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India leads global remittances in 2024 with 138 billion as high skilled migration accelerates
Economy
Published on 8 May 2026
Most money still comes from US and UAE, but
India topped the world in remittance inflows in 2024, pulling in $138 billion, according to the latest figures. The amount is supported by a diaspora of about 19 million and a decade-long rise in outbound work. The report also flags a shift toward high-skilled migration, especially in technology and healthcare, reshaping where earnings originate.
- India received $138 billion in remittances in 2024
- A 19 million strong diaspora drives the inflow
- Earnings largely tied to professionals in the US and UAE
- Migration trends are moving toward high skilled roles
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