{"id":30323,"date":"2026-04-30T04:31:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T04:31:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indiabulletinusa.com\/wordpress\/2026\/04\/30\/top-18-countries-with-the-largest-indian-communities-worldwide\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T04:31:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T04:31:08","slug":"top-18-countries-with-the-largest-indian-communities-worldwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/indiabulletinusa.com\/wordpress\/2026\/04\/30\/top-18-countries-with-the-largest-indian-communities-worldwide\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 18 Countries with the Largest Indian Communities Worldwide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<h3>18 Countries with the Highest Indian Population Worldwide<\/h3>\n<p>India is not only the most populous country globally, with approximately 1.43 billion people, but it also has a vast diaspora. As of January 2025, over 34.3 million Indians live abroad, according to the Ministry of External Affairs in India. This diaspora plays a crucial role in boosting the Indian economy, as India is the largest recipient of global remittances, which contribute nearly 3.5% to its GDP. A significant portion of these remittances originates from the Gulf nations.<\/p>\n<p>In a recent report, it was noted that India\u2019s remittances for 2025 could reach around $135.4 billion, with about 38% coming from Gulf countries, home to over 9 million Indians. The Indian community also makes a notable impact in the United States, where many Indians hold key positions in major companies and contribute significantly to taxes despite making up less than 2% of the U.S. population.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Developments<\/h3>\n<p>Just recently, India\u2019s Sun Pharmaceutical Industries announced its plan to acquire Organon &amp; Co in New Jersey for $11.75 billion, a move that is expected to elevate the company into the top 25 global pharmaceutical firms. Additionally, a report highlighted that several Fortune 500 companies are led by executives of Indian origin, including Alphabet Inc., whose CEO, Sundar Pichai, has overseen impressive growth since 2015.<\/p>\n<h3>Indian Population Abroad<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s a look at the 18 countries with the largest Indian populations:<\/p>\n<h4>18. Bahrain<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 346,856<br \/>\nIndians make up the largest expatriate group in Bahrain, comprising around 30% of the population.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>17. Germany<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 450,390<br \/>\nThe Indian workforce has grown in Germany, especially since the 2022 Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement was signed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>16. Singapore<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 457,180<br \/>\nSingapore has a vibrant Indian community, including a lively Little India neighborhood known for its Indian food and culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>15. Trinidad &amp; Tobago<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 549,545<br \/>\nIndians constitute over one-third of the population in this Caribbean nation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>14. Oman<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 662,053<br \/>\nOman is home to the largest Indian expatriate community in the Gulf region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>13. Nepal<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 700,000<br \/>\nDue to the open border with India, many Indians live and work in Nepal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>12. Qatar<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 830,491<br \/>\nIndians form the largest expatriate group in Qatar, significantly contributing to the economy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>11. Mauritius<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 897,497<br \/>\nThe majority of the Indian community in Mauritius are descendants of laborers brought in the 19th century.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>10. Australia<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 976,000<br \/>\nAustralia has seen a significant increase in its Indian population over the past decade.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>9. Kuwait<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 1,010,317<br \/>\nIndians are the largest expatriate group in Kuwait and play a crucial role in the economy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>8. United Kingdom<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 1,339,969<br \/>\nThe Indian community is the largest ethnic minority in the UK, making up roughly 2.5% of the overall population.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>7. South Africa<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 1,392,488<br \/>\nMost of the Indian population in South Africa consists of descendants of indentured laborers who arrived in the 1860s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>6. Sri Lanka<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Indians:<\/strong> 1,607,500<br \/>\nSri Lanka has a substantial Indian population, primarily of Indian origin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This diverse presence of Indians across the globe highlights the significant impact they have in various sectors and cultures, strengthening ties between India and these nations.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>18 Countries with the Highest Indian Population Worldwide India is not only the most populous country globally, with approximately 1.43 billion people, but it also has a vast diaspora. As of January 2025, over 34.3 million Indians live abroad, according to the Ministry of External Affairs in India. 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