Uganda Tourism Receipts
International tourism receipts ST.INT.RCPT.CD
Uganda's tourism receipts was $518.0M in 2020, ranked 77th globally. This represents a 63.0% decrease from 2019. Data from World Bank, covering 2001–2020.
Overview
Uganda's tourism receipts stood at $518.0M in 2020, a decline of +$882.0M from 2019. Uganda ranked 77th globally.
Uganda's tourism receipts have witnessed significant fluctuations over the past two decades, with the sector's performance varying in tandem with global trends and regional events. The all-time peak of 1,522 million USD in 2018, a 718% increase from the trough of 185 million USD in 2003, highlights the sector's growth potential. However, the COVID-19 pandemic led to a decline in tourism receipts, with the sector recovering to 518 million USD in 2020, a ranking of 77 globally. This figure is comparable to that of Mauritius, a peer country with a similar ranking. Despite the sector's resilience, the ongoing pandemic and its aftermath continue to pose challenges for Uganda's tourism industry. A recovery in global travel and the successful implementation of vaccination programs could potentially drive the sector's growth, potentially surpassing the pre-pandemic peak and cementing Uganda's position as a significant player in the global tourism market.
Data & projection
| Year | Tourism Receipts | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $518.0M | −$882.0M | #77 |
| 2019 | $1.4B | −$122.0M | #85 |
| 2018 | $1.5B | +$568.0M | #85 |
| 2017 | $954.0M | −$164.0M | #94 |
| 2016 | $1.1B | +$69.0M | #88 |
| 2015 | $1.0B | +$65.0M | #89 |
| 2014 | $984.0M | +$24.0M | #91 |
| 2013 | $960.0M | −$197.0M | #91 |
| 2012 | $1.2B | +$180.0M | #79 |
| 2011 | $977.0M | +$175.0M | #84 |
| 2010 | $802.0M | +$119.0M | #83 |
| 2009 | $683.0M | +$147.0M | #86 |
| 2008 | $536.0M | +$134.0M | #99 |
| 2007 | $402.0M | +$55.0M | #105 |
| 2006 | $347.0M | −$35.0M | #102 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uganda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw tourism receipts improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda's tourism receipts was $518.0M in 2020. Ranked 77th globally. This represents a 63.0% decrease from the previous year.
Uganda's tourism receipts peaked at $1.5B in 2018.
The lowest tourism receipts in Uganda was $185.0M in 2003.
Uganda ranks 77th globally in tourism receipts as of 2020.
The World Bank indicator code is ST.INT.RCPT.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Uganda's tourism receipts was approximately 518 million ($518.0M) in 2020.
The tourism receipts of Uganda in 2020 was $518.0M. This ranks 77th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uganda_tourism-receipts,
title = {Uganda Tourism Receipts},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uganda/tourism-receipts/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}