Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Brunei Darussalam: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Brunei Darussalam
The population of Brunei Darussalam is 469,775, and is growing at the rate of 0.72%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $97,858, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
75.16% of Brunei Darussalam’s population lives in urban areas. 67.77% of the population is of working age (15-59). 96.3% of the population has internet access and 97.65% has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Brunei Darussalam #58 overall for market attractiveness, rising 16 places over the past year.
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Brunei Darussalam's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 54.52 |
| Purchasing Power | 70.98 |
| Digital Readiness | 87.14 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 32.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 39.77 |
| Digital Search Demand | 37.92 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 52.5 |
| Score Change | 2.52 |
| Overall Rank | 58 |
| Rank Change | 16 |
Digital Search Demand
37.92%
Purchasing Power
70.98%
Digital Market Maturity in Brunei Darussalam
The digital search demand score for Brunei Darussalam is 37.92.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Brunei Darussalam
The purchasing power score for Brunei Darussalam is 70.98, and the country scores 87.14 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Brunei Darussalam scores 68.99.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Brunei Darussalam scores 32.26 for regulatory complexity and legal restrictions. This is reverse-scored, meaning the higher the score, the easier it is to navigate local regulation.
The score of 39.77 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Brunei Darussalam.
Brunei Darussalam market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Brunei Darussalam has changed 2.52 points, moving the country 16 places higher from 2025, to rank #58 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Brunei Darussalam:
- YouTube
- TikTok
International Expansion Risks for Brunei Darussalam
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Brunei Darussalam.
Compare Brunei Darussalam to other countries
| International Growth Pillar | Brunei Darussalam Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 54.52 |
| Purchasing Power | 70.98 |
| Digital Readiness | 87.14 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 32.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 39.77 |
| Digital Search Demand | 37.92 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 52.5 |
| Score Change | 2.52 |
| Overall Rank | 58 |
| Rank Change | 16 |
| United States Score |
|---|
| 53.39 |
| 71.03 |
| 93.01 |
| 81.18 |
| 64.5 |
| 27.2 |
| 43.46 |
| 69.58 |
| 60.79 |
| 1.2 |
| 3 |
| 0 |
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