Norway Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Norway's net migration was 29,798 in 2025, ranked 189th globally. This represents a 32.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Norway's net migration stood at 29,798 in 2025, a decline of +14,558 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 43,052 by 2026. Norway ranked 189th globally.
Norway’s net migration has risen sharply from a negative balance of –1,427.00 in 1960 to a positive 29,798.00 in 2025, placing the country at rank 189 globally. The upward trajectory accelerated after the all‑time trough of –1,730.00 in 1989, reaching a peak of 58,040.00 in 2022 before moderating to the 2025 level. This pattern mirrors the experience of other high‑income European nations; for example, Denmark recorded 22,103.00 net migrants in the same year, while Belgium’s figure stood at 31,989.00, indicating that Norway’s recent inflows are comparable to its peers but still below Belgium’s. The sustained inflow reflects Norway’s strong labor market, high living standards, and active immigration policies, yet the slight decline from the 2022 peak suggests emerging constraints such as tighter housing markets or policy adjustments. Continued economic growth and targeted integration measures will be crucial to maintain or increase net migration in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 44,313 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 43,682 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 43,052 | - | - |
| 2025 | 29,798 | −14,558 | #189 |
| 2024 | 44,356 | −9,450 | #190 |
| 2023 | 53,806 | −4,234 | #190 |
| 2022 | 58,040 | +38,236 | #176 |
| 2021 | 19,804 | +8,527 | #177 |
| 2020 | 11,277 | −14,430 | #171 |
| 2019 | 25,707 | +7,234 | #179 |
| 2018 | 18,473 | −3,184 | #168 |
| 2017 | 21,657 | −4,760 | #172 |
| 2016 | 26,417 | −3,825 | #173 |
| 2015 | 30,242 | −8,280 | #180 |
| 2014 | 38,522 | −2,168 | #183 |
| 2013 | 40,690 | −7,193 | #184 |
| 2012 | 47,883 | +429 | #184 |
| 2011 | 47,454 | +4,589 | #185 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Norway matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Norway's net migration was 29,798 in 2025. Ranked 189th globally. This represents a 32.8% decrease from the previous year.
Norway's net migration peaked at 58,040 in 2022.
The lowest net migration in Norway was -1,730 in 1989.
Norway ranks 189th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Norway's net migration is projected to reach 43,052 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Norway in 2025 was 29,798. This ranks 189th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_norway_net-migration,
title = {Norway Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/norway/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}