World Factbook
British Indian Ocean Territory
British Indian Ocean Territory
Last updated: 2026-03-28 (today)
Exchange rates
the US dollar is used
Economic overview
small island territory economy; economic activity mainly on Diego Garcia with national military installations; recently settled disputes with Mauritius have increased oil exports; established marine reserve has limited commercial fishing
Exports - partners
Singapore 86%, Pakistan 8%, USA 1%, South Africa 1%, Czechia 1% (2023)
note: top five export partners based on percentage share of exports
Imports - partners
Greece 52%, Singapore 38%, USA 4%, Panama 2%, UAE 2% (2023)
note: top five import partners based on percentage share of imports
Exports - commodities
fish (2023)
note: top export commodities based on value in dollars over $500,000
Imports - commodities
refined petroleum, animal products, aluminum structures, insulated wire, prefabricated buildings (2023)
note: top five import commodities based on value in dollars