Remittances to Egypt
Africa
In 2024, Egypt received $29.6 billion in remittances, equal to 7.6% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 1st largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 1st in Africa.
Common questions
How much money does the diaspora send to Egypt?
In 2024, Egypt received $29.6 billion in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 1st highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.
What share of Egypt's GDP comes from remittances?
Remittances were equal to 7.6% of Egypt's GDP in 2024, based on World Bank figures.
Source: World Bank: Personal remittances, received. US dollar figure is for 2024; GDP share is for 2024.