Afghanistan: Tax revenue

The latest value from 2017 is 9.9 percent, an increase from 9.5 percent in 2016. In comparison, the world average is 16.41 percent, based on data from 141 countries. Historically, the average for Afghanistan from 2006 to 2017 is 7.8 percent. The minimum value, 5.28 percent, was reached in 2007 while the maximum of 9.9 percent was recorded in 2017. See the global rankings or world map for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Tax revenue refers to compulsory transfers to the central government for public purposes. Certain compulsory transfers such as fines, penalties, and most social security contributions are excluded. Refunds and corrections of erroneously collected tax revenue are treated as negative revenue.