Benin Remittances Received
Personal remittances received BX.TRF.PWKR.CD.DT
Benin's remittances received was $302.9M in 2025, ranked 130th globally. This represents a 28.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1974–2025.
Overview
Benin's remittances received stood at $302.9M in 2025, a rise of +$67.3M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $302.9M by 2025. Benin ranked 130th globally.
Benin's remittances have exhibited significant growth over the past five decades, with the country ranking #130 globally in 2025, receiving a total of 302,927,994.50 USD. The latest figure represents a substantial increase from the all-time trough of 7,382,490.63 USD in 1974, a stark contrast to the current trend. Notably, Benin's remittance inflows surpassed those of Mauritius, a peer country, in 2023, reaching an all-time peak of 338,542,904.96 USD. This growth is indicative of the increasing importance of remittances as a source of foreign exchange for Benin's economy. As Benin continues to strengthen its economic ties with the diaspora, the country is likely to maintain its position as a significant recipient of remittances. A potential shift in the global economic landscape, such as changes in international migration policies or economic downturns, could alter the trajectory of remittances to Benin, and it remains to be seen how the country will adapt to any future developments.
Data & projection
| Year | Remittances Received | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $336.9M | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $319.9M | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $302.9M | - | - |
| 2025 | $302.9M | +$67.3M | #130 |
| 2024 | $235.6M | −$102.9M | #45 |
| 2023 | $338.5M | +$88.1M | #61 |
| 2022 | $250.4M | +$19.5M | #52 |
| 2021 | $230.9M | +$26.3M | #52 |
| 2020 | $204.6M | −$12.4M | #55 |
| 2019 | $217.0M | +$18.3M | #56 |
| 2018 | $198.7M | +$3.0M | #53 |
| 2017 | $195.8M | −$25.9M | #54 |
| 2016 | $221.7M | +$7.3M | #59 |
| 2015 | $214.4M | −$90.2M | #57 |
| 2014 | $304.7M | +$55.9M | #64 |
| 2013 | $248.8M | +$41.0M | #60 |
| 2012 | $207.8M | +$35.6M | #59 |
| 2011 | $172.2M | +$32.6M | #58 |
Analysis
Benin's remittances received was $302.9M in 2025, a rise of +$67.3M from 2024. Based on trends, estimated $302.9M by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Benin's remittances received was $302.9M in 2025. Ranked 130th globally. This represents a 28.6% increase from the previous year.
Benin's remittances received peaked at $338.5M in 2023.
The lowest remittances received in Benin was $7.4M in 1974.
Benin ranks 130th globally in remittances received as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BX.TRF.PWKR.CD.DT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Benin's remittances received is projected to reach $302.9M by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Benin's remittances received was approximately 302.93 million ($302.9M) in 2025.
The remittances received of Benin in 2025 was $302.9M. This ranks 130th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_benin_remittances,
title = {Benin Remittances Received},
url = {https://historysaid.com/benin/remittances/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}