In this article, the migration processes and their influence on socio-economic development of the Pavlodar region are considered. The concept of migrations, factors and types of migration are highlighted.. The demographic cases in the region are studied for research of migration processes and their influence on socialand- economic development of the Pavlodar region. Impact of migration on social-and-economic development of the country can be both positive and negative. The account of these factors is important for adjusting of migration processes and optimal policymaking in this sphere.