The Countries that Are Sending the Most Refugees to Florida in 2024

Over the last decade, Florida has welcomed more than 17,100 refugees, according to the Immigration Research Initiative. Despite the ongoing debate about refugee acceptance, the U.S. remains a key destination for those fleeing war, persecution, and violence.

Data from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees shows that the U.S. has resettled over 3 million refugees in the past 50 years.

Recent statistics from the Refugee Processing Center reveal that in March 2024, most refugees arriving in Florida came from Venezuela and Syria. Here’s a detailed look at the countries where these refugees originated:

Florida Refugee Arrivals in March 2024

1. Venezuela: 112

2. Syria: 68

3. Guatemala: 28

4. Afghanistan: 19

5. Nicaragua: 10

6. Congo: 9

6. El Salvador: 9

8. Congo: 8

9. Cuba: 7

9. Haiti: 7

9. Honduras: 7

9. Sudan: 7

13. Yemen: 6

14. Pakistan: 5

14. Ukraine: 5

16. Central African Republic: 4

17. Belarus: 2

18. Cambodia: 1

18. Myanmar: 1

In February 2024, Florida saw an even higher number of arrivals, with 233 Venezuelans and 55 Syrians seeking refuge.

U.S. Refugee Arrivals in March 2024

  1. Congo: 2,089
  2. Afghanistan: 1,031
  3. Myanmar: 765
  4. Syria: 594
  5. Venezuela: 563

Florida ranks among the top five states for refugee resettlement in March 2024, with 315 arrivals, following Pennsylvania with 346.

States Accepting the Most Refugees in March 2024

1. Texas: 916
2. California: 495
3. New York: 473
4. Pennsylvania: 346
5. Florida: 315

The significant influx of refugees to Florida, particularly from Venezuela and Syria, reflects broader migration trends and highlights the state’s role as a major resettlement area.

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