Libya
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About Libya
Libya is a geographically vast country with several regions that are difficult to access. In order to understand the full scope of humanitarian assistance that is needed throughout the country, IOM established the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in 2016 in order to provide a common operating picture concerning the movement of populations in Libya, allowing humanitarian actors to provide timely assistance to those in need. Following the escalation of conflict and insecurity in 2014, the security situation has remained volatile since with fluctuations in the intensity of localized clashes. Congruently, conflict has caused new displacements, often in areas ill-equipped to accommodate large population movements while also negatively impacting the large migrant population residing and transiting through Libya. More recently, the capital Tripoli was heavily affected by displacement waves in September 2018 and April 2019.
DTM’s mobility tracking and flow monitoring activities identified many migrants in-country to be in need of various forms of assistance. Libya’s geographic location, resources and work opportunities has made it both a country of destination and transit for migrants for many years. Despite the deterioration of the security situation since 2011 migrants continue coming to and transiting through Libya, the majority from Sub-Saharan and North African countries.
In this complex operating environment, DTM Libya has been providing a common operating picture concerning the movement of populations in Libya since 2016, allowing humanitarian actors to provide timely assistance to those in need. Through its mobility tracking, flow monitoring and needs assessment activities, DTM Libya has established itself as data hub for quantitative data on migratory flows to and within Libya, migrant presence in Libya disaggregated by nationality and area, as well as humanitarian needs of migrants, internally displaced population and returnees. All activities are implemented through periodical bi-monthly data collection cycles, allowing trend analysis over time to provide evidence-base for both policy-level discussions and to guide humanitarian action.
In order to facilitate humanitarian interventions, DTM works closely with IOM’s other programmes through referring identified populations in need of assistance at flow monitoring points to IOM’s Direct Assistance, Health, Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR), Protection and Migrant Rapid Response Mechanism (MRRM) programmes. Furthermore, DTM Libya supports other humanitarian partners through providing emergency tracking updates in case of sudden population movements as well as facilitating humanitarian assessments for the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) jointly implemented by IOM, UNICEF, WFP and UNFPA.
For more information on IOM's activities in Libya, please visit the IOM Libya country office website.
Contact
DTM Libya
DTMLibya@iom.int
Current Donors
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During the first quarter of 2026, movements across Libya’s borders continued to decline. Migration inflows decreased by 8 per cent, while outflows fell by 17 per cent.
Between 16 May and 18 December 2025, the Displacement Tracking Matrix conducted 946 structured interviews and eight focus group discussions with migrant workers across Libya’s service sector, including hospitality, domestic work, retail, and sanitation.
Western Libya stands at a critical intersection of climatic stress, livelihood fragility, and migration pressure.
This infographic presents the key findings of Round 60 of the mobility tracking and flow monitoring components of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Libya.
IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 939,638 migrants across 100 municipalities in November and December 2025. The largest groups were from Sudan, Niger, Egypt, Chad, and Nigeria, with most migrants residing in Tripoli, Benghazi, and Misrata.
Following a seasonal peak in the third quarter of 2025, the fourth quarter recorded a sharp 44 per cent decline in overall inflows to Libya. This downturn is attributed to several factors.
This report examines how climate change in southern Libya, including persistent drought, irregular and intense rainfall, extreme heat, and advancing desertification, is affecting livelihoods and shaping migration patterns.
This infographic presents the key findings of Round 59 of the mobility tracking and flow monitoring components of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Libya.
IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 928,839 migrants from 44 nationalities across the 100 Libyan municipalities during the reporting period.
This report provides an in-depth look at the conditions of migrant workers in Libya’s agricultural sector. The study highlights the growing impact of climate change on agricultural livelihoods, particularly in arid and rural areas like Al Kufra, Al Jufra and Murzuq.
This report presents an overview of migration dynamics surrounding Libya’s borders. In doing so, it provides insights into the regional drivers shaping migration through Libya.
This infographic presents the key findings of Round 58 of the mobility tracking and flow monitoring components of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Libya.
IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 894,890 migrants from 45 nationalities across the 100 Libyan municipalities during the reporting period.
Drawing on data collected between April and June 2025, this report identified the following key findings:
This report highlights the complex and growing challenges at the intersection of climate change, food insecurity, and migration in Libya.
This report presents the findings from the latest Solutions and Mobility Index (SMI) assessment, focusing on three key themes: adequate standard of living and access to basic services, access to livelihoods, and social cohesion, along with disaster risk reduction and safety and security considera
This report outlines the main risks and vulnerabilities that migrants experience on their journey to Libya, including pre-departure risks, en route challenges, and vulnerabilities in Libya.
This infographic presents the key findings of Round 57 of the mobility tracking and flow monitoring components of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Libya.
IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 867,055 migrants from 44 nationalities across the 100 Libyan municipalities.
Following clashes that erupted in Tripoli on 12 May 2025, IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) conducted a rapid assessment on 26–27 May to examine the impact on the city’s migrant population.
IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 858,604 migrants from 46 nationalities across the 100 Libyan municipalities during the reporting period.
This infographic presents the key findings of Round 56 of the mobility tracking and flow monitoring components of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Libya.
IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 824,131 migrants from 47 nationalities across the 100 Libyan municipalities during the reporting period.
This infographic presents the key findings of Round 55 of the mobility tracking and flow monitoring components of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Libya.
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 60
2025-12-31
<p>IOM Libya’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme identified a total of 939,638 migrants across 100 municipalities in November and December 2025. The largest groups were from Sudan, Niger, Egypt, Chad, and Nigeria, with most migrants residing in Tripoli, Benghazi, and Misrata.…
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 59
2025-10-31
<p>Between August and October 2025, Libya saw a slight increase in the arrival of migrants. This increase can be at least partly attributed to a seasonal summer peak, resulting in heightened demand for labour in specific sectors, including agriculture and construction, particularly…
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 57
2025-04-30
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment and flow monitoring Round 57 Dataset (March - April 2025)</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 56
2025-02-28
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment and flow monitoring Round 56 Dataset</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 55
2024-12-31
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment and flow monitoring Round 55 Dataset</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 54
2024-10-30
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment and flow monitoring Round 54 Dataset<br>&nbsp;</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 53
2024-07-31
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment and flow monitoring Round 53 Dataset</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 52
2024-05-31
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment and flow monitoring Round 52</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 51
2024-02-29
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment Round 51</p>
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 50
2023-12-31
<p>Libya Migrants baseline assessment</p>
Libya - Storm Daniel Update: IDPs Baseline Assessment
2023-10-31
<p>A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country. This dataset contains information regarding areas in Libya that experienced new displacements in the…
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 48
2023-06-30
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 47
2023-04-30
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 46
2023-02-28
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 45
2022-12-31
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
Libya - IDPs Baseline Assessment Round 45
2022-12-31
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 44
2022-10-31
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
Libya - Migrants Baseline Assessment Round 43
2022-08-31
A baseline assessment is a sub-component of mobility tracking. It aims to collect data on IDP, migrant or returnee population presence in a defined administrative area of the country.
