MigrantoImmigrants in the Falkland Islands
2.2K foreign-born residents — the #217 largest immigrant population in the world
Where immigrants come from
The top 3 countries account for 93% of all immigrants
↑↓ — change vs 2020
| Country | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1299 |
| Saint Helena | 479 |
| Chile | 292 |
| Australia | 61 |
| Argentina | 37 |
| New Zealand | 37 |
| USA | 27 |
By region of origin
Europe is the leading region of origin at 58%
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Interesting facts
Notable statistics about immigration in the Falkland Islands.
Falkland Islands is a primary destination for emigrants from Saint Helena
Falkland Islands attracts 81% of all emigrants from Saint Helena, making it the leading destination for those leaving the country.
Immigration sources have diversified since 1990
The top source country's share fell from 81% to 58%, indicating a broader spread of origins.
The share of immigrants from Europe has declined since 1990
The share of immigrants from Europe has shifted from 80.6% to 58.2% since 1990.
Immigration has accelerated notably since 2020
The immigrant population grew 19% from 1.9K to 2.2K, indicating an acceleration in migration flows following COVID and recent geopolitical shifts.
How immigration changed over time
Total immigrant population by year
| Year | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 824 |
| 1995 | 828 |
| 2000 | 1024 |
| 2005 | 1106 |
| 2010 | 1377 |
| 2015 | 1506 |
| 2020 | 1872 |
| 2024 | 2232 |
Top sources over time
Immigration from the 5 largest source countries
| Year | United Kingdom | Saint Helena | Chile | Australia | Argentina |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 664 | 31 | 43 | 7 | 27 |
| 1995 | 640 | 32 | 42 | 9 | 36 |
| 2000 | 704 | 133 | 65 | 10 | 39 |
| 2005 | 650 | 153 | 131 | 14 | 55 |
| 2010 | 798 | 295 | 181 | 38 | 24 |
| 2015 | 872 | 323 | 198 | 42 | 26 |
| 2020 | 1089 | 402 | 245 | 51 | 31 |
| 2024 | 1299 | 479 | 292 | 61 | 37 |
Fastest-changing origins
How immigration from each country has changed since the selected year
Falkland Islands as a destination, by diaspora
Share of each country's emigrants who settled in the Falkland Islands
Data source: International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division)
Frequently asked questions
How many immigrants live in the Falkland Islands?
Around 2.2K foreign-born residents live in the Falkland Islands, making it the #217-largest immigrant population in the world.
Where do most immigrants in the Falkland Islands come from?
Most immigrants in the Falkland Islands come from United Kingdom, Saint Helena and Chile — these three countries account for about 93% of all foreign-born residents.
How has immigration to the Falkland Islands changed over the past decade?
Over the past decade, the immigrant population in the Falkland Islands has grown from 1.5K to 2.2K people, a growth of about 48%.
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