Philippines Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Philippines's net migration was -149,315 in 2025, ranked 13th globally. This represents a 6.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Philippines's net migration stood at -149,315 in 2025, a rise of +11,058 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -176,246 by 2026. Philippines ranked 13th globally.
The Philippines has experienced significant fluctuations in net migration rates over the past six and a half decades, with the country witnessing a notable shift from a peak of 178,274.00 in 1998 to a trough of -566,647.00 in 2006. This marked a reversal in the trend, with the Philippines becoming a net recipient of negative migration, indicating a decline in its population due to emigration. Since then, the country has continued to experience negative net migration rates, with the latest figure standing at -149,315.00 in 2025. While this is a significant improvement from the 2006 trough, it still ranks the Philippines among the top 15 countries globally in terms of net migration rates, with peer countries such as Brazil and Chad experiencing even more pronounced negative migration patterns. A stabilization of the country's economic growth and improvements in job opportunities could potentially alter the trajectory of the Philippines' net migration trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -189,622 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -182,934 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -176,246 | - | - |
| 2025 | -149,315 | +11,058 | #13 |
| 2024 | -160,373 | +3,911 | #11 |
| 2023 | -164,284 | +57,470 | #10 |
| 2022 | -221,754 | −136,569 | #10 |
| 2021 | -85,185 | −38,171 | #13 |
| 2020 | -47,014 | −40,806 | #18 |
| 2019 | -6,208 | +157,394 | #73 |
| 2018 | -163,602 | +99,991 | #10 |
| 2017 | -263,593 | +45,658 | #7 |
| 2016 | -309,251 | +81,451 | #6 |
| 2015 | -390,702 | −194,178 | #6 |
| 2014 | -196,524 | +21,915 | #9 |
| 2013 | -218,439 | −314,141 | #7 |
| 2012 | 95,702 | +335,707 | #195 |
| 2011 | -240,005 | −253,561 | #10 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Philippines matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Philippines's net migration was -149,315 in 2025. Ranked 13th globally. This represents a 6.9% increase from the previous year.
Philippines's net migration peaked at 178,274 in 1998.
The lowest net migration in Philippines was -566,647 in 2006.
Philippines ranks 13th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Philippines's net migration is projected to reach -176,246 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Philippines in 2025 was -149,315. This ranks 13th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_philippines_net-migration,
title = {Philippines Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/philippines/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}