Remittances to Sierra Leone
Africa
In 2024, Sierra Leone received $321 million in remittances, equal to 4.6% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 36th largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 32nd in Africa.
Common questions
How much money does the diaspora send to Sierra Leone?
In 2024, Sierra Leone received $321 million in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 36th highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.
What share of Sierra Leone's GDP comes from remittances?
Remittances were equal to 4.6% of Sierra Leone'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.