KARACHI, November 10, 2026: Overseas Pakistanis sent $3.9 billion in workers’ remittances during October 2026, registering a 13.8 percent year-on-year increase and an 8.5 percent rise compared with September, according to figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
The latest remittance data highlights continued inflows from Pakistani workers abroad, with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates remaining the largest sources of funds.
According to the central bank, cumulative workers’ remittances reached $14.8 billion during the first four months of fiscal year 2026-27, covering July to October.
This represents a 14 percent increase compared with $13 billion received during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.
Saudi Arabia remained the leading source of remittances in October, contributing $981.6 million, followed by the United Arab Emirates with $815.9 million.
The United Kingdom ranked third, accounting for $592.2 million, while Pakistani workers in the United States sent $328.9 million during the month.
Together, these four countries contributed approximately $2.72 billion, representing nearly 70 percent of the total monthly remittance inflows.
Pakistan remittances by country in October 2026
| Country | Remittances |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $981.6 million |
| United Arab Emirates | $815.9 million |
| United Kingdom | $592.2 million |
| United States | $328.9 million |
| Total from four countries | $2.72 billion |
Workers’ remittances remain an important source of foreign exchange for Pakistan, supporting household spending, domestic consumption and the country’s external account.
The sustained increase in remittance inflows can also help strengthen foreign exchange liquidity and ease pressure on the balance of payments.
The latest SBP figures indicate that overseas Pakistanis continue to play a significant role in supporting the national economy through regular financial transfers.
With remittances reaching $14.8 billion in the first four months of FY2026-27, the trend reflects stronger inflows compared with the same period last year.