Sudan Net Migration
Net migration SM.POP.NETM
Sudan's net migration was 291,469 in 2025, ranked 211th globally. This represents a 153.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Sudan's net migration stood at 291,469 in 2025, a rise of +835,726 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -318,952 by 2026. Sudan ranked 211th globally.
Sudan's net migration has been marked by significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, with a notable shift towards emigration in recent years. The country's net migration peaked in 2017 at 441,623 individuals, a stark contrast to the all-time low of -1,349,998 recorded in 2023, indicating a massive outflow of people. The latest available data, which shows a net migration of 291,469 individuals in 2025, suggests that the trend is still negative but has begun to stabilize. In comparison, Malaysia's net migration stands at 166,615 individuals, a more stable figure that may indicate the country's relative economic and social stability. The stark difference in net migration between Sudan and its peer countries highlights the country's ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining talent, a trend that is likely to continue unless significant economic and social reforms are implemented, potentially altering the trajectory of net migration in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | Net Migration | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | -318,548 | - | - |
| 2027* trend | -318,750 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -318,952 | - | - |
| 2025 | 291,469 | +835,726 | #211 |
| 2024 | -544,257 | +805,741 | #3 |
| 2023 | -1.3M | −1.3M | #2 |
| 2022 | -26,668 | −58,332 | #30 |
| 2021 | 31,664 | +97,597 | #188 |
| 2020 | -65,933 | −26,442 | #15 |
| 2019 | -39,491 | −164,990 | #24 |
| 2018 | 125,499 | −316,124 | #197 |
| 2017 | 441,623 | +356,895 | #212 |
| 2016 | 84,728 | +18,252 | #188 |
| 2015 | 66,476 | −26,028 | #192 |
| 2014 | 92,504 | +286,505 | #197 |
| 2013 | -194,001 | +38,195 | #8 |
| 2012 | -232,196 | +114,828 | #6 |
| 2011 | -347,024 | −7,558 | #6 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sudan 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
Sudan's net migration was 291,469 in 2025. Ranked 211th globally. This represents a 153.6% increase from the previous year.
Sudan's net migration peaked at 441,623 in 2017.
The lowest net migration in Sudan was -1.3M in 2023.
Sudan ranks 211th globally in net migration as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SM.POP.NETM. Data sourced from World Bank.
Sudan's net migration is projected to reach -318,952 by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The net migration of Sudan in 2025 was 291,469. This ranks 211th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sudan_net-migration,
title = {Sudan Net Migration},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sudan/net-migration/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}