Which country has the highest nickel reserves?

Indonesia has the highest nickel reserves at 62,000,000 metric tons as of 2025.

Which country has the lowest nickel reserves?

The United States has the lowest nickel reserves at 340,000 metric tons as of 2025.

The global average for nickel reserves is 14,460,000 metric tons as of 2025.

2025

Brazil has the 3rd highest nickel reserves among 9 countries with data in 2025.

How does Brazil rank globally for nickel reserves?: Brazil has the 3rd highest nickel reserves among 9 countries with data in 2025.
Which country has the highest nickel reserves?: Indonesia has the highest nickel reserves at 62,000,000 metric tons as of 2025.
Which country has the lowest nickel reserves?: The United States has the lowest nickel reserves at 340,000 metric tons as of 2025.
What is the global average for nickel reserves?: The global average for nickel reserves is 14,460,000 metric tons as of 2025.

Year	Nickel Reserves
2025	16,000,000

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration · Updated June 2026