Albania External Debt to GNI
External debt stocks as % of GNI DT.DOD.DECT.GN.ZS
Albania's external debt to gni was 33.09% in 2025, ranked 79th globally. This represents a 16.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Albania's external debt to gni stood at 33.09% in 2025, a decline of +6.63pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 33.09% by 2025. Albania ranked 79th globally.
Albania's external debt to GNI ratio has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 35 years, with the all-time peak of 102.52% occurring in 1992 and the all-time trough of 14.88% in 1996. As of 2025, the ratio stands at 33.09%, ranking 79th globally, closely trailing peer countries such as Peru with 34.45% and preceding Sierra Leone with 33.87%. This current ratio indicates a moderate level of external debt relative to the country's GNI. The significant decline from the peak in the early 1990s suggests efforts to manage and reduce external debt. Looking ahead, changes in global economic conditions or shifts in Albania's economic policies could alter the trajectory of its external debt to GNI ratio, potentially impacting the country's ability to service its debt and maintain economic stability.
Data & projection
| Year | External Debt to GNI | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 18.33% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 25.71% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 33.09% | - | - |
| 2025 | 33.09% | −6.63pp | #79 |
| 2024 | 39.72% | −8.96pp | #49 |
| 2023 | 48.67% | −7.09pp | #64 |
| 2022 | 55.76% | −6.40pp | #75 |
| 2021 | 62.17% | −7.72pp | #82 |
| 2020 | 69.89% | +9.60pp | #82 |
| 2019 | 60.29% | −2.53pp | #78 |
| 2018 | 62.82% | −10.93pp | #83 |
| 2017 | 73.75% | +3.84pp | #92 |
| 2016 | 69.91% | −2.87pp | #91 |
| 2015 | 72.78% | +9.34pp | #96 |
| 2014 | 63.45% | −2.99pp | #90 |
| 2013 | 66.44% | +5.67pp | #92 |
| 2012 | 60.76% | +10.79pp | #90 |
| 2011 | 49.97% | +4.53pp | #79 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Albania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw external debt to gni improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Albania's external debt to gni was 33.09% in 2025. Ranked 79th globally. This represents a 16.7% decrease from the previous year.
Albania's external debt to gni peaked at 102.52% in 1992.
The lowest external debt to gni in Albania was 14.88% in 1996.
Albania ranks 79th globally in external debt to gni as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DECT.GN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Albania's external debt to gni is projected to reach 33.09% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The external debt to gni of Albania in 2025 was 33.09%. This ranks 79th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_albania_external-debt-to-gni,
title = {Albania External Debt to GNI},
url = {https://historysaid.com/albania/external-debt-to-gni/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}