NATO Spending by Country

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NATO funding is a critical aspect of the alliance’s operations and collective defense efforts. Member countries contribute financially to ensure the availability of necessary resources, capabilities, and infrastructure to meet NATO’s objectives. The funding enables the alliance to maintain a robust deterrent posture, conduct joint military exercises, enhance interoperability, invest in research and development, and support peacekeeping and crisis management operations. By sharing the financial burden, NATO member countries demonstrate their commitment to collective security and the preservation of peace, allowing the alliance to effectively respond to emerging challenges and maintain stability in an ever-evolving global security landscape.

NATO Contribution by Country

#CountryNATO SpendingDefense Expenditure as % of GDPGDP
1United States of America811 billion3.57%23.3 trillion
2United Kingdom73 billion2.25%3.1 trillion
3Germany63 billion1.49%4.3 trillion
4France57 billion1.93%3 trillion
5Italy33 billion1.54%2.1 trillion
6Canada27 billion1.36%2 trillion
7Poland15 billion2.34%679 billion
8Netherlands15 billion1.45%1 trillion
9Spain15 billion1.03%1.4 trillion
10Turkey13 billion1.6%819 billion
11Norway8 billion1.74%482 billion
12Greece8 billion3.59%215 billion
13Belgium6 billion1.07%594 billion
14Denmark6 billion1.4%398 billion
15Romania5 billion1.88%284 billion
16Czech Republic4 billion1.4%282 billion
17Portugal4 billion1.55%254 billion
18Hungary3 billion1.69%182 billion
19Slovakia2 billion1.73%117 billion
20Croatia1 billion2.16%69 billion
21Lithuania1 billion2.03%66 billion
22Bulgaria1 billion1.62%84 billion
23Latvia835 million2.16%40 billion
24Estonia771 million2.16%37 billion
25Slovenia745 million1.22%62 billion
26Luxembourg462 million0.54%86 billion
27Albania241 million1.41%18 billion
28Republic of Macedonia209 million1.54%14 billion
29Montenegro92 million1.63%6 billion

NATO Funding by Country

Albania

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241 million

Ranked in the World

#27

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.41%

Ranked in the World

#22

GDP

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18 billion

Ranked in the World

#121

Albania, with defense expenditures amounting to 241 million dollars, allocates approximately 1.41% of its GDP to defense. As a NATO member, Albania contributes to the alliance's collective security and defense capabilities.

Belgium

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6 billion

Ranked in the World

#13

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.07%

Ranked in the World

#27

GDP

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594 billion

Ranked in the World

#23

Belgium allocates $6 billion towards defense, which represents around 1.07% of its GDP. As the headquarters of NATO, Belgium holds a crucial position within the alliance and actively participates in its missions and operations.

Bulgaria

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1 billion

Ranked in the World

#22

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.62%

Ranked in the World

#15

GDP

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84 billion

Ranked in the World

#71

Bulgaria, like Lithuania, allocates $1 billion towards defense, accounting for around 1.62% of its GDP. Bulgaria's defense spending contributes to NATO's collective security efforts and reinforces stability in the region.

Canada

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27 billion

Ranked in the World

#6

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.36%

Ranked in the World

#25

GDP

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2 trillion

Ranked in the World

#9

Canada, ranking sixth, allocates $27 billion towards defense, which accounts for around 1.36% of its GDP. As a North American member of NATO, Canada actively participates in NATO missions and contributes to the alliance's collective security efforts.

Croatia

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1 billion

Ranked in the World

#20

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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2.16%

Ranked in the World

#5

GDP

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69 billion

Ranked in the World

#75

Croatia, with a defense budget of $1 billion, accounts for around 2.16% of its GDP. As a NATO member, Croatia actively participates in the alliance's missions and upholds its commitments to collective defense.

Czech Republic

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4 billion

Ranked in the World

#16

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.4%

Ranked in the World

#23

GDP

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282 billion

Ranked in the World

#47

The Czech Republic, with a defense budget of $4 billion, accounts for around 1.40% of its GDP. As a NATO member, the Czech Republic actively participates in the alliance's missions and contributes to its collective defense efforts.

Denmark

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6 billion

Ranked in the World

#14

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.4%

Ranked in the World

#24

GDP

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398 billion

Ranked in the World

#35

Denmark, with a defense budget of $6 billion, accounts for approximately 1.40% of its GDP. As a Scandinavian NATO member, Denmark contributes to the alliance's collective defense and international peacekeeping efforts.

Estonia

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771 million

Ranked in the World

#24

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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2.16%

Ranked in the World

#6

GDP

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37 billion

Ranked in the World

#98

Estonia, ranking twenty-fourth, allocates 771 million dollars to defense, which represents around 2.16% of its GDP. Estonia's defense spending plays a vital role in enhancing NATO's capabilities and ensuring regional security.

France

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57 billion

Ranked in the World

#4

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.93%

Ranked in the World

#9

GDP

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3 trillion

Ranked in the World

#7

France, with a defense budget of $57 billion, ranks fourth among NATO member countries. Its defense expenditure stands at around 1.93% of GDP. France plays a vital role in NATO's military operations and contributes substantially to the alliance's missions.

Germany

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63 billion

Ranked in the World

#3

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.49%

Ranked in the World

#20

GDP

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4.3 trillion

Ranked in the World

#4

Germany, ranking third, allocates $63 billion to defense, which represents approximately 1.49% of its GDP. As the largest economy in Europe, Germany's defense expenditure is significant for maintaining NATO's capabilities.

Greece

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8 billion

Ranked in the World

#12

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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3.59%

Ranked in the World

#1

GDP

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215 billion

Ranked in the World

#51

Greece, with a defense budget of $8 billion, accounts for approximately 3.59% of its GDP. Being strategically located in the southeastern part of Europe, Greece's defense spending contributes to NATO's deterrence and defense capabilities.

Hungary

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3 billion

Ranked in the World

#18

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.69%

Ranked in the World

#13

GDP

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182 billion

Ranked in the World

#55

Hungary, with a defense budget of $3 billion, accounts for around 1.69% of its GDP. As a Central European NATO member, Hungary plays an important role in ensuring regional security and stability.

Italy

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33 billion

Ranked in the World

#5

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.54%

Ranked in the World

#18

GDP

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2.1 trillion

Ranked in the World

#8

Italy, with a defense budget of $33 billion, accounts for approximately 1.54% of its GDP. As an important NATO member in southern Europe, Italy's contribution to defense spending is noteworthy.

Latvia

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835 million

Ranked in the World

#23

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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2.16%

Ranked in the World

#7

GDP

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40 billion

Ranked in the World

#95

Latvia, with defense expenditures amounting to 835 million dollars, allocates approximately 2.16% of its GDP to defense. As a Baltic NATO member, Latvia's commitment to defense strengthens the alliance's presence and deterrence in the region.

Lithuania

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1 billion

Ranked in the World

#21

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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2.03%

Ranked in the World

#8

GDP

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66 billion

Ranked in the World

#79

Lithuania, with a defense budget of $1 billion, allocates approximately 2.03% of its GDP to defense. As a Baltic NATO member, Lithuania plays a crucial role in strengthening NATO's deterrence and defense posture in the region.

Luxembourg

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462 million

Ranked in the World

#26

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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0.54%

Ranked in the World

#29

GDP

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86 billion

Ranked in the World

#70

Luxembourg, with a defense budget of 462 million dollars, allocates around 0.54% of its GDP to defense. While smaller in size, Luxembourg actively participates in NATO's missions and supports the alliance's objectives.

Montenegro

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92 million

Ranked in the World

#29

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.63%

Ranked in the World

#14

GDP

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6 billion

Ranked in the World

#160

Montenegro, ranking twenty-ninth, allocates 92 million dollars to defense, accounting for approximately 1.63% of its GDP. Montenegro's defense spending contributes to NATO's collective defense efforts and ensures regional security.

Netherlands

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15 billion

Ranked in the World

#8

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.45%

Ranked in the World

#21

GDP

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1 trillion

Ranked in the World

#17

The Netherlands, with a defense budget of $15 billion, allocates around 1.45% of its GDP to defense. As a NATO member, the Netherlands actively contributes to collective defense and international peacekeeping efforts.

Norway

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8 billion

Ranked in the World

#11

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.74%

Ranked in the World

#11

GDP

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482 billion

Ranked in the World

#28

Norway, ranking eleventh, allocates $8 billion to defense, which represents approximately 1.74% of its GDP. As a Nordic NATO member, Norway plays a significant role in ensuring security and stability in the region.

Poland

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15 billion

Ranked in the World

#7

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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2.34%

Ranked in the World

#3

GDP

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679 billion

Ranked in the World

#21

Poland holds the seventh position, with a defense budget of $15 billion. Poland's defense expenditure stands at approximately 2.34% of its GDP. With a location on NATO's eastern flank, Poland's contribution is crucial for ensuring security in the region.

Portugal

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4 billion

Ranked in the World

#17

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.55%

Ranked in the World

#17

GDP

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254 billion

Ranked in the World

#48

Portugal allocates $4 billion towards defense, which represents approximately 1.55% of its GDP. Portugal's commitment to NATO's defense objectives contributes to the alliance's overall capabilities.

Republic of Macedonia

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209 million

Ranked in the World

#28

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.54%

Ranked in the World

#19

GDP

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14 billion

Ranked in the World

#135

The Republic of North Macedonia allocates 209 million dollars towards defense, which represents around 1.54% of its GDP. As a recent addition to NATO, North Macedonia actively participates in the alliance's activities and reinforces regional stability.

Romania

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5 billion

Ranked in the World

#15

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.88%

Ranked in the World

#10

GDP

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284 billion

Ranked in the World

#46

Romania, ranking fifteenth, allocates $5 billion to defense, which represents approximately 1.88% of its GDP. Romania's geographical location in Eastern Europe contributes to NATO's presence in the region and ensures regional security.

Slovakia

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2 billion

Ranked in the World

#19

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.73%

Ranked in the World

#12

GDP

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117 billion

Ranked in the World

#59

Slovakia, ranking nineteenth, allocates $2 billion to defense, which represents approximately 1.73% of its GDP. Slovakia's defense spending contributes to NATO's collective security efforts and reinforces stability in the region.

Slovenia

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745 million

Ranked in the World

#25

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.22%

Ranked in the World

#26

GDP

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62 billion

Ranked in the World

#84

Slovenia allocates 745 million dollars towards defense, accounting for approximately 1.22% of its GDP. As a NATO member, Slovenia contributes to the alliance's collective defense efforts and reinforces stability in the region.

Spain

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15 billion

Ranked in the World

#9

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.03%

Ranked in the World

#28

GDP

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1.4 trillion

Ranked in the World

#14

Spain, ranking ninth, allocates $15 billion to defense, which represents approximately 1.03% of its GDP. Spain's geographical location makes it strategically significant for NATO's operations and security.

Turkey

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13 billion

Ranked in the World

#10

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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1.6%

Ranked in the World

#16

GDP

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819 billion

Ranked in the World

#19

Turkey, with a defense budget of $13 billion, accounts for approximately 1.60% of its GDP. As a transcontinental country bridging Europe and Asia, Turkey's defense spending is vital for NATO's presence in the region.

United Kingdom

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73 billion

Ranked in the World

#2

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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2.25%

Ranked in the World

#4

GDP

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3.1 trillion

Ranked in the World

#6

The United Kingdom holds the second position, with a defense budget of $73 billion. This amounts to around 2.25% of its GDP. As a major European power, the UK actively participates in NATO operations and maintains a robust military capability.

United States of America

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811 billion

Ranked in the World

#1

Defense Expenditure as % of GDP

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3.57%

Ranked in the World

#2

GDP

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23.3 trillion

Ranked in the World

#1

Ranking first in terms of NATO spending, the United States allocates a staggering $811 billion towards defense. This accounts for approximately 3.57% of its GDP. As the leading military power within NATO, the United States has traditionally shouldered a significant portion of the alliance's defense burden.

FAQs

How is NATO funded ?

NATO is funded through a combination of national contributions and common funding. Member countries finance their own defense capabilities and meet NATO’s defense expenditure targets through their national budgets. Common funding is used to support NATO’s operational and administrative costs, including infrastructure, staff salaries, and joint military activities.

Who funds NATO ?

NATO is funded by its member countries. Each member country contributes to NATO’s funding through national defense budgets and common funding mechanisms. The member countries’ financial contributions are used to support various aspects of NATO’s operations, including collective defense activities, joint exercises, infrastructure maintenance, and administrative costs. The funding is based on a cost-sharing formula that takes into account factors such as each member’s gross national income (GNI) and other considerations.

How much money does NATO have ?

NATO does not have its own funds or financial reserves; instead, it relies on contributions from its member countries to finance its activities. The annual budget of NATO varies depending on the contributions made by member countries, and it is divided into the civil and military budgets. While the exact amount can fluctuate, recent estimates suggest that NATO’s annual budget is in the range of several billion dollars.

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