Employment Rate of Foreign-Born Residents
Immigration increased to around 116,000 in 2024, a rise from just under 95,000 in 2023.
Last updated: 2026-03-19
Key insights
- Immigration increased to around 116,000 in 2024, a rise from just under 95,000 in 2023.
- Emigration also saw a significant increase, reaching around 86,000 in 2024, up from about 73,000 in 2023.
- The employment rate for ages 20-64 was approximately 80% in 2024, a slight decrease from around 81% in 2023.
Analysis
The data reveals notable trends in immigration and emigration between 2015 and 2024. Immigration peaked in 2024 at around 116,000, marking an increase from approximately 95,000 in the previous year. This indicates a rebound in immigration levels after a dip during the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021, when numbers were significantly lower.
Conversely, emigration has also risen, with around 86,000 individuals leaving in 2024, compared to about 73,000 in 2023. This reflects a trend of increasing mobility among the population. Meanwhile, the employment rate for individuals aged 20-64 was around 80% in 2024, which shows a slight decline from the previous year. Despite this decrease, the employment rate remains relatively stable over the past few years, suggesting a resilient labor market overall.