Remittances to Burkina Faso
Africa
In 2023, Burkina Faso received $584 million in remittances, equal to 2.9% of its GDP (2023). That makes it the 27th largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 24th in Africa.
Common questions
How much money does the diaspora send to Burkina Faso?
In 2023, Burkina Faso received $584 million in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 27th highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.
What share of Burkina Faso's GDP comes from remittances?
Remittances were equal to 2.9% of Burkina Faso's GDP in 2023, based on World Bank figures.
Source: World Bank: Personal remittances, received. US dollar figure is for 2023; GDP share is for 2023.