Cairo - The Egyptian Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Egypt signed today a protocol to implement the National Survey of International Migration funded by the European Union Delegation in Egypt.

The National Survey of International Migration aims to enhance understanding of migration patterns and their impact on various segments of Egyptian society, as well as to cover the gap in data on international migration in Egypt by collecting reliable data, and studying recent trends in migration, its causes, determinants, and the consequences of international migration in Egypt, as part of the state's national strategy for developing statistics to improve the information base for international migration data.

The survey will also provide comprehensive insights into the socio-economic characteristics of migrants and the most important challenges they face. It is worth noting that the survey results will be announced in the second half of 2025.

Major General Khairat Barakat, Head of the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics, stated that the Government of Egypt is working to collect, analyze and report on migration data, recognizing the key role that migration plays in the country's social and economic development. The International Organization for Migration supports these efforts with technical expertise and calls on national and international stakeholders and partners to prioritize the collection and analysis of migration data.

This survey is a continuation of the first version of the survey conducted by the Egyptian state as the first attempt to bridge the data gap related to international migration and mobility, which was implemented through a multi-component research program that included the collection of unique, reliable and internationally comparable data.

The Chief of Mission of the International Organization for Migration in Egypt, Mr. Carlos Oliver Cruz, said “Nowadays, more than ever, the world's population is constantly in motion, and that data is essential to gain a deep understanding and manage these movements effectively in an organized and humane manner. Conducting the second round of the HIMS is of critical importance, especially in today’s rapidly changing world where the movement of populations is increasing, and the availability of reliable data is essential.”

The second edition of the International Household Migration Survey in Egypt will be implemented using the Eurostat methodology and with the support of the European Union, through a collaborative effort between the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics and the International Organization for Migration in close coordination with EU experts, to benefit from the expertise of various national stakeholders, as well as international organizations already involved in collecting and analyzing migration data to obtain a comprehensive view of migration patterns and produce reliable data. The results of this survey will also enhance the formulation of policies and programs that support migrant communities and promote sustainable development.

H.E. the Ambassador of the European Union to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Mr. Christian Berger, underlined that Egypt has long played an important role in hosting large numbers of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers, following an out-of-camp policy and providing basic services. The EU Ambassador acknowledged the burden associated with this approach, stressing the EU’s continued support for Egypt’s efforts in this regard, including through supporting the Egyptian government’s efforts to enhance service provision for refugees, asylum seekers and migrants, and to strengthen the resilience of host communities.

Under the framework of the comprehensive and strategic partnership between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the European Union, adopted in March 2024, the EU and Egypt will continue to cooperate to support Egypt’s efforts in hosting people on the move, as both sides are committed to protecting the rights of migrants and refugees.

For more information, please contact:

IOM: Salma Okasha, Media and Communications Officer (sokasha@iom.int)

EU: Rasha Serry, Press and Information Officer (rasha.serry@eeas.europa.eu)

CAPMAS: Naglaa Ahmed, (Naglaa_ae@capmas.gov.eg)