Most Import-Dependent Economies (% of GDP) (2025)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2025
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Hong Kong SAR, China leads with imports of goods & services (% of GDP) of 196.9%.
Luxembourg ranks #2 at 159.4%.
San Marino ranks #3 at 155.0%.
Singapore ranks #4 at 142.5%.
Virgin Islands (U.S.) ranks #5 at 108.3%.
Top 25 Countries by Imports of Goods & Services (% of GDP)
| # | Country | Imports of Goods & Services (% of GDP) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Hong Kong SAR, China | 196.9% | 2025 |
| 2 |  Luxembourg | 159.4% | 2025 |
| 3 |  San Marino | 155.0% | 2023 |
| 4 |  Singapore | 142.5% | 2025 |
| 5 |  Virgin Islands (U.S.) | 108.3% | 2022 |
| 6 |  Lesotho | 104.5% | 2025 |
| 7 |  Naoero | 103.7% | 2025 |
| 8 |  Malta | 99.9% | 2025 |
| 9 |  Ireland | 99.9% | 2025 |
| 10 |  Somalia, Fed. Rep. | 98.8% | 2025 |
| 11 |  Kiribati | 97.6% | 2024 |
| 12 |  Djibouti | 95.8% | 2025 |
| 13 |  Seychelles | 92.7% | 2025 |
| 14 |  United Arab Emirates | 92.2% | 2023 |
| 15 |  Viet Nam | 92.1% | 2025 |
| 16 |  Cyprus | 91.9% | 2025 |
| 17 |  Slovak Republic | 85.2% | 2025 |
| 18 |  Timor-Leste | 84.9% | 2024 |
| 19 |  Cuba | 82.4% | 2024 |
| 20 |  Marshall Islands | 79.9% | 2025 |
| 21 |  Maldives | 78.3% | 2024 |
| 22 |  Aruba | 78.2% | 2024 |
| 23 |  American Samoa | 77.7% | 2022 |
| 24 |  Belgium | 77.5% | 2025 |
| 25 |  Estonia | 77.4% | 2025 |
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FAQ
What is the highest imports of goods & services (% of GDP) in 2025?
Hong Kong SAR, China has the highest imports of goods & services (% of GDP) at 196.9% in 2025.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 185 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.