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OECD Report Shows Continued Decline in Migration to Developed Countries

November 13, 2026 • 32 minutes ago •

PARIS: Migration to developed countries has decreased for the second consecutive year, with a 1.6% drop recorded in 2025, according to a report released by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on Thursday.

The report highlights that while the total number of new permanent immigrants in the 38 OECD countries remains significant, at 6.1 million in 2025, this figure is down from 6.2 million in 2024. The decline has been attributed to rising backlash against irregular migrants fleeing conflict and economic hardship, alongside a sharp 26% decrease in legal humanitarian migration.

This trend raises concerns about the implications for labor markets and social cohesion in these nations. Notably, permanent migration fell by 14% in the United States, 19% in Canada, and 32% in the United Kingdom last year. However, the number of permanent immigrants settling for the long term has increased by 12% compared to 2019, indicating a complex migration landscape.

In contrast to the overall decline, Portugal experienced a remarkable 139% increase in permanent migrants, totaling 313,600 individuals, largely due to the resolution of a backlog of pending applications. As countries grapple with these migration trends, policymakers are expected to convene to discuss strategies for managing immigration effectively in the coming months.

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