Irregular migrant arrivals to Spain’s Canary Islands dropped 62 % in 2025, government data show
Spain recorded 17,788 irregular maritime arrivals to the Canary Islands in 2025—62 % fewer than in 2024—according to data published on 11 January 2026. The sharp drop eases pressure on local infrastructure and reduces the risk of flight or cruise disruptions that previously affected business travel and supply chains. Mobility teams should still watch for route shifts toward mainland Spain and prepare for administrative changes to seasonal-worker quotas and asylum procedures.
Jan 12, 2026
