Serbia Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Serbia's net migration was -13,086 in 2025, ranked 58th globally. This represents a 60.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Serbia's net migration stood at -13,086 in 2025, a decline of +4,954 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -14,087 by 2026. Serbia ranked 58th globally.
Serbia's net migration has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, ranging from a peak of 40,118 people in 2022 to a trough of -18,891 in 2019. This indicates a substantial shift in the country's demographic dynamics, particularly in recent years. In 2025, net migration reached -13,086 people, ranking 58th globally. This trend is comparable to Estonia's net migration, which also reached a net outflow of -13,350 people in the same year. The significant increase in net migration from 2019 to 2022 can be attributed to various factors, including economic instability and political tensions. However, the recent decline in net migration suggests a possible stabilization of the country's demographic trajectory. A significant change in the trajectory of net migration in Serbia would likely depend on the country's economic recovery and improvements in its business environment, which could attract more skilled workers and investments.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -25,382 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -19,735 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -14,087 | - | - |
| 2025 | -13,086 | −4,954 | #58 |
| 2024 | -8,132 | −12,480 | #65 |
| 2023 | 4,348 | −35,770 | #151 |
| 2022 | 40,118 | +49,092 | #171 |
| 2021 | -8,974 | +1,246 | #58 |
| 2020 | -10,220 | +8,671 | #50 |
| 2019 | -18,891 | −8 | #52 |
| 2018 | -18,883 | −232 | #51 |
| 2017 | -18,651 | −329 | #48 |
| 2016 | -18,322 | +467 | #46 |
| 2015 | -18,789 | +57 | #54 |
| 2014 | -18,846 | −980 | #56 |
| 2013 | -17,866 | +647 | #51 |
| 2012 | -18,513 | −19,124 | #59 |
| 2011 | 611 | −3,021 | #134 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Serbia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2011. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw net migration improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Serbia's net migration was -13,086 in 2025. Ranked 58th globally. This represents a 60.9% decrease from the previous year.
Serbia's net migration peaked at 40,118 in 2022.
The lowest net migration in Serbia was -18,891 in 2019.
Serbia ranks 58th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Serbia's net migration is projected to reach -14,087 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Serbia in 2025 was -13,086. This ranks 58th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_serbia_net-migration,
title = {Serbia Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/serbia/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}