Year 2025Rank #100 GlobalPeak $1.2B (2011)Source World Bank
South Africa Remittances Received (1970–2025)
Overview
South Africa's remittances received stood at $843.5M in 2025, a decline of +$11.8M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $843.5M by 2025. South Africa ranked 100th globally.
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
South Africa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw remittances received improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Africa's remittances received?▾
South Africa's remittances received was $843.5M in 2025. Ranked 100th globally. This represents a 1.4% decrease from the previous year.
What was the highest remittances received in South Africa?▾
South Africa's remittances received peaked at $1.2B in 2011.
What was the lowest remittances received in South Africa?▾
The lowest remittances received in South Africa was $15.4M in 1971.
How does South Africa rank in remittances received?▾
South Africa ranks 100th globally in remittances received as of 2025.
What is the World Bank indicator code for remittances received?▾
The World Bank indicator code is BX.TRF.PWKR.CD.DT. Data sourced from World Bank.
What is the projected remittances received of South Africa in 2025?▾
South Africa's remittances received is projected to reach $843.5M by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
What is South Africa's remittances received in million?▾
South Africa's remittances received was approximately 843.55 million ($843.5M) in 2025.
What is the remittances received of South Africa in 2025?▾
The remittances received of South Africa in 2025 was $843.5M. This ranks 100th in the world.
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South Africa Remittances Received. HistorySaid. Retrieved April 2, 2026, from https://historysaid.com/south-africa/remittances
BibTeX
@misc{historysaid_south-africa_remittances,
title = {South Africa Remittances Received},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/remittances},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}