MigrantoImmigrants in Mayotte
140.6K foreign-born residents — the #126 largest immigrant population in the world
Where immigrants come from
The top 3 countries account for 100% of all immigrants
↑↓ — change vs 2020
| Country | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| Comoros | 111502 |
| France | 18736 |
| Madagascar | 10316 |
By region of origin
Africa is the leading region of origin at 87%
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Interesting facts
Notable statistics about immigration in Mayotte.
Comoros is the leading source of immigration by a wide margin
Comoros accounts for 79% of all immigrants, far ahead of the second-largest source at just 7%.
Comoros is the fastest-growing major source
Immigration from the Comoros has increased by 76% since 2015, rising from 63.2K to 111.5K in 9 years.
Mayotte is a primary destination for emigrants from the Comoros
Mayotte attracts 30% of all emigrants from the Comoros, making it the leading destination for those leaving the country.
Immigration has accelerated notably since 2020
The immigrant population grew 29% from 109.2K to 140.6K, 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 | 12733 |
| 1995 | 25006 |
| 2000 | 44952 |
| 2005 | 62089 |
| 2010 | 71248 |
| 2015 | 79699 |
| 2020 | 109229 |
| 2024 | 140554 |
Top sources over time
Immigration from the 5 largest source countries
| Year | Comoros | France | Madagascar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 10288 | 1359 | 1086 |
| 1995 | 20154 | 2791 | 2061 |
| 2000 | 36203 | 5080 | 3669 |
| 2005 | 49545 | 7789 | 4755 |
| 2010 | 56520 | 9498 | 5230 |
| 2015 | 63225 | 10624 | 5850 |
| 2020 | 86652 | 14560 | 8017 |
| 2024 | 111502 | 18736 | 10316 |
Fastest-changing origins
How immigration from each country has changed since the selected year
Mayotte as a destination, by diaspora
Share of each country's emigrants who settled in Mayotte
Data source: International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division)
Frequently asked questions
How many immigrants live in Mayotte?
Around 140.6K foreign-born residents live in Mayotte, making it the #126-largest immigrant population in the world.
Where do most immigrants in Mayotte come from?
Most immigrants in Mayotte come from Comoros, France and Madagascar — these three countries account for about 100% of all foreign-born residents.
How has immigration to Mayotte changed over the past decade?
Over the past decade, the immigrant population in Mayotte has grown from 79.7K to 140.6K people, a growth of about 76%.
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