Remittances to South Africa
Africa
In 2024, South Africa received $855 million in remittances, equal to 0.2% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 22nd largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 19th in Africa.
Common questions
How much money does the diaspora send to South Africa?
In 2024, South Africa received $855 million in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 22nd highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.
What share of South Africa's GDP comes from remittances?
Remittances were equal to 0.2% of South Africa'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.