How many people from Afghanistan live abroad?
According to the United Nations, 7,510,000 people from Afghanistan live abroad.
However, the figure counts migrants, not their children born abroad. The real diaspora is therefore larger.
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Afghanistan diaspora around the world
People from Afghanistan around the world meet here, country by country and city by city. Settled, about to leave or simply connected: here is where to find your people.
Afghanistan diaspora, by continent
Main countries of residence
According to the United Nations, from largest to smallest.
Where people from Afghanistan live
3,750,000 people from Afghanistan live in Iran, 1,920,000 Pakistan, and 359,000 Germany.
Together, these three countries therefore account for about 80% of the diaspora.
Each country has its own page, with the cities, communities and meetups there.
The Afghanistan diaspora by continent
By continent, the diaspora counts 6,220,000 people in Asia, 919,000 Europe, and 279,000 the Americas.
For each continent, a page also gathers the countries and cities where it lives.
Neighbouring diasporas
Other countries in Asia also have their diaspora on Compatri: India, Syria, China, Bangladesh, and Philippines. Each page gathers its countries of residence, its cities and its national day.
Finding people from Afghanistan near you
Compatri brings diasporas together where they live. First, you choose the community of your city. Then you discover what its members organise: meals, parties, afterworks or mutual aid. Finally, you message compatriots who share your interests.
You can also host your own meetup: a meal, an outing or a party. It then appears to members of your city, and you follow sign-ups from your account.
Your exact location never appears: other members only see an approximate area. In addition, joining a community and attending events costs nothing.
Frequently asked questions
How many people from Afghanistan live abroad?
According to the UN, about 7,510,000 people from Afghanistan live abroad. Their children born abroad do not count in this figure.
Which countries do people from Afghanistan live in?
According to the UN, most of them live in Iran, Pakistan, Germany, Turkey, and the United States.
How can I find people from Afghanistan near me?
Choose your country of residence, then your city. Next, join the local community, or start it if it is still missing.
Do I have to pay to join my community?
No. Joining your community, discovering nearby members and attending events stays free. The Starter and Advanced plans only add features to go further.