Database info

The e-library of the IMF is a comprehensive source of research and statistics with publications in multiple digital formats. Since January 1, 2020, all IMF digital publications are FREE. All users can have access to more than 21,000 publications and an archive that dates back to 1946. A description of the available IMF publications can be found on the IMF eLIBRARY help page. Search for publications and other documents via de search box in the publications section. The IMF eLibrary provides publications in PDF format. To open these files, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. Follow this link to reach de e-library directly.

The IMF publishes a range of time series data on IMF lending, exchange rates and other economic and financial indicators. Manuals, guides, and other material on statistical practises at the IMF, in member countries, and of the statistical community at large are also available. An overview on the data IMF offers can be found on the page selected online IMF data sources.

You can either follow this link to go directly to the IMF Data Webpage or use this link to access the IMF Data Portal.

Guides & training

Guide & manuals for finding data
Start-up guide  for using the e-library FAQ  for the IMF e-library

Support