Iran: Net energy imports

The latest value from 2024 is -27.76 percent, a decline from -27.55 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is -5.90 percent, based on data from 137 countries. Historically, the average for Iran from 1990 to 2024 is -79.64 percent. The minimum value, -169.62 percent, was reached in 1990 while the maximum of -21.93 percent was recorded in 2020. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Net energy imports are estimated as gross imports less gross exports, both measured in tons of oil equivalents (toe). A negative value indicates that the country is a net exporter. Energy use refers to use of primary energy before transformation to other end-use fuels, which is equal to indigenous production plus imports and stock changes, minus exports and fuels supplied to ships and aircraft engaged in international transport.