ISLAMABAD: Pakistan received $3.5 billion in workers’ remittances in April 2026, reflecting an 11.4 percent increase compared to the same month last year, according to official data. The inflow remained a key source of foreign exchange support for the country’s economy and household incomes.

On a monthly basis, remittances declined by 7.6 percent compared to March 2026, though overall inflows during the current fiscal year remained higher than the previous year.

Cumulative workers’ remittances during July-April of fiscal year 2026 reached $33.9 billion, compared to $31.2 billion recorded during the same period last year, showing year-on-year growth of 8.5 percent.

Saudi Arabia remained the largest source of remittances to Pakistan in April, with overseas Pakistanis sending $841.7 million. The United Arab Emirates followed with $734.7 million, while remittances from the United Kingdom and the United States stood at $563.7 million and $317.6 million respectively.

Economists consider remittances an important component of Pakistan’s external financing, helping support foreign exchange reserves, domestic consumption and family incomes across the country.