Nepal External Debt
Total external debt stocks DT.DOD.DECT.CD
Nepal's external debt was $10.9B in 2025, ranked 70th globally. This represents a 7.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Nepal's external debt stood at $10.9B in 2025, a rise of +$753.3M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $10.9B by 2025. Nepal ranked 70th globally.
Nepal's external debt has witnessed a significant increase over the years, with the latest value standing at $10,905,472,407.49, ranking 70th globally. The country's external debt has grown from a mere $3,800,810.80 in 1970 to its all-time peak of $10,905,472,407.49 in 2025. This substantial growth is comparable to that of Burkina Faso, which ranked slightly higher at $10,955,214,380.38. Nepal's external debt has been influenced by various factors, including economic development strategies and foreign aid. The country's debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to remain a concern, as it could potentially impact its ability to service its debt obligations. A decline in foreign aid or a significant increase in economic growth could alter the trajectory of Nepal's external debt trajectory, potentially leading to a decrease in the country's debt burden.
Data & projection
| Year | External Debt | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $12.0B | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $11.5B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $10.9B | - | - |
| 2025 | $10.9B | +$753.3M | #70 |
| 2024 | $10.2B | +$169.3M | #50 |
| 2023 | $10.0B | +$799.0M | #51 |
| 2022 | $9.2B | +$362.9M | #50 |
| 2021 | $8.8B | +$915.1M | #49 |
| 2020 | $7.9B | +$1.4B | #49 |
| 2019 | $6.5B | +$1.0B | #46 |
| 2018 | $5.5B | +$547.5M | #43 |
| 2017 | $5.0B | +$666.0M | #43 |
| 2016 | $4.3B | +$154.5M | #42 |
| 2015 | $4.1B | +$161.9M | #43 |
| 2014 | $4.0B | −$31.9M | #42 |
| 2013 | $4.0B | +$203.0M | #42 |
| 2012 | $3.8B | −$16.3M | #45 |
| 2011 | $3.8B | +$38.8M | #46 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Nepal matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2016. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw external debt improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Nepal's external debt was $10.9B in 2025. Ranked 70th globally. This represents a 7.4% increase from the previous year.
Nepal's external debt peaked at $10.9B in 2025.
The lowest external debt in Nepal was $3.8M in 1970.
Nepal ranks 70th globally in external debt as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DECT.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Nepal's external debt is projected to reach $10.9B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Nepal's external debt was approximately 10.91 billion ($10.9B) in 2025.
The external debt of Nepal in 2025 was $10.9B. This ranks 70th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_nepal_external-debt,
title = {Nepal External Debt},
url = {https://historysaid.com/nepal/external-debt/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}