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World Bank estimates show remittances to Tajikistan reached 45% of GDP in 2024e, the highest share among low- and middle-income countries. Tajikistan was the most remittance-dependent low- and middle-income country in 2024e. According to World Bank estimates, remittances equaled 45% of Tajikistan’s GDP. That means nearly $1 of every $2 generated in the economy was matched by money sent home from abroad. The same World Bank ranking puts Tonga at 38%, Nicaragua and Lebanon at 27%, and Samoa at 26%. KEY METRICS Tajikistan remittances: 45% of GDP Rest of GDP: 55% Ranking: highest among low- and middle-income countries in 2024e Other top countries: Tonga 38%, Nicaragua 27%, Lebanon 27%, Samoa 26% METHODOLOGY NOTE This compares remittances as a share of GDP, not total remittance dollars. The 2024e figures are World Bank estimates for low- and middle-income countries. The 55% figure shown in the graphic is simply the remainder of GDP after the 45% remittance share.