Tax revenue (% of GDP) in Afghanistan in 2017 — 9.9%. Ranked 128 in the world out of 144. Since 2006, the indicator has risen by 2.93 pp.
2006–2017 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Afghanistan
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 9.9 | +0.4 pp |
| 2016 | 9.5 | +1.92 pp |
| 2015 | 7.59 | +0.7 pp |
| 2014 | 6.88 | −0.24 pp |
| 2013 | 7.12 | −0.59 pp |
| 2012 | 7.71 | −1.21 pp |
| 2011 | 8.92 | −0.25 pp |
| 2010 | 9.17 | +0.69 pp |
| 2009 | 8.48 | +2.39 pp |
| 2008 | 6.09 | +0.8 pp |
| 2007 | 5.28 | −1.68 pp |
| 2006 | 6.97 | — |
The same indicator for neighboring countries — with links to their pages
Central government tax revenue as a percent of GDP, excluding compulsory social contributions and revenue from fines and penalties. A level of 15% of GDP is considered the minimum threshold at which a state is able to provide basic services and infrastructure.
Important: Only the central budget is counted — in federal states the overall tax burden is substantially higher.
Source: World Development Indicators (World Bank), license CC BY 4.0.
How much the state collects in a year — all revenue except foreign grants.
Public Finance Government expenseHow much the state spends in a year — including wages, pensions, benefits and interest on debt.
Economy Government consumption (% of GDP)The share of GDP taken by government final consumption spending.
Public Finance Government debtGross general government debt as a percent of GDP.
