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IOM reports 23% rise in Libya migration since April
Migration flows to Libya increased by 23% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the previous quarter, according to reports from the International Organization for Migration. This rise is attributed to increased border crossings before the peak of summer. Enhanced security measures and efforts to combat smuggling have shifted migration routes to longer and more dangerous desert paths, raising the risks of death and disappearance. Data also show a 6% increase in entries from Egypt, with significant rises in border crossings with Tunisia and Algeria, while crossings with Niger have decreased due to increased awareness and security pressures. The main reasons for migration are primarily from neighboring countries, and the cost of the journey typically amounts to around $435, with most migrants relying on agents. The majority of migrants are unmarried men under thirty years old; about 39% plan to stay in Libya, while fewer continue their journey toward Europe.
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