MigrantoImmigrants in Wallis and Futuna
2K foreigners live in Wallis and Futuna — 0% of the country's population
Immigrants in Wallis and Futuna by country
The 3 largest groups make up 98% of all immigrants
| Country | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| New Caledonia | 1016 |
| France | 886 |
| Vanuatu | 67 |
| Mayotte | 27 |
| French Polynesia | 10 |
By region of origin
54% of immigrants come from Oceania
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Key facts
Immigrants in Wallis and Futuna in numbers
New Caledonia are the largest group by a wide margin
51% of all immigrants were born in New Caledonia, while the next group accounts for just 3%.
The share of immigrants from Europe has grown since 1990
23.8% of immigrants came from Europe in 1990, compared with 44.2% today.
Immigrants come from a wider range of countries than in 1990
The largest group's share fell from 61% to 51%.
Immigrant population in Wallis and Futuna over time
Foreigners living in Wallis and Futuna, by year
| Year | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1375 |
| 1995 | 1668 |
| 2000 | 1972 |
| 2005 | 2140 |
| 2010 | 2086 |
| 2015 | 2023 |
| 2020 | 2014 |
| 2024 | 2006 |
Largest groups over time
The 5 largest groups in Wallis and Futuna, by year
| Year | New Caledonia | French | Ni-Vanuatu | Mayotte | French Polynesia |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 843 | 327 | 152 | 35 | 18 |
| 1995 | 975 | 461 | 165 | 44 | 23 |
| 2000 | 1152 | 545 | 195 | 52 | 28 |
| 2005 | 1207 | 646 | 197 | 58 | 32 |
| 2010 | 1093 | 795 | 138 | 41 | 19 |
| 2015 | 1021 | 877 | 72 | 38 | 15 |
| 2020 | 1021 | 889 | 67 | 27 | 10 |
| 2024 | 1016 | 886 | 67 | 27 | 10 |
Fastest-changing groups
How each group's numbers have changed since the selected year
Share of each diaspora living in Wallis and Futuna
Of each group's emigrants worldwide, the share who live in Wallis and Futuna
Data source: International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division)
Frequently asked questions
How many foreigners live in Wallis and Futuna?
Around 2K immigrants live in Wallis and Futuna — the world's #218 largest immigrant population.
Where do most immigrants in Wallis and Futuna come from?
Most immigrants in Wallis and Futuna come from New Caledonia, France and Vanuatu — these three countries account for about 98% of all immigrants.
How many New Caledonia live in Wallis and Futuna?
Around 1K New Caledonia live in Wallis and Futuna — about 51% of all immigrants, the largest group.
Is the immigrant population in Wallis and Futuna growing?
Barely — over the past decade, the number of immigrants in Wallis and Futuna has changed from 2K to 2K, about 1%.
Where does the data on immigrants in Wallis and Futuna come from?
The source is International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division). It counts people born abroad who now live in Wallis and Futuna. Their children born in Wallis and Futuna are not included.
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