Workers’ Remittances Rise 15.4% in January 2026 as Digital Channels Strengthen Inflows to Pakistan
Pakistan’s workers’ remittances reached $3.5 billion in January 2026, reflecting strong year-on-year growth driven by overseas Pakistanis and expanding digital banking and transfer channels, according to official data.
Workers’ Remittances Climb 8.41% to $9.5 Billion in First Quarter of FY26
Workers’ remittances to Pakistan grew 8.41% year-on-year to $9.5 billion in the first quarter of FY26, with Saudi Arabia and UAE leading inflows, boosting foreign exchange reserves and external account stability.
Pakistan Sees Surge in Workers’ Remittances with $3.7 Billion Inflow in May 2025
Pakistan recorded $3.7 billion in workers’ remittances during May 2025, marking 16% growth month-over-month. Cumulative remittances in FY25 reached $34.9 billion, with major inflows from Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK, and the USA.