Romania Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Romania's government debt to gdp was 61.21% in 2025, ranked 71st globally. This represents a 6.6% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Romania's government debt to gdp stood at 61.21% in 2025, a rise of +3.77% from 2024. The IMF projects 61.21% by 2025. Romania ranked 71st globally.
Romania's government debt to GDP ratio has experienced a significant increase over the past two and a half decades, with the latest figure standing at 61.21% as of 2025. This marks the country's all-time peak, surpassing the all-time trough of 12.43% in 2007. Compared to peer countries, Romania's debt-to-GDP ratio is slightly lower than that of Montenegro, but higher than Poland's 60.02%. The sharp rise in debt levels is a notable trend, particularly in the context of the global financial crisis and the European sovereign debt crisis. Romania's government debt burden has increased steadily since 2007, with some fluctuations, and has become a pressing concern for policymakers. The country's reliance on foreign financing and the ongoing economic challenges facing the region may contribute to continued high debt levels. A significant improvement in the fiscal balance, achieved through structural reforms and prudent fiscal management, would be necessary to reverse this trend and stabilize Romania's debt-to-GDP ratio.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 69.11% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 67.81% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 66.03% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 64.09% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 62.52% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 61.21% | - | - |
| 2025 | 61.21% | +3.77% | #71 |
| 2024 | 57.44% | +5.29% | #101 |
| 2023 | 52.14% | +0.42% | #90 |
| 2022 | 51.72% | +0.19% | #90 |
| 2021 | 51.53% | +2.27% | #81 |
| 2020 | 49.26% | +12.73% | #75 |
| 2019 | 36.53% | +0.37% | #46 |
| 2018 | 36.17% | −0.94% | #50 |
| 2017 | 37.11% | −2.44% | #53 |
| 2016 | 39.55% | +0.19% | #64 |
| 2015 | 39.35% | −1.12% | #73 |
| 2014 | 40.47% | +1.21% | #91 |
| 2013 | 39.26% | +3.10% | #92 |
| 2012 | 36.17% | +3.57% | #93 |
| 2011 | 32.60% | +2.43% | #77 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Romania matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. 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
Romania's government debt to gdp was 61.21% in 2025. Ranked 71st globally. This represents a 6.6% increase from the previous year.
Romania's government debt to gdp peaked at 61.21% in 2025.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Romania was 12.43% in 2007.
Romania ranks 71st globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Romania's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 61.21% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Romania in 2025 was 61.21%. This ranks 71st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_romania_government-debt-to-gdp,
title = {Romania Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/romania/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}