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Remittances to Malawi

Africa

In 2024, Malawi received $187 million in remittances, equal to 1.7% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 43rd largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 38th in Africa.

Common questions

How much money does the diaspora send to Malawi?

In 2024, Malawi received $187 million in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 43rd highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.

What share of Malawi's GDP comes from remittances?

Remittances were equal to 1.7% of Malawi'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.