KARACHI: Pakistan received $3.588 billion in workers’ remittances from overseas Pakistanis in September 2026, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
The latest figures show a 12.7% increase compared with September 2025. However, remittances declined by 1.9% compared with August 2026.
Saudi Arabia remained the largest source of remittances during September. Pakistani workers living in the kingdom sent $899.1 million during the month.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranked second among the major sources. It contributed $748.5 million in remittances to Pakistan.
According to the SBP, overseas Pakistanis continued to provide significant financial support through these transfers. The latest figures also highlight the importance of remittances to Pakistan’s external financial inflows.
Saudi Arabia Remains Pakistan’s Top Remittance Source
Saudi Arabia maintained its leading position among countries sending remittances to Pakistan in September 2026.
Pakistani workers and residents in the kingdom transferred $899.1 million during the month. This was the highest contribution among the countries listed in the SBP figures.
The UAE followed with $748.5 million in remittances. These inflows reflect the important role of Pakistani communities in the Gulf region.
Many Pakistanis living and working abroad regularly send money to support their families. These transfers help households cover daily expenses, education costs and other financial needs.
Remittances also contribute to Pakistan’s foreign exchange inflows. They provide an important source of funds for the country’s economy.
UK and US Also Contribute to Remittances
The United Kingdom and the United States also remained important sources of remittances during September.
Pakistani citizens living in the UK sent $515 million to Pakistan during the month. Meanwhile, remittances from the United States reached $305.9 million.
The figures show that overseas Pakistanis across several countries continue to support their families back home.
Alongside Saudi Arabia and the UAE, these markets contribute significantly to Pakistan’s monthly remittance receipts.
Pakistan’s Remittances Increase During First Quarter
Pakistan recorded stronger remittance inflows during the first quarter of the current financial year.
According to the SBP, total remittances reached $10.875 billion between July and September 2026. This represented a 14% increase compared with the same period last year.
During the corresponding period last year, Pakistan received $9.535 billion in remittances.
The latest figures indicate an increase of $1.34 billion over the year. This growth came despite the monthly decline recorded in September compared with August.
Monthly Decline Despite Annual Growth
Although remittances increased on a yearly basis, September recorded a slight decrease compared with the previous month.
The 1.9% monthly decline followed August’s inflows. However, the annual comparison remained positive, with remittances rising by 12.7%.
The first-quarter growth also points to stronger overall inflows during the opening months of the financial year.
Saudi Arabia continued to lead individual country contributions, followed by the UAE, the UK and the US.
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The SBP figures highlight the continued importance of overseas Pakistanis to the country’s financial position. Their remittances remain a key source of foreign exchange and household support.
