Germany Imports
Imports of goods and services BM.GSR.GNFS.CD
Germany's imports was $1.96T in 2025, ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 11.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Germany's imports stood at $1.96T in 2025, a rise of +$203.2B from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1.96T by 2025. Germany ranked 3rd globally.
Germany’s imports have risen dramatically over the 55‑year span from 41,051,271,369.51 in 1971 to a record 1,963,194,984,646.40 in 2025, placing it third globally behind China’s 3,531,166,175,189.20 and the United States’ 4,568,969,600,000.00. The early 1970s trough reflects a post‑war economy still rebuilding its industrial base, while the steep ascent after the 1990 reunification and successive integration into global supply chains accelerated growth, culminating in the 2025 peak. Compared with the United Kingdom’s 1,320,885,442,432.50, Germany’s import volume is substantially larger, underscoring its role as a key hub for intermediate goods and high‑technology components. The sustained upward trajectory suggests that, barring major disruptions such as protectionist shifts or supply‑chain re‑localisation, Germany’s import bill will likely continue expanding as it deepens participation in emerging markets and advanced manufacturing networks.
Data & projection
| Year | Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $2.16T | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $2.06T | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1.96T | - | - |
| 2025 | $1.96T | +$203.2B | #3 |
| 2024 | $1.76T | −$21.1B | #149 |
| 2023 | $1.78T | −$27.0B | #170 |
| 2022 | $1.81T | +$180.1B | #176 |
| 2021 | $1.63T | +$292.5B | #178 |
| 2020 | $1.34T | −$122.4B | #180 |
| 2019 | $1.46T | −$32.0B | #181 |
| 2018 | $1.49T | +$157.6B | #180 |
| 2017 | $1.33T | +$112.9B | #181 |
| 2016 | $1.22T | +$10.2B | #184 |
| 2015 | $1.21T | −$189.1B | #184 |
| 2014 | $1.40T | +$27.0B | #185 |
| 2013 | $1.37T | +$49.6B | #182 |
| 2012 | $1.32T | −$89.4B | #183 |
| 2011 | $1.41T | +$216.1B | #183 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Germany matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw imports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
The anticipated India-EU Free Trade Agreement and India's proposed bilateral trade target of 310 billion euros with Germany indicate a future push to increase Germany's imports from India, potentially adding to its current $1.96T import value. Conversely, ongoing discussions among foreign ministers regarding regional security and disruptions to international shipping routes, particularly those involving the Middle East, highlight potential risks to Germany's global supply chains, which could impact the cost and volume of its imports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Germany's imports was $1.96T in 2025. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 11.5% increase from the previous year.
Germany's imports peaked at $1.96T in 2025.
The lowest imports in Germany was $41.1B in 1971.
Germany ranks 3rd globally in imports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BM.GSR.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Germany's imports is projected to reach $1.96T by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Germany's imports was approximately 1.96 trillion ($1.96T) in 2025.
The imports of Germany in 2025 was $1.96T. This ranks 3rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_germany_imports,
title = {Germany Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/germany/imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}