Which Countries Are The Top Destinations For Muslim Migrants? Discover the Surprising Trends!
The global Muslim population, numbering 1.8 billion, is the second-largest religious group worldwide. A recent Pew Research Center report reveals significant migration trends, showing a dramatic increase in international Muslim migrants over the past 30 years
Global Muslim Population and Migration Overview
The global Muslim population stands at 1.8 billion which makes up 24% of the world’s population. Islam is the second most-followed religion worldwide, after Christianity, which has 2.3 billion adherents. Among Muslims, 80-90% are Sunni, while 10-13% are Shia, with significant Shia populations in Pakistan, India, Iraq, and Iran. Interestingly, 300 million Muslims live in non-Islamic countries.
Migration Trends for Muslims
A recent Pew Research Center report highlights that 29% of Muslims live outside their country of birth. Over the past 30 years, the number of international migrants has increased by 83%, far exceeding the 47% global population growth. In 1990, 39.9 million Muslims lived abroad; by 2020, this number had risen to 80.4 million.