranked 205th globally.
Colombia's net migration pattern has been marked by significant fluctuations over the past 66 years. At its peak in 2018, the country experienced a substantial influx of migrants, with 495,524 individuals entering the country, likely driven by improved security conditions following the peace agreement with FARC. Conversely, the trough in 1976 saw a substantial outflow of 98,057 individuals, likely due to the ongoing conflict with guerrilla groups. Despite ranking 205 globally in 2025 with a net migration of 129,139, Colombia's migration trend has been steadily declining from its peak. A comparison with peer countries such as Saudi Arabia, which ranked 119,738 in 2025, or Australia, which experienced a similar net migration of 137,109, highlights Colombia's relative position in the global migration landscape. Continuing economic growth and improved security conditions may contribute to a stabilization of net migration rates, potentially even a reversal of the current decline, if the country can effectively manage its economic and social development.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 70,811 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 88,951 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 107,091 | - | - |
| 2025 | 129,139 | −12,504 | #205 |
| 2024 | 141,643 | −12,878 | #203 |
| 2023 | 154,521 | −28,659 | #200 |
| 2022 | 183,180 | −15,890 | #196 |
| 2021 | 199,070 | −28,060 | #207 |
| 2020 | 227,130 | −169,696 | #209 |
| 2019 | 396,826 | −98,698 | #212 |
| 2018 | 495,524 | +64,452 | #213 |
| 2017 | 431,072 | +326,699 | #211 |
| 2016 | 104,373 | +145,496 | #193 |
| 2015 | -41,123 | +26,399 | #34 |
| 2014 | -67,522 | −2,733 | #20 |
| 2013 | -64,789 | −8,719 | #19 |
| 2012 | -56,070 | −9,685 | #25 |
| 2011 | -46,385 | −12,165 | #28 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Colombia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2023. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Colombia's net migration was 129,139 in 2025. Ranked 205th globally. This represents a 8.8% decrease from the previous year.
Colombia's net migration peaked at 495,524 in 2018.
The lowest net migration in Colombia was -98,057 in 1976.
Colombia ranks 205th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Colombia's net migration is projected to reach 107,091 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Colombia in 2025 was 129,139. This ranks 205th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_colombia_net-migration,
title = {Colombia Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/colombia/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}