MigrantoImmigrants in Jordan
5.1M foreign-born residents — the #13 largest immigrant population in the world
Where immigrants come from
The top 3 countries account for 93% of all immigrants
| Country | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| Palestine | 2379525 |
| Syria | 1593643 |
| Egypt | 767948 |
| Iraq | 219163 |
| Yemen | 38858 |
| Libya | 28839 |
| Bangladesh | 26252 |
| Philippines | 22618 |
By region of origin
Middle East is the leading region of origin at 83%
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Interesting facts
Notable statistics about immigration in Jordan.
A significant share of the population of Palestine has settled here
More than 1 in 2 people from Palestine now live in Jordan — 2.4M people, representing 44.99% of the population of Palestine.
Jordan is a primary destination for emigrants from Palestine
Jordan attracts 56% of all emigrants from Palestine, making it the leading destination for those leaving the country.
Immigration sources have diversified since 1990
The top source country's share fell from 84% to 47%, indicating a broader spread of origins.
Immigration is a key driver of population growth
50% of the population growth of Jordan since 1990 came from new immigrants, reflecting immigration's central demographic role.
Palestine is the leading source of immigration by a wide margin
Palestine accounts for 47% of all immigrants, far ahead of the second-largest source at just 31%.
A significant share of residents were born abroad
1 in 2 residents of Jordan is foreign-born — 5.1M out of 11.6M, representing 43.9% of the population.
How immigration changed over time
Total immigrant population by year
| Year | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1110071 |
| 1995 | 1472771 |
| 2000 | 1777831 |
| 2005 | 2152238 |
| 2010 | 3606408 |
| 2015 | 4230185 |
| 2020 | 4756945 |
| 2024 | 5076846 |
Top sources over time
Immigration from the 5 largest source countries
| Year | Palestine | Syria | Egypt | Iraq | Yemen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 929992 | 29096 | 129780 | 17842 | 2235 |
| 1995 | 1284533 | 32266 | 123678 | 25979 | 2358 |
| 2000 | 1575672 | 35436 | 117577 | 37955 | 2481 |
| 2005 | 1802413 | 120637 | 147608 | 61156 | 4506 |
| 2010 | 1962969 | 669685 | 381955 | 537499 | 17290 |
| 2015 | 2130871 | 1218732 | 616302 | 176104 | 30074 |
| 2020 | 2289806 | 1440562 | 706516 | 215392 | 35268 |
| 2024 | 2379525 | 1593643 | 767948 | 219163 | 38858 |
Fastest-changing origins
How immigration from each country has changed since the selected year
Jordan as a destination, by diaspora
Share of each country's emigrants who settled in Jordan
Data source: International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division)
Frequently asked questions
How many immigrants live in Jordan?
Around 5.1M foreign-born residents live in Jordan, making it the #13-largest immigrant population in the world.
Where do most immigrants in Jordan come from?
Most immigrants in Jordan come from Palestine, Syria and Egypt — these three countries account for about 93% of all foreign-born residents.
What share of the population of Jordan are immigrants?
Immigrants make up around 44% of the population of Jordan — that's 5.1M out of a total population of 11.6M.
How has immigration to Jordan changed over the past decade?
Over the past decade, the immigrant population in Jordan has grown from 4.2M to 5.1M people, a growth of about 20%.
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