Pakistan records $3.9bn in remittances for October 2026

Pakistan received $3.89 billion in workers’ remittances during October 2026, up 13.8% from $3.42 billion a year earlier and 8.5% above September’s $3.6 billion, Business Recorder reported, citing the State Bank of Pakistan. In July-October FY27, inflows reached $14.8 billion, compared with $13 billion in the same period last year, an increase of 14%.

Saudi Arabia was the largest source in October, contributing $982 million, while the United Arab Emirates sent $816 million. The UK accounted for $592 million, the European Union $461 million and the US $329 million. The SBP has raised its projection for full-year remittances to $45 billion from $44 billion, with Governor Jameel Ahmed citing resilient inflows in the first quarter.