Afghanistan Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Afghanistan's government revenue was 18.84% in 2024, ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 20.5% increase from 2023. Data from IMF WEO, covering 2002–2024.
Overview
Afghanistan's government revenue stood at 18.84% in 2024, a rise of +3.21% from 2023. Afghanistan ranked 143rd globally.
Afghanistan's government revenue has experienced significant fluctuations over the past two decades, with the country's tax-to-GDP ratio reaching an all-time high of 30.57 in 2018, a marked improvement from its trough of 6.84 in 2002. Despite this progress, Afghanistan's government revenue has declined to 18.84 in 2024, ranking it 143rd globally. This trend is comparable to that of Paraguay, which has a similar ranking and revenue level of 18.88. The country's revenue volatility is likely driven by its ongoing conflict, which has hindered economic growth and government stability. Afghanistan's economy has faced significant challenges, including a decline in international aid and revenue generated from natural resources. To reverse this trend, Afghanistan would need to improve its business environment, increase domestic revenue mobilization, and attract foreign investment, which would require a sustained period of peace and economic stability.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.84% | +3.21% | #143 |
| 2023 | 15.64% | +0.52% | #165 |
| 2022 | 15.12% | −2.33% | #169 |
| 2021 | 17.45% | −8.25% | #148 |
| 2020 | 25.69% | −1.25% | #95 |
| 2019 | 26.94% | −3.63% | #92 |
| 2018 | 30.57% | +3.51% | #73 |
| 2017 | 27.06% | −1.10% | #90 |
| 2016 | 28.16% | +3.59% | #80 |
| 2015 | 24.57% | +0.88% | #103 |
| 2014 | 23.68% | −0.66% | #115 |
| 2013 | 24.35% | −0.86% | #109 |
| 2012 | 25.21% | +3.95% | #105 |
| 2011 | 21.27% | −0.46% | #135 |
| 2010 | 21.72% | +2.33% | #126 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Afghanistan matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2022. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Afghanistan's government revenue was 18.84% in 2024. Ranked 143rd globally. This represents a 20.5% increase from the previous year.
Afghanistan's government revenue peaked at 30.57% in 2018.
The lowest government revenue in Afghanistan was 6.85% in 2002.
Afghanistan ranks 143rd globally in government revenue as of 2024.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
The government revenue of Afghanistan in 2024 was 18.84%. This ranks 143rd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Afghanistan Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/afghanistan/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}