Portugal Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Portugal's government revenue was 43.85% in 2025, ranked 27th globally. This represents a 0.9% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1986–2025.
Overview
Portugal's government revenue stood at 43.85% in 2025, a rise of +0.38% from 2024. The IMF projects 43.85% by 2025. Portugal ranked 27th globally.
Portugal's government revenue has exhibited a relatively stable trend over the past four decades, with the latest figure standing at 43.85 percent of GDP, ranking the country 27th globally. The all-time peak of 44.74 percent in 2013 was a significant milestone, surpassing even that of peer countries such as Cyprus, which reached a similar high of 44.58 percent. Conversely, the country's government revenue trough of 35.34 percent in 1990 was the lowest during the observed period. Since then, Portugal has gradually increased its government revenue, albeit at a modest pace. The trajectory of government revenue in Portugal has been more stable compared to that of some of its peer countries, such as Timor-Leste, which has experienced more dramatic fluctuations. However, Portugal's government revenue is expected to remain relatively stable in the near term; a significant shift in fiscal policy or economic conditions, however, could alter this trajectory and impact the country's ranking among OECD nations.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 42.35% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 42.37% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 42.36% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 42.38% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 44.07% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 43.85% | - | - |
| 2025 | 43.85% | +0.38% | #27 |
| 2024 | 43.47% | −0.05% | #30 |
| 2023 | 43.52% | −0.04% | #29 |
| 2022 | 43.56% | −0.95% | #27 |
| 2021 | 44.52% | +1.15% | #25 |
| 2020 | 43.37% | +0.77% | #26 |
| 2019 | 42.60% | −0.26% | #29 |
| 2018 | 42.86% | +0.37% | #29 |
| 2017 | 42.48% | −0.44% | #28 |
| 2016 | 42.92% | −0.92% | #26 |
| 2015 | 43.84% | −0.50% | #23 |
| 2014 | 44.34% | −0.40% | #24 |
| 2013 | 44.74% | +2.11% | #25 |
| 2012 | 42.63% | +0.33% | #32 |
| 2011 | 42.30% | +1.83% | #32 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Portugal matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Portugal's government revenue was 43.85% in 2025. Ranked 27th globally. This represents a 0.9% increase from the previous year.
Portugal's government revenue peaked at 44.74% in 2013.
The lowest government revenue in Portugal was 35.34% in 1990.
Portugal ranks 27th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Portugal's government revenue is projected to reach 43.85% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Portugal in 2025 was 43.85%. This ranks 27th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_portugal_government-revenue,
title = {Portugal Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/portugal/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}