World Migration Report

Chapter 1 of WMR2026 by @MarieLMcAuliffe & @Pabloceriani_ examines migration during a time of “increasing disruption and distortion.” Read more: publications.iom.int/books/world-mi…

As #IMRF2026 concludes, the new World Migration Report is a reminder that migration policy needs to be based on data. The evidence continues to show that safe and regular pathways benefit people, communities, and economies alike. Read it now: iom.int/ZeK

When regular migration channels narrow, people often move through more dangerous routes. Expanding safe pathways is practical policy, grounded in data. #IMRF2026 Read more: worldmigrationreport.iom.int

Around 168 million migrant workers were part of the global workforce in 2022, helping meet labour needs and support economies across regions. Their work is essential in sectors that people and communities rely on every day. Read more: worldmigrationreport.iom.int

1 in every 30 people in the world is an international migrant, yet most people remain in their country of birth. Our World Migration Report 2026 puts the numbers in perspective. Read more: worldmigrationreport.iom.int

Reliable data is essential to understanding migration in a rapidly changing world. The World Migration Report helps unpack global migration trends, challenges and opportunities, supporting more informed discussions and decision-making. iom.int/Zey

Over 83 million people are internally displaced, showing that most displacement happens within countries, not across borders. Our World Migration Report looks at what is driving these trends and what sustainable solutions look like. #IMRF2026 Read more: worldmigrationreport.iom.int

Migration drives growth and development. New data shows those gains are at risk when regular pathways are restricted. Evidence and cooperation deliver better outcomes for everyone. #IMRF2026 worldmigrationreport.iom.int

By the end of 2024, around 120 million people were living in displacement globally. In our new World Migration Report, we look at what is driving these trends and what more effective, sustainable responses could look like. Read more: worldmigrationreport.iom.int

Around 304 million people live outside their country of birth, yet most people stay where they are. Migration is global but not the lived reality for most people. Our new World Migration Report puts the numbers in perspective. Read more: worldmigrationreport.iom.int

304 million migrants. USD 905 billion in remittances. IOM's World Migration Report 2026 shows how safe and regular pathways support growth while restrictions put those benefits at risk. Read more: iom.int/ZeQ

If you are a Turkish speaker, check out this @bbcturkce article by @onurerem published recently in lead up to International Migrants Day, in which @MarieLMcAuliffe is interviewed on global migration trends: 👉bbc.in/3PhJJFE

Remittances act as crucial support for migrants’ families and significantly enhance the economies and development of their countries of origin. Explore our award-winning #WMR interactive platform for long-term data on remittance flows 📊 🔗 shorturl.at/ZP6CC

🌍 There are clear links between human development, peace, State fragility and displacement. Explore these links in this #WMR2024 chapter on migration & human security.c #WorldDevelopmentInformationDay 👉 shorturl.at/Uv2sR

As analyzed in this #MigrationPolicy Practice article on regional integration and human mobility in East and Horn of Africa, safe, orderly and regular human mobility has the potential to catalyze economic growth and development. Read more here: 👉 shorturl.at/rmDFQ

“Migration is a driver of human development, and can generate significant benefits for migrants, their families and countries of origin.” Read more in the #WMR2024 Explore here: 🔗 shorturl.at/d1Gtm

#Migration is closely linked to development. Learn more in this #WMR2024 chapter on growing migration inequality: 👉 shorturl.at/yrhy1

Today is #WorldDevelopmentInformationDay 🌎 Follow us throughout the day to learn more about our research outputs on #migration and #development. 📈

“The long-term trend data speaks for itself: migration is a major driver of human development globally” says @MarieLMcAuliffe in a blog for the World Economic Forum. Read more here: 👉 shorturl.at/1ZEYv

The recording of the GenMig Research Webinar on 'Women Migrants' Entrepreneurship in Migration and Displacement Settings' is now available. The event discussed the intersections of gender, migration, and entrepreneurship in diverse contexts. 👇 📻shorturl.at/4vaWR