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Germany’s immigrant population is diverse, drawing from both European Union (EU) countries and non-EU regions. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of where many immigrants in Germany come from as of 2023-2024:

1. European Union (EU) Countries:

• Romania: Approximately 851,000 people. Many have migrated for work opportunities, benefiting from free movement within the EU.
• Poland: About 866,000 individuals, also part of EU migration flows.
• Italy: Around 640,000 people, contributing to Germany’s workforce, particularly in sectors like hospitality and manufacturing.
• Bulgaria: Over 400,000 individuals, benefiting from the EU labor mobility laws.
• Croatia: Around 300,000 people following Croatia’s EU membership.

1. Non-EU Countries:

• Turkey: The largest non-EU group, with 1.55 million individuals, many of whom are descendants of “guest workers” invited to Germany in the 1960s.
• Syria: Over 876,000 people, primarily refugees from the Syrian civil war.
• Ukraine: An influx of 1.1 million Ukrainians due to the ongoing conflict, particularly after the 2022 Russian invasion.
• Russia: Around 263,000 people, many of whom migrated during earlier waves of Russian emigration.

1. Other Middle Eastern and Asian Countries:

• Afghanistan: Over 320,000 people, many of whom are refugees fleeing conflict and political instability.
• Iraq: Significant numbers of refugees from Iraq, contributing to the Middle Eastern diaspora in Germany.

1. African and Other Regions:

• Immigrants from African countries such as Morocco and Tunisia also contribute to the population, although in smaller numbers compared to the Middle East and EU nations.

Key Immigration Trends:

• Asylum Seekers: Germany has seen large waves of asylum seekers, particularly from Syria, Afghanistan, and Ukraine.
• EU Migration: Germany remains a popular destination for workers from Eastern Europe, especially from countries like Romania and Poland.
• Labor Migration: Many non-EU nationals come to Germany for employment opportunities, particularly in industries like construction, manufacturing, and health care.

This diverse immigrant population contributes significantly to Germany’s economy and society, with nearly 13-14% of the population consisting of non-German nationals【18†source】【19†source】.