External Debt in Lebanon
In 2021, Lebanon's external debt was at 289% of GDP, which was significantly higher than the 127% recorded ten years earlier. The average debt over the past decade reached 160% of GDP, considerably above the Middle East & North Africa region's average of 25%. For more external debt information, visit our dedicated page.
Lebanon External Debt Chart
Note: This chart displays External Debt (% of GDP) for Lebanon from 2012 to 2022.
Source: Macrobond.
Lebanon External Debt Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Debt (% of GDP) | 143 | 217 | 289 | 320 | - |
| External Debt (USD bn) | 73.9 | 68.9 | 66.9 | 67.1 | 66.3 |