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Remittances to Uganda

Africa

In 2024, Uganda received $1.4 billion in remittances, equal to 2.7% of its GDP (2024). That makes it the 17th largest recipient among the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here, and 14th in Africa.

Common questions

How much money does the diaspora send to Uganda?

In 2024, Uganda received $1.4 billion in personal remittances, according to the World Bank. That is the 17th highest of the 69 African and Caribbean countries tracked here.

What share of Uganda's GDP comes from remittances?

Remittances were equal to 2.7% of Uganda'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.