5 Countries with Highest Rates of Emigration

In this piece, we will take a look at the 5 countries with highest rates of emigration. For more countries, head on over to 30 countries with highest rates of emigration.

5. Bangladesh

Total number of emigrants from 1990 – 2020: 42,360,455

While the Bangladeshi economy is rapidly rising, many first generation migrants moved from the country to escape poverty in a densely populated country, or to send more money back to families since exchange rates aren’t very favorable to the Bangladeshi taka.

4. China

Total number of emigrants from 1990 – 2020: 51,900,711

China has been among the countries with the highest rates of emigration, particularly since the country’s leadership’s approach of higher integration, leading to many residents leaving to live in other countries.

3. Mexico

Total number of emigrants from 1990 – 2020: 67,249,512

While Mexico is still considered to a moderately advanced economy, it can also be very dangerous to live there because of various drug cartels operating in the region while many also move to the U.S. in search of better opportunities.

2. Russian Federation

Total number of emigrants from 1990 – 2020: 76,264,378

While oligarchs in Russia can afford a life of opulence and luxury, the same is not true for most Russians living in the country, where standards of living are often surprisingly for a major European power. It would not be surprising to see Russia top this list as ever since its invasion of Ukraine and the ensuring sanctions, younger, more educated and wealthy Russians have been leaving the country in droves.

1. India

Total number of emigrants from 1990 – 2020: 78,266,566

Easily topping the list of the countries with the highest rates of emigration is India, which should come as no surprise considering it is also the most populous country in the world. While India has some incredibly competitive colleges and universities, many graduates then take their in-demand skills to more advanced countries like the U.S. to be able to manage a higher standard of living.

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