India Top Recipient of Remittances with $137 Bn Flowing Into the Country in 2024, Says UN Report
The report said South Asia had the fastest remittance growth in 2024 at 11.8%, driven by strong inflows to India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.
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India world's top receiver of remittances from workers overseas
United Nations: India is the world’s top receiver of remittances from workers overseas, getting $137.7 billion in 2024, up from $83.2billion in 2020, according to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). Overall, the IOM’s International Migration Report for 2026 released here on Tuesday, said the US is the top source of remittances to all countries, sending out $103.2 billion, followed by Saudi Arabia, a distant second, with $46.6 bil…
India top recipient of remittances with $137 bn flowing into the country in 2024, says UN report
India retained its position as the world’s largest recipient of remittances in 2024, with inflows exceeding $137 billion — the only country to cross the $100 billion mark — according to the World Migration Report 2026 released by the International Organization for Migration.
India Tops Global Remittance Chart with $137 Billion in 2024
India received over 137 billion dollars in remittances in 2024, maintaining its position as the top recipient globally. The report by the International Organization for Migration highlights growth in remittances led by India. The Indian diaspora's contributions are crucial in sectors like technology, and discussions continue on 'brain drain' versus 'brain gain.'
India received $134 billion in remittances in 2024, highest in the world, says UN report
Asia dominates the international student market, with China and India as top origin countries. India also leads in remittances, receiving over $137 billion in 2024. The report highlights migration's role in development and the importance of policies addressing brain drain and gain.
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