Seychelles Reserves in Months of Imports
Total reserves in months of imports FI.RES.TOTL.MO
Seychelles's reserves in months of imports was 2.8 in 2025, ranked 94th globally. This represents a 23.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1976–2025.
Overview
Seychelles's reserves in months of imports stood at 2.8 in 2025, a decline of +0.8 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2.8 by 2025. Seychelles ranked 94th globally.
Seychelles' reserves in months of imports have fluctuated significantly over the past five decades, ranging from a low of 0.44 months in 1988 to a peak of 4.76 months in 2020. The latest available data for 2025 indicates a value of 2.80 months, which ranks 94th globally. This contrasts with peer countries such as St. Kitts and Nevis, which has maintained a slightly higher reserve level of 2.86 months over the same period. The country's reserves have historically been affected by fluctuations in foreign exchange earnings, particularly from tourism and fisheries. The 2020 peak was likely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to increased government spending and a subsequent surge in foreign exchange reserves. However, the current trend suggests a decline in reserves relative to imports, potentially due to the country's ongoing efforts to balance its budget. A significant increase in foreign direct investment or a shift in the country's economic diversification strategy could alter the trajectory of Seychelles' reserves in months of imports.
Data & projection
| Year | Reserves in Months of Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 2.1 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 2.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2.8 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2.8 | −0.8 | #94 |
| 2024 | 3.7 | +0.5 | #74 |
| 2023 | 3.2 | −0.0 | #98 |
| 2022 | 3.2 | −1.2 | #102 |
| 2021 | 4.4 | −0.4 | #97 |
| 2020 | 4.8 | +1.5 | #99 |
| 2019 | 3.2 | +0.2 | #109 |
| 2018 | 3.0 | −0.3 | #111 |
| 2017 | 3.3 | −0.3 | #105 |
| 2016 | 3.7 | −0.5 | #93 |
| 2015 | 4.2 | +0.9 | #82 |
| 2014 | 3.3 | +0.2 | #99 |
| 2013 | 3.1 | +0.7 | #107 |
| 2012 | 2.4 | −0.3 | #130 |
| 2011 | 2.7 | −0.2 | #124 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Seychelles matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2009. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw reserves in months of imports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelles's reserves in months of imports was 2.8 in 2025. Ranked 94th globally. This represents a 23.3% decrease from the previous year.
Seychelles's reserves in months of imports peaked at 4.8 in 2020.
The lowest reserves in months of imports in Seychelles was 0.4 in 1988.
Seychelles ranks 94th globally in reserves in months of imports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FI.RES.TOTL.MO. Data sourced from World Bank.
Seychelles's reserves in months of imports is projected to reach 2.8 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The reserves in months of imports of Seychelles in 2025 was 2.8. This ranks 94th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_seychelles_reserves-months-imports,
title = {Seychelles Reserves in Months of Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/seychelles/reserves-months-imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}