Portugal Migration Statistics in 2024

Comprehensive overview of migration trends, demographics, and regional distribution in Portugal based on the latest official data

1,040,000
Foreign Residents (2024)
9.8%
Of Total Population
13.2%
Year-over-Year Growth
190
Different Nationalities

Top Source Countries

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Non-EU Countries

  • Brazil flag Brazil 250,000
  • India flag India 50,000
  • United Kingdom flag United Kingdom 48,000
  • United States flag United States 30,000
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EU Countries

  • Italy flag Italy 50,000
  • France flag France 48,000
  • Germany flag Germany 22,000
  • Spain flag Spain 18,000
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Top EU Countries (Detailed)

  • Italy flag Italy 50,000
  • France flag France 48,000
  • Germany flag Germany 22,000
  • Spain flag Spain 18,000
  • Netherlands flag Netherlands 15,000
  • Ireland flag Ireland 9,000
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Top Non-EU Countries (Detailed)

  • Brazil flag Brazil 250,000
  • India flag India 50,000
  • United Kingdom flag United Kingdom 48,000
  • United States flag United States 30,000
  • China flag China 28,000
  • Angola flag Angola 25,000

Regional Distribution

Migration in Portugal is concentrated in specific regions, with major urban centers hosting the largest communities of foreign residents.

Lisbon Metropolitan Area
45%
Major hub for tech workers, students, and diverse communities
Porto Metropolitan Area
16%
Growing center for international students and professionals
Algarve Region
13%
Popular with retirees, especially from UK and Northern Europe
Braga Region
8%
Emerging hub for technology workers and students
Setúbal Peninsula
7%
Growing community of foreign residents near Lisbon
Other Regions
11%
Increasingly attracting digital nomads and remote workers

Demographic Breakdown

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Age Distribution

25–44 years: 55% of foreign residents
45–64 years: 25% of foreign residents
Under 25: 14% of foreign residents
Over 65: 6% of foreign residents
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Employment Sectors

Technology & Services: 30%
Tourism & Hospitality: 25%
Construction & Manufacturing: 18%
Education & Research: 12%
Other Sectors: 15%

Historical Growth

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Migration Growth Trends

2018: 480,000 residents
2020: 620,000 residents
2022: 782,000 residents
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