Mauritius Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Mauritius's government debt to gdp was 88.13% in 2025, ranked 30th globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Mauritius's government debt to gdp stood at 88.13% in 2025, a rise of +0.21% from 2024. The IMF projects 88.13% by 2025. Mauritius ranked 30th globally.
Mauritius’ government debt-to‑GDP ratio has risen steadily from 56.94 in 2000 to 88.13 in 2025, placing the island nation at the 30th position globally. The upward trajectory accelerated after the 2008 trough of 48.76, reaching an all‑time peak of 91.90 in 2020 amid the pandemic‑induced fiscal response, before easing modestly to the current level. Compared with peers of similar rank, Mauritius’ ratio sits marginally below Suriname’s 89.08 and just above El Salvador’s 87.62, suggesting a comparable debt burden within this cohort. The 26‑year coverage shows a long‑term pattern of incremental debt accumulation rather than abrupt spikes, reflecting consistent fiscal policy adjustments. Future movements will hinge on the balance between post‑COVID recovery spending and structural reforms aimed at broadening the tax base, which could either temper the upward trend or, if fiscal consolidation stalls, push the ratio higher.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 75.12% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 77.94% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 80.99% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 84.18% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 87.45% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 88.13% | - | - |
| 2025 | 88.13% | +0.21% | #30 |
| 2024 | 87.92% | +6.47% | #157 |
| 2023 | 81.45% | −0.35% | #150 |
| 2022 | 81.80% | −4.33% | #147 |
| 2021 | 86.13% | −5.76% | #148 |
| 2020 | 91.90% | +10.83% | #152 |
| 2019 | 81.07% | +17.92% | #155 |
| 2018 | 63.15% | +1.81% | #135 |
| 2017 | 61.34% | −1.26% | #132 |
| 2016 | 62.60% | −0.43% | #133 |
| 2015 | 63.02% | +3.89% | #137 |
| 2014 | 59.13% | +2.65% | #135 |
| 2013 | 56.48% | +2.29% | #136 |
| 2012 | 54.18% | −0.68% | #137 |
| 2011 | 54.87% | +0.47% | #139 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mauritius matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. 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
Mauritius's government debt to gdp was 88.13% in 2025. Ranked 30th globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.
Mauritius's government debt to gdp peaked at 91.90% in 2020.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Mauritius was 48.76% in 2008.
Mauritius ranks 30th globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Mauritius's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 88.13% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Mauritius in 2025 was 88.13%. This ranks 30th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mauritius_government-debt-to-gdp,
title = {Mauritius Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mauritius/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}