Libya Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Libya's government revenue was 67.71% in 2025, ranked 7th globally. This represents a 3.0% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Libya's government revenue stood at 67.71% in 2025, a decline of +2.08% from 2024. The IMF projects 67.71% by 2025. Libya ranked 7th globally.
Libya’s government revenue has risen steadily from 33.35 in 1990 to 67.71 in 2025, placing the country seventh globally among the 36‑year sample. The upward trajectory accelerated after the post‑civil‑war recovery, reaching an all‑time peak of 85.78 in 2022, while the lowest point of 12.75 occurred in 2016 amid the conflict‑driven fiscal collapse. Compared with peers of similar rank, Libya’s 2025 revenue of 67.71 is marginally below the Marshall Islands’ 68.15 and the Federated States of Micronesia’s 68.60, yet exceeds Norway’s 61.68, reflecting a relatively strong fiscal base given its oil‑dependent economy. The sustained increase since the trough suggests that higher oil prices and gradual stabilization of public finances have reinforced revenue streams. Continued diversification and institutional reforms will be crucial to maintain this positive momentum and prevent a reversal of the post‑2022 gains.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 53.41% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 55.37% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 57.31% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 59.11% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 61.66% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 67.71% | - | - |
| 2025 | 67.71% | −2.08% | #7 |
| 2024 | 69.79% | −3.78% | #6 |
| 2023 | 73.57% | −12.21% | #5 |
| 2022 | 85.78% | +6.25% | #3 |
| 2021 | 79.53% | +44.47% | #3 |
| 2020 | 35.07% | −24.17% | #53 |
| 2019 | 59.24% | +12.29% | #7 |
| 2018 | 46.95% | +23.09% | #18 |
| 2017 | 23.86% | +11.12% | #111 |
| 2016 | 12.75% | −12.29% | #177 |
| 2015 | 25.03% | −4.48% | #101 |
| 2014 | 29.51% | −27.65% | #85 |
| 2013 | 57.16% | −6.83% | #7 |
| 2012 | 63.99% | +35.82% | #6 |
| 2011 | 28.18% | −36.23% | #89 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Libya matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2017. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Libya's government revenue was 67.71% in 2025. Ranked 7th globally. This represents a 3.0% decrease from the previous year.
Libya's government revenue peaked at 85.78% in 2022.
The lowest government revenue in Libya was 12.75% in 2016.
Libya ranks 7th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Libya's government revenue is projected to reach 67.71% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Libya in 2025 was 67.71%. This ranks 7th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_libya_government-revenue,
title = {Libya Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/libya/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}