Migration

Migration pressures are growing worldwide, with 184 million people on the move globally. Most countries are simultaneously places of origin, transit, and destination. The poorest tend to migrate internally because international migration is costly.

Featured

Results Story

Matching Workers with Jobs Across Borders

Well-designed labor mobility programs can help meet new demands for skilled workers.
Publication

The Journey Ahead: Supporting Successful Migration in Europe and Central Asia

Migration can be a powerful force in addressing the region’s sociodemographic imbalances, yet the full economic potential remains untapped
Report

World Development Report: Migrants, Refugees, and Societies

Migration At-A-Glance

Migration is set to increase, driven by income gaps, demographic imbalances, climate change and conflict. The World Bank Group supports global efforts to promote safe, orderly, and regular migration and help maximize the development gains for countries sending and receiving migrants.

Overview

Data

Projects

Formal Employment Creation Project for Türkiye

The project aims to enhance the conditions for formal job creation in provinces with a high incidence of Syrians under Temporary Protection, to the benefit of both Turkish citizens and refugees.

Focus Areas

Remittances

Those who migrate for work often send money back to their communities and should have access to a multitude of payment methods ...
Jobs and Development

A productive private sector that provides jobs for all walks of society is key.
Fragility, Conflict and Violence

Addressing fragility and conflict is a strategic priority to ending extreme poverty and promoting shared prosperity.
Remittance Prices Worldwide

The World Bank monitors prices worldwide to measure progress towards global cost reduction goals.