Remittances to Lesotho
Africa
In 2024, Lesotho received $476 million in remittances, equal to 20.9% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 31st largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 27th in Africa.
Common questions
How much money does the diaspora send to Lesotho?
In 2024, Lesotho received $476 million in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 31st highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.
What share of Lesotho's GDP comes from remittances?
Remittances were equal to 20.9% of Lesotho'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.