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In 2026, Western Sahara sees net immigration of 4,689 people, with more arriving than leaving. As of 2024, the foreign-born population stood at around 5,628, about 1.0% of the total. Since 1950, it has gained a cumulative 331,436 people through migration. By 2100, projections point to net immigration.
Net migrants
+4,689
Net migration rate
+7.7 per 1,000 people
Foreign-born population (2024)
5,628
As of 2024, foreign-born residents made up about 1.0% of the population. The high immigration rate may reflect economic opportunities or policy openness.