Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Western Sahara: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Western Sahara
The population of Western Sahara is 610,813, and is growing at the rate of 1.58%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
86.99% of Western Sahara’s population lives in urban areas. 66.6% of the population is of working age (15-59). % of the population has internet access and % has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Western Sahara #196 overall for market attractiveness. The country’s rank dropped down 1 place from last year’s position.
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Western Sahara's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 60.21 |
| Purchasing Power | 0 |
| Digital Readiness | 28.56 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 32.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 20.84 |
| Digital Search Demand | 42.62 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 28.49 |
| Score Change | 0.06 |
| Overall Rank | 196 |
| Rank Change | -1 |
Digital Search Demand
42.62%
Purchasing Power
0%
How Digitally Mature is the Market in Western Sahara
The digital search demand score for Western Sahara is 42.62.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Western Sahara
The purchasing power score for Western Sahara is 0, and the country scores 28.56 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Western Sahara scores 68.99.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Western Sahara 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 20.84 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Western Sahara.
Western Sahara market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Western Sahara has changed 0.06 points, dropping the country down one place from 2025, to rank #196 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Western Sahara:
- YouTube
- TikTok
What Are the Risks of Expanding into Western Sahara
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Western Sahara.
How Does Western Sahara Compare to Other Top Markets?
| International Growth Pillar | Western Sahara Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 60.21 |
| Purchasing Power | 0 |
| Digital Readiness | 28.56 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 32.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 20.84 |
| Digital Search Demand | 42.62 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 28.49 |
| Score Change | 0.06 |
| Overall Rank | 196 |
| Rank Change | -1 |
| 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 |
View market attractiveness data for other countries ranked like Western Sahara:
International Growth IndexMethodology
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks countries according to their potential for international expansion. The ranking for Western Sahara is based on an overall score that’s calculated from a combination of the eight pillars of scoring listed above, which are based on 34 composite indicators such as digital demand, economic opportunity, market accessibility, digital maturity and regulatory complexity in Western Sahara. This provides a quick and easy way for businesses to compare Western Sahara against other countries and prioritise growth markets.
Learn more about the eight pillars and ranking methodology to get a better understanding of the scores above and their implications for your business.
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