Countries with the Highest External Debt (% of GNI) (2024)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2024
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Mozambique leads with external debt (% of gni) of 350.6%.
Lebanon ranks #2 at 331.6%.
Mongolia ranks #3 at 181.9%.
Senegal ranks #4 at 150.7%.
Suriname ranks #5 at 129.1%.
Top 25 Countries by External Debt (% of GNI)
| # | Country | External Debt (% of GNI) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Mozambique | 350.6% | 2024 |
| 2 |  Lebanon | 331.6% | 2023 |
| 3 |  Mongolia | 181.9% | 2024 |
| 4 |  Senegal | 150.7% | 2024 |
| 5 |  Suriname | 129.1% | 2023 |
| 6 |  Mauritius | 123.2% | 2024 |
| 7 |  Lao PDR | 115.4% | 2024 |
| 8 |  Bhutan | 114.5% | 2023 |
| 9 |  Zambia | 114.2% | 2024 |
| 10 |  Montenegro | 108.6% | 2024 |
| 11 |  Ukraine | 101.3% | 2024 |
| 12 |  Rwanda | 93.9% | 2024 |
| 13 |  Jordan | 90.1% | 2024 |
| 14 |  Cabo Verde | 86.9% | 2024 |
| 15 |  Djibouti | 83.8% | 2024 |
| 16 |  Nicaragua | 82.8% | 2024 |
| 17 |  Dominica | 82.4% | 2024 |
| 18 |  North Macedonia | 81.2% | 2024 |
| 19 |  Georgia | 79.7% | 2024 |
| 20 |  Angola | 79.6% | 2024 |
| 21 |  Tunisia | 77.7% | 2024 |
| 22 |  Jamaica | 76.1% | 2024 |
| 23 |  Maldives | 75.6% | 2024 |
| 24 |  El Salvador | 75.4% | 2024 |
| 25 |  Fiji | 71.4% | 2024 |
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FAQ
What is the highest external debt (% of gni) in 2024?
Mozambique has the highest external debt (% of gni) at 350.6% in 2024.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 119 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.