Top 11: Foreign Countries With Highest Number Of Indians

The Indian population setting abroad has been on a constant rise. Indians have built one of the largest and most influential global communities, settling in many countries while carrying their traditions and identity with pride.

The United States has the biggest Indian population outside India, with 5,409,062 people contributing across technology, business, medicine, and education.

The United Arab Emirates comes next with 3,568,848 Indians who play a major role in the country’s workforce and economy. Malaysia has a long established Indian community with 2,914,127 people, while Canada has 2,875,954 Indians who form an important part of its multicultural society.

Saudi Arabia hosts 2,463,509 Indians working in key sectors. Myanmar has 2,002,660 Indians who have lived there for generations.

The United Kingdom has 1,864,318 Indians who are active in business, politics, arts, and public life. South Africa’s Indian population stands at 1,700,000, one of the oldest Indian communities overseas. Sri Lanka has 1,607,500 people of Indian origin, shaped by deep historical ties.

Kuwait is home to 995,528 Indians and Australia continues to rise as a preferred destination with 976,000 Indians living and working across major cities.

These clear numbers show how Indians have spread across the world, creating strong communities and the numbers are only going to grow bigger with time.