Pakistan received $3.9 billion in workers’ remittances in October 2026, marking an increase of 13.8% year-on-year and 8.5% month-on-month, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday.
Cumulatively, remittance inflows rose 14% to $14.8 billion during July–October FY27, compared with $13 billion recorded in the corresponding period last year.
Saudi Arabia remained the largest source of remittances in October, contributing $981.6 million, followed by the United Arab Emirates with $815.9 million, the United Kingdom with $592.2 million and the United States with $328.9 million.
In August 2026, Pakistan received $3.7 billion in workers’ remittances. Saudi Arabia accounted for $873.5 million of the inflows, followed by the UAE at $749.8 million, the UK at $563.7 million and the US at $308.9 million.
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