Tonga Imports
Imports of goods and services BM.GSR.GNFS.CD
Tonga's imports was $416.4M in 2025, ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 6.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Tonga's imports stood at $416.4M in 2025, a rise of +$23.5M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $416.4M by 2025. Tonga ranked 173rd globally.
Tonga’s imports have risen dramatically over the 49‑year series, expanding from a low of 6,065,920.97 in 1971 to an all‑time high of 416,373,820.46 in 2025, placing the kingdom at rank 173 globally. The surge reflects both increased demand for consumer goods and higher input costs for its tourism‑driven economy, while the growth of regional supply chains has broadened access to manufactured products. Compared with nearby island economies, Tonga’s 2025 import total of 416,373,820.46 is slightly below Dominica’s 436,830,007.00 and above Kiribati’s 389,330,979.94, underscoring a similar upward trajectory among Pacific states that rely heavily on imported fuel, food and construction materials. The persistent rise suggests that, absent significant shifts toward domestic production or renewable energy adoption, Tonga’s import bill will likely continue to climb, although improvements in trade diversification or regional trade agreements could temper future growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $464.7M | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $440.5M | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $416.4M | - | - |
| 2025 | $416.4M | +$23.5M | #173 |
| 2024 | $392.9M | +$9.4M | #5 |
| 2023 | $383.5M | +$53.2M | #5 |
| 2022 | $330.3M | +$32.0M | #6 |
| 2021 | $298.3M | −$16.5M | #7 |
| 2020 | $314.8M | −$18.2M | #8 |
| 2019 | $333.0M | +$12.7M | #7 |
| 2018 | $320.3M | +$17.3M | #7 |
| 2017 | $303.0M | +$36.7M | #7 |
| 2016 | $266.4M | +$9.5M | #7 |
| 2015 | $256.9M | +$3.6M | #7 |
| 2014 | $253.3M | −$27.5M | #8 |
| 2013 | $280.8M | −$4.5M | #9 |
| 2012 | $285.3M | +$25.6M | #9 |
| 2011 | $259.6M | +$33.9M | #8 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Tonga matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw imports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Tonga's imports was $416.4M in 2025. Ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 6.0% increase from the previous year.
Tonga's imports peaked at $416.4M in 2025.
The lowest imports in Tonga was $6.1M in 1971.
Tonga ranks 173rd globally in imports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BM.GSR.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Tonga's imports is projected to reach $416.4M by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Tonga's imports was approximately 416.37 million ($416.4M) in 2025.
The imports of Tonga in 2025 was $416.4M. This ranks 173rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tonga_imports,
title = {Tonga Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tonga/imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}