The immigration rate to Australia increased by 60% in 2023 and is projected to maintain stability throughout 2024.
Highlights: Australia Experienced a 60% Increase in Overseas Migration in 2023!
- The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reported a 2.5% population increase in Australia in 2023.
- Approximately 765,900 overseas migration arrivals were recorded during the year.
- India and China were the top countries of origin for migrants to Australia in 2023.
Overview of Overseas Migration Trends in Australia
New figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shed light on the significant role of overseas migration in driving population growth in Australia, which reached 26.8 million in the past year. Notably, Australia's population expanded by 2.5% in 2023, with a substantial portion—83%—attributed to net overseas migration. The data indicates that 765,900 individuals arrived in Australia through overseas migration channels, while 217,100 departed the country during the same period.
Beidar Cho, the head of demography at ABS, highlighted a notable surge in arrivals through overseas migration, particularly among individuals holding temporary visas for work or study purposes.
Net overseas migration across different states is listed below:
Australian State |
Net migration |
NSW |
186,433 |
Victoria |
161,758 |
Queensland |
87,954 |
The Northern Territory |
3,189 |
NSW experienced the highest level of net overseas migration, while the Northern Territory recorded the lowest level of overseas migration.
Top Countries of Origin for Australia's Migrants:
- India
- China
- Philippines
- United Kingdom
India contributed the highest number of migrants to Australia in 2023.
Advantages of Migrating to Australia:
Numerous factors make Australia an attractive destination for families looking to relocate abroad:
- A stable economy
- Abundant job opportunities across diverse sectors such as engineering, IT, education, healthcare, etc.
- Access to free healthcare services
- Policies that prioritize citizens
- Free education for children
- Favorable climate with ample sunshine
- Multicultural cities offering a high quality of life