São Tomé and Principe Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
São Tomé and Principe's net migration was -650 in 2025, ranked 113th globally. This represents a 7.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
São Tomé and Principe's net migration stood at -650 in 2025, a decline of +46 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -568 by 2026. São Tomé and Principe ranked 113th globally.
São Tomé and Principe's net migration has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past six and a half decades, with the indicator ranging from an all-time low of -2,798.00 in 2000 to a peak of 0.00 in 2020. The country's net migration has been negative for most of the period, with a recent dip to -650.00 in 2025, ranking it the 113th globally. This trend is comparable to that of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, which also experiences a negative net migration of -714.00. Historically, the country's net migration has been influenced by its economy and labor market conditions, with periods of significant emigration often coinciding with economic downturns. In recent years, São Tomé and Principe has sought to diversify its economy and improve living standards, which may lead to a stabilization of net migration figures, potentially even a shift towards positive net migration if the country's economic growth continues to outpace that of peer nations.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -518 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -543 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -568 | - | - |
| 2025 | -650 | −46 | #113 |
| 2024 | -604 | −12 | #111 |
| 2023 | -592 | +0 | #101 |
| 2022 | -592 | +190 | #95 |
| 2021 | -782 | −782 | #103 |
| 2020 | 0 | +1,716 | #121 |
| 2019 | -1,716 | +41 | #100 |
| 2018 | -1,757 | +22 | #93 |
| 2017 | -1,779 | +14 | #92 |
| 2016 | -1,793 | +16 | #91 |
| 2015 | -1,809 | −8 | #103 |
| 2014 | -1,801 | −14 | #96 |
| 2013 | -1,787 | −48 | #94 |
| 2012 | -1,739 | −123 | #96 |
| 2011 | -1,616 | −87 | #97 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
São Tomé and Principe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
São Tomé and Principe's net migration was -650 in 2025. Ranked 113th globally. This represents a 7.6% decrease from the previous year.
São Tomé and Principe's net migration peaked at 0 in 2020.
The lowest net migration in São Tomé and Principe was -2,798 in 2000.
São Tomé and Principe ranks 113th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
São Tomé and Principe's net migration is projected to reach -568 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of São Tomé and Principe in 2025 was -650. This ranks 113th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_s-o-tom-and-principe_net-migration,
title = {São Tomé and Principe Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/s-o-tom-and-principe/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}