Saudi Arabia Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Saudi Arabia's control of corruption was 0.61 in 2025, ranked 59th globally. This represents a 13.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Saudi Arabia's control of corruption stood at 0.61 in 2025, a rise of +0.07 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.61 by 2025. Saudi Arabia ranked 59th globally.
Saudi Arabia's control of corruption, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has seen a significant improvement over the past two and a half decades. The country's score rose from a low of -0.31 in 2011 to a high of 0.61 in 2025, marking a substantial improvement in governance. Although the kingdom still ranks below the global average, its performance is comparable to that of its peer countries, such as Palau and Nauru, which also achieved scores of 0.63 in the 2025 rankings. The improvement in the control of corruption in Saudi Arabia is a positive development, suggesting that the government is making efforts to curb corruption and enhance transparency. However, the pace of this improvement is slow, and sustaining this momentum will be crucial to further boost the country's rankings and promote economic growth and stability. A significant decline in government corruption would likely boost investor confidence and stimulate economic growth, potentially altering the trajectory of the country's control of corruption rankings.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.68 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.61 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.61 | +0.07 | #59 |
| 2023 | 0.54 | +0.18 | #66 |
| 2022 | 0.36 | +0.07 | #72 |
| 2021 | 0.28 | +0.04 | #74 |
| 2020 | 0.24 | −0.01 | #76 |
| 2019 | 0.25 | −0.08 | #74 |
| 2018 | 0.33 | −0.00 | #71 |
| 2017 | 0.33 | +0.13 | #72 |
| 2016 | 0.20 | +0.18 | #76 |
| 2015 | 0.02 | −0.06 | #87 |
| 2014 | 0.08 | +0.11 | #79 |
| 2013 | -0.03 | +0.02 | #84 |
| 2012 | -0.05 | +0.27 | #85 |
| 2011 | -0.31 | −0.35 | #103 |
| 2010 | 0.04 | +0.06 | #80 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Saudi Arabia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Saudi Arabia's control of corruption was 0.61 in 2025. Ranked 59th globally. This represents a 13.9% increase from the previous year.
Saudi Arabia's control of corruption peaked at 0.61 in 2025.
The lowest control of corruption in Saudi Arabia was -0.31 in 2011.
Saudi Arabia ranks 59th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Saudi Arabia's control of corruption is projected to reach 0.61 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Saudi Arabia in 2025 was 0.61. This ranks 59th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_saudi-arabia_control-of-corruption,
title = {Saudi Arabia Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/saudi-arabia/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}