Pakistan receives $3.66bn in remittances in August

Pakistan received $3.66 billion in workers’ remittances in August 2026, marking a 16.5% increase compared with the same month last year, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.

Remittance inflows also edged up 0.7% month-on-month. During the first two months of the current fiscal year, overseas Pakistanis sent $7.29 billion, showing a 14.7% year-on-year rise.

Saudi Arabia remained the biggest contributor, sending $873 million in August, up 19% from a year earlier. The UAE followed with $750 million, reflecting a 17% annual increase. The UK contributed $564 million, while remittances from the US reached $309 million.

During July-August, Saudi Arabia generated $1.787 billion in remittances, while the UAE contributed $1.487 billion. Other Gulf countries sent $327 million, with inflows from the rest of the world reaching $338 million.

The latest figures come after Pakistan recorded a record $41.6 billion in remittances during FY26. Strong inflows continue to support household incomes, foreign exchange availability, reserves and the country’s external-sector stability.