Pakistan Receives $3.9bn in Workers’ Remittances in October 2026
KARACHI: Pakistan received $3.9 billion in workers’ remittances during October 2026, registering a year-on-year increase of 13.8 percent and a month-on-month growth of 8.5 percent, reflecting continued strength in overseas Pakistanis’ financial contributions.
On a monthly basis, remittance inflows also rose by 8.5 percent compared to September 2026, indicating sustained growth in foreign inflows from overseas Pakistanis.
Remittances Rise 14% During July-October FY27
Cumulatively, Pakistan received $14.8 billion in workers’ remittances during the first four months of fiscal year 2026-27 (July-Octobe2026-27).
This represents a growth of 14 percent compared to $13.0 billion received during the same period of the previous fiscal year.
The increase highlights the important role of overseas Pakistanis in supporting the country’s external financial position and foreign exchange inflows.
Saudi Arabia, UAE Lead Remittance Inflows
Saudi Arabia remained the largest source of workers’ remittances to Pakistan in October 2026, contributing $981.6 million.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranked second with remittances of $815.9 million, followed by the United Kingdom (UK) with $592.2 million. The United States (USA) contributed $328.9 million during the month.
These four major overseas employment destinations continued to account for significant remittance inflows into Pakistan.
The latest figures underline the continued importance of overseas Pakistanis in supporting Pakistan’s economy through foreign exchange remittances.
Pakistan received highet ever worker’s remittances during 2025-26
Pakistan has received its highest-ever annual workers’ remittances during the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a significant milestone for the country’s external sector.
The latest figures of the State Bank show that remittances surpassed the previous record set in fiscal year 2024-25, when Pakistan received $38.3 billion from Pakistanis living and working abroad.
However, the State Bank and the finance minister have forecasted that Pakistan will received above $45 billion dollars of workers remittances.
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