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Remittances to Nigeria

Africa

In 2024, Nigeria received $21.3 billion in remittances, equal to 8.4% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 2nd largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 2nd in Africa.

Common questions

How much money does the diaspora send to Nigeria?

In 2024, Nigeria received $21.3 billion in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 2nd highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.

What share of Nigeria's GDP comes from remittances?

Remittances were equal to 8.4% of Nigeria'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.