India Tourism Receipts
International tourism receipts ST.INT.RCPT.CD
India's tourism receipts was $13.4B in 2020, ranked 10th globally. This represents a 57.6% decrease from 2019. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2020.
Overview
India's tourism receipts stood at $13.4B in 2020, a decline of +$18.2B from 2019. India ranked 10th globally.
India's tourism receipts have experienced significant fluctuations over the past two decades. Following a trough of 3,300,000,000.00 in 2002, the sector gradually recovered, with receipts increasing steadily to reach 31,661,000,000.00 in 2019, its all-time peak. This growth was partly driven by the government's efforts to improve infrastructure and promote India as a tourist destination. However, the COVID-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on the industry, with receipts plummeting to 13,413,000,000.00 in 2020, a decline of 58% from the previous year. Despite this setback, India's tourism sector still ranks among the top ten globally. In comparison, its closest peer, Türkiye, reported receipts of 13,771,000,000.00 in 2020, highlighting the competitive nature of the industry. The sector's recovery will largely depend on the government's ability to revive tourism in the post-pandemic era, with the easing of travel restrictions and investment in sustainable tourism practices critical to its growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Tourism Receipts | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $13.4B | −$18.2B | #10 |
| 2019 | $31.7B | +$2.5B | #13 |
| 2018 | $29.1B | +$1.3B | #13 |
| 2017 | $27.9B | +$4.8B | #13 |
| 2016 | $23.1B | +$1.6B | #13 |
| 2015 | $21.5B | +$716.0M | #13 |
| 2014 | $20.8B | +$1.7B | #14 |
| 2013 | $19.0B | +$702.0M | #16 |
| 2012 | $18.3B | +$5.9B | #14 |
| 2008 | $12.5B | +$1.2B | #20 |
| 2007 | $11.2B | +$2.3B | #21 |
| 2006 | $8.9B | +$1.3B | #21 |
| 2005 | $7.7B | +$1.4B | #22 |
| 2004 | $6.3B | +$1.7B | #28 |
| 2003 | $4.6B | +$1.3B | #31 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
India matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2010. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw tourism receipts improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
India's tourism receipts was $13.4B in 2020. Ranked 10th globally. This represents a 57.6% decrease from the previous year.
India's tourism receipts peaked at $31.7B in 2019.
The lowest tourism receipts in India was $3.3B in 2002.
India ranks 10th globally in tourism receipts as of 2020.
The World Bank indicator code is ST.INT.RCPT.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
India's tourism receipts was approximately 13.41 billion ($13.4B) in 2020.
The tourism receipts of India in 2020 was $13.4B. This ranks 10th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {India Tourism Receipts},
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publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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