These 8 Countries Are Not As Rich As You Think They Are

Nigeria, GDP per capita: $2,066 (£1,667)

Nigeria is Africa's largest economy, and ranks within the top 30 globally.

India, GDP per capita: $2,257 (£1,821)

Based on the World Bank's latest data, India has the world's sixth-largest economy, eclipsing more advanced economies such as France and Canada.

Iran, GDP per capita: $4,091 (£3,301)

On paper, Iran would appear to be a fantastically wealthy nation.

Indonesia, GDP per capita: $4,333 (£3,497)

Indonesia has the largest economy in southeast Asia and is a member of the G20 group of the world's richest nations, for which it holds the presidency this year.

Ukraine, GDP per capita: $4,836 (£3,903)

Looking at the Ukrainian economy prior to Russia's invasion in February 2022, the country seemed to be a lot wealthier than it actually was.

South Africa, GDP per capita: $7,055 (£5,693)

South Africa boasts Africa's second-largest economy and has one of the most diverse and lucrative agricultural sectors in the world.

Brazil, GDP per capita: $7,507 (£6,055)

Brazil has the 12th-largest global economy and is one of the world's leading mining, agricultural and manufacturing nations, with a fast-growing services sector too.

Mexico, GDP per capita: $10,046 (£8,098)

Mexico has the world's 15th-largest economy, with a GDP of more than a trillion dollars.

SWIPE UP FOR MORE AMAZING STORIES