Guinea-Bissau Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Guinea-Bissau's government debt to gdp was 76.18% in 2025, ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 7.3% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1997–2025.
Overview
Guinea-Bissau's government debt to gdp stood at 76.18% in 2025, a decline of +6.03% from 2024. The IMF projects 76.18% by 2025. Guinea-Bissau ranked 43rd globally.
Guinea-Bissau's government debt to GDP ratio has fluctuated significantly over the past three decades, with a notable peak of 217.14 in 2000 during a period of economic instability. This value declined to a trough of 45.62 in 2011, likely due to debt restructuring efforts and economic reforms. However, the ratio has since rebounded, and as of 2025, stands at 76.17, ranking the country 43rd globally. This value is comparable to that of Gabon, which has a similar ratio of 76.22. Since 1997, the debt to GDP ratio has remained above 40% for most of the period, indicating a persistent fiscal burden. The recent increase in debt may be attributed to various factors, including infrastructure development and economic growth initiatives. A continued rise in the debt to GDP ratio could strain the country's fiscal sustainability, potentially necessitating further debt restructuring or austerity measures to stabilize the economy.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 66.42% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 68.16% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 69.98% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 71.89% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 74.04% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 76.18% | - | - |
| 2025 | 76.18% | −6.03% | #43 |
| 2024 | 82.21% | +2.82% | #150 |
| 2023 | 79.39% | −1.30% | #146 |
| 2022 | 80.69% | +1.89% | #145 |
| 2021 | 78.80% | +1.21% | #138 |
| 2020 | 77.59% | +12.46% | #133 |
| 2019 | 65.13% | +6.06% | #135 |
| 2018 | 59.07% | +7.29% | #121 |
| 2017 | 51.78% | −7.31% | #105 |
| 2016 | 59.10% | +2.75% | #123 |
| 2015 | 56.35% | −3.77% | #124 |
| 2014 | 60.12% | +10.47% | #136 |
| 2013 | 49.65% | +2.26% | #127 |
| 2012 | 47.39% | +1.77% | #121 |
| 2011 | 45.62% | −16.11% | #119 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guinea-Bissau matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw government debt to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Guinea-Bissau's government debt to gdp was 76.18% in 2025. Ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 7.3% decrease from the previous year.
Guinea-Bissau's government debt to gdp peaked at 217.14% in 2000.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Guinea-Bissau was 45.62% in 2011.
Guinea-Bissau ranks 43rd globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Guinea-Bissau's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 76.18% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Guinea-Bissau in 2025 was 76.18%. This ranks 43rd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Guinea-Bissau Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guinea-bissau/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}