Zimbabwe Tourism Receipts
International tourism receipts ST.INT.RCPT.CD
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts was $66.0M in 2020, ranked 115th globally. This represents a 76.8% decrease from 2019. Data from World Bank, covering 1995–2020.
Overview
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts stood at $66.0M in 2020, a decline of +$219.0M from 2019. Zimbabwe ranked 115th globally.
Zimbabwe’s tourism receipts have fallen sharply from an all‑time peak of 365,000,000.00 in 2007 to a low of 61,000,000.00 in 2003, before settling at 66,000,000.00 in 2020, ranking 115th globally. The 2020 figure is only marginally above the receipts of Vanuatu (67,000,000.00) and considerably higher than those of Gambia, The (53,000,000.00), reflecting a modest recovery after the severe contraction of the early 2000s, which was driven by hyperinflation, political instability and limited international connectivity. Over the 26‑year coverage period, the sector’s volatility has been shaped by macro‑economic shocks, sanctions and the COVID‑19 pandemic, which suppressed demand in 2020 despite a gradual easing of travel restrictions. Structural reforms, investment in tourism infrastructure and a stable political environment could reverse the downward trajectory, enabling Zimbabwe to approach its pre‑2007 performance levels in the medium term.
Data & projection
| Year | Tourism Receipts | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $66.0M | −$219.0M | #115 |
| 2019 | $285.0M | +$94.0M | #121 |
| 2018 | $191.0M | +$33.0M | #137 |
| 2017 | $158.0M | −$36.0M | #142 |
| 2016 | $194.0M | +$3.0M | #139 |
| 2015 | $191.0M | +$5.0M | #139 |
| 2014 | $186.0M | +$3.0M | #139 |
| 2013 | $183.0M | +$9.0M | #135 |
| 2012 | $174.0M | +$10.0M | #132 |
| 2011 | $164.0M | +$29.0M | #136 |
| 2010 | $135.0M | +$6.0M | #132 |
| 2009 | $129.0M | −$165.0M | #131 |
| 2008 | $294.0M | −$71.0M | #115 |
| 2007 | $365.0M | +$27.0M | #111 |
| 2006 | $338.0M | +$239.0M | #103 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Zimbabwe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw tourism receipts improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts was $66.0M in 2020. Ranked 115th globally. This represents a 76.8% decrease from the previous year.
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts peaked at $365.0M in 2007.
The lowest tourism receipts in Zimbabwe was $61.0M in 2003.
Zimbabwe ranks 115th globally in tourism receipts as of 2020.
The World Bank indicator code is ST.INT.RCPT.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts was approximately 66 million ($66.0M) in 2020.
The tourism receipts of Zimbabwe in 2020 was $66.0M. This ranks 115th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_zimbabwe_tourism-receipts,
title = {Zimbabwe Tourism Receipts},
url = {https://historysaid.com/zimbabwe/tourism-receipts/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}