Welcome to the World Bank API.

The World Bank's first API offers 114 indicators from key data sources and 12,000 development photos (see all sources). We are releasing this API because we believe this information can be mapped, visualized and mashed up in an unlimited number of ways that will help develop a better understanding of trends and patterns around key development issues.

We invite developers to register for an API key and build applications we can showcase on this site so,

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Follow the steps below to start using the Worldbank API:

• Updated April 8, 2009: New, updated version of the World Bank API has been released.  See updated Documentation section for more information.  The old call structure will continue to be supported; please see the documentation section for more information.

• New documentation, version 2: see updated Documentation section and try our new Tutorial and graphical Query Generator
• Documentation version 1: Browse the Documentation, read the Tutorial, and try out our graphical Query Generator
• Learn more about the Data Sources you can access through the API
• Read the Terms and Conditions and note important Legal Information
• Register for a user account.
• Apply for an API key.