Suriname Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Suriname's government revenue was 27.75% in 2025, ranked 89th globally. This represents a 3.6% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Suriname's government revenue stood at 27.75% in 2025, a rise of +0.97% from 2024. The IMF projects 27.75% by 2025. Suriname ranked 89th globally.
Suriname’s government revenue as a percentage of GDP stood at 27.75 in 2025, ranking 89th globally, a level nearly identical to El Salvador’s 27.74 and slightly below the United Arab Emirates’ 28.37. This 2025 figure marks an all-time high for Suriname, reflecting a substantial recovery from its historical trough of 14.70 in 1999, a period shaped by economic instability and structural challenges. Over the 36-year coverage period from 1990 to 2025, revenue has fluctuated significantly, rising from 19.63 in the earliest recorded year. The improvement since the late 1990s suggests enhanced fiscal capacity, potentially driven by commodity exports and modest reforms. However, the narrow gap between Suriname and regional peers underscores persistent constraints in broadening the tax base and reducing reliance on volatile sectors. Future progress will depend on sustained efforts to strengthen tax administration, curb informality, and diversify the economy. Without deeper structural reforms, the current upward trend may stall, leaving revenue vulnerable to external shocks.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 24.40% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 23.46% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 26.22% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 29.25% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 28.68% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 27.75% | - | - |
| 2025 | 27.75% | +0.97% | #89 |
| 2024 | 26.78% | −0.57% | #99 |
| 2023 | 27.35% | +0.50% | #92 |
| 2022 | 26.85% | +0.49% | #99 |
| 2021 | 26.36% | +8.11% | #89 |
| 2020 | 18.25% | −2.03% | #143 |
| 2019 | 20.28% | −0.63% | #140 |
| 2018 | 20.90% | +0.78% | #133 |
| 2017 | 20.12% | +2.40% | #134 |
| 2016 | 17.72% | −3.87% | #146 |
| 2015 | 21.59% | −0.92% | #126 |
| 2014 | 22.51% | −1.03% | #128 |
| 2013 | 23.54% | −1.15% | #117 |
| 2012 | 24.68% | +1.32% | #109 |
| 2011 | 23.37% | +2.50% | #119 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Suriname matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Suriname's government revenue was 27.75% in 2025. Ranked 89th globally. This represents a 3.6% increase from the previous year.
Suriname's government revenue peaked at 27.75% in 2025.
The lowest government revenue in Suriname was 14.70% in 1999.
Suriname ranks 89th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Suriname's government revenue is projected to reach 27.75% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Suriname in 2025 was 27.75%. This ranks 89th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_suriname_government-revenue,
title = {Suriname Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/suriname/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}