Mali Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Mali's net migration was -48,019 in 2025, ranked 24th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Mali's net migration stood at -48,019 in 2025, a decline of +1,139 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -56,967 by 2026. Mali ranked 24th globally.
Mali’s net migration has remained firmly negative over the 66‑year series, reflecting a persistent outflow of residents. The latest World Bank estimate for 2025 records a net loss of 48,019 persons, ranking the country 24th globally and closely matching Vietnam’s figure of 48,171. The outflow intensified after the early 2000s, when the all‑time peak of only –8,914 migrants occurred in 2002, but then surged to an all‑time trough of –140,507 in 2012, the sharpest decline in the series. Since that nadir, the annual deficit has gradually narrowed, falling to –48,019 by 2025, yet it remains far above the modest outflow of the early 2000s. The downward trajectory suggests that without substantial improvements in security, economic opportunity, and public services, Mali is likely to maintain a sizable net emigration, although continued modest declines could eventually bring the balance closer to zero.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -68,676 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -62,821 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -56,967 | - | - |
| 2025 | -48,019 | −1,139 | #24 |
| 2024 | -46,880 | −6,927 | #19 |
| 2023 | -39,953 | −2 | #19 |
| 2022 | -39,951 | −17,741 | #18 |
| 2021 | -22,210 | −7,248 | #35 |
| 2020 | -14,962 | +29,411 | #38 |
| 2019 | -44,373 | −3,663 | #21 |
| 2018 | -40,710 | −6,768 | #24 |
| 2017 | -33,942 | −3,691 | #32 |
| 2016 | -30,251 | +18,621 | #34 |
| 2015 | -48,872 | +1,196 | #29 |
| 2014 | -50,068 | −9,117 | #27 |
| 2013 | -40,951 | +99,556 | #28 |
| 2012 | -140,507 | −97,347 | #13 |
| 2011 | -43,160 | −8,677 | #31 |
Analysis
Mali's net migration was -48,019 in 2025, a decline of −1,139 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated -56,967 by 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mali's net migration was -48,019 in 2025. Ranked 24th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous year.
Mali's net migration peaked at -8,914 in 2002.
The lowest net migration in Mali was -140,507 in 2012.
Mali ranks 24th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mali's net migration is projected to reach -56,967 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Mali in 2025 was -48,019. This ranks 24th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mali_net-migration,
title = {Mali Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mali/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}