Benin Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Benin's government revenue was 15.57% in 2025, ranked 165th globally. This represents a 3.9% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1989–2025.
Overview
Benin's government revenue stood at 15.57% in 2025, a rise of +0.58% from 2024. The IMF projects 15.57% by 2025. Benin ranked 165th globally.
Benin's government revenue has exhibited fluctuations over the past three decades. The country's all-time peak was reached in 1996, with a revenue of 18.00, a figure that has yet to be surpassed. Conversely, the lowest point was in 2016, when revenue dropped to 11.14, a stark contrast to the peak. As of 2025, the country's government revenue has stabilized at 15.57, ranking 165 globally. This figure is comparable to that of the Central African Republic, which ranks slightly higher at 15.63. The recent stabilization in revenue could be attributed to various factors including improved economic growth and increased tax collection. However, a decline in global commodity prices or a slowdown in economic growth could potentially disrupt this trend, necessitating a reevaluation of fiscal policies to maintain revenue stability.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 17.52% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 17.13% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 16.74% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 16.35% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 15.85% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 15.57% | - | - |
| 2025 | 15.57% | +0.58% | #165 |
| 2024 | 14.99% | −0.05% | #171 |
| 2023 | 15.04% | +0.73% | #169 |
| 2022 | 14.31% | +0.16% | #175 |
| 2021 | 14.15% | −0.24% | #170 |
| 2020 | 14.39% | +0.62% | #168 |
| 2019 | 13.77% | +0.26% | #176 |
| 2018 | 13.51% | +0.00% | #175 |
| 2017 | 13.51% | +2.37% | #176 |
| 2016 | 11.14% | −1.46% | #184 |
| 2015 | 12.60% | +0.03% | #180 |
| 2014 | 12.57% | −0.96% | #181 |
| 2013 | 13.53% | −0.49% | #173 |
| 2012 | 14.02% | +0.27% | #171 |
| 2011 | 13.75% | −0.05% | #171 |
Analysis
Benin's government revenue was 15.57% in 2025, a rise of +0.58% from 2024. IMF projects 15.57% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Benin's government revenue was 15.57% in 2025. Ranked 165th globally. This represents a 3.9% increase from the previous year.
Benin's government revenue peaked at 18.00% in 1996.
The lowest government revenue in Benin was 11.14% in 2016.
Benin ranks 165th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Benin's government revenue is projected to reach 15.57% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Benin in 2025 was 15.57%. This ranks 165th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_benin_government-revenue,
title = {Benin Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/benin/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}