Sweden Remittances
$5.2B▲ +$801.5M
Dec 2025 · Annual
Personal remittances received in Sweden rose to USD 5.23 billion in 2025 from USD 4.43 billion in 2024. The current figure marks the highest level on record since the series began in 1970, surpassing the previous all-time high set in the same period.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5.2B | $4.4B | $5.2BDec 2025 | $136,293Dec 1982 | 1970 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Account to GDP | 6.1% | 6.9% | 8.2% | -3.1% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
About this series
Remittances in Sweden averaged $2.4B from 1970 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of $5.2B in Dec 2025 and a record low of $136,293 in Dec 1982. The series is reported yearly with history from 1970.
Personal remittances received comprise personal transfers and compensation of employees received by residents of Sweden from abroad. The data are reported in current U.S. dollars on an annual basis. The series spans from 1970 to 2025, providing a long-term view of inbound remittance flows.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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