According to the Central Bank of Kosovo, this important decision was confirmed through an official communication received today from the World Bank, and the updated list is now published on its official website.
“This is a significant moment for Kosovo, reflecting the country’s ongoing progress in strengthening institutional resilience, macroeconomic stability, financial governance, and the rule of law. The decision also stems from strong interinstitutional coordination with the Ministry of Finance, Labor and Transfers, and from CBK’s continuous engagement with international partners. In particular, the issue was prominently addressed during the 2025 IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington DC, where the need for a more accurate reflection of the Republic of Kosovo’s institutional maturity was extensively argued”, the CBK statement reads.
Some of the main expected benefits for Kosovo following its removal from the FCS list include: Improved international perception of the country’s institutional and economic stability; Increased investor confidence and reduced financial risk assessments; More favorable conditions for development financing and access to private capital; and Complementarity with Kosovo’s first sovereign credit rating, which confirms the country’s positive trajectory in governance and economic fundamentals.
It is further stated that this achievement further strengthens Kosovo’s international credibility and reinforces the collective institutional efforts to realize our long-term vision for sustainable development, financial inclusion, and European integration.
