Remittances to Pakistan Hit $3.6bn in September, Up 12.7%
Remittances to Pakistan were $3.6 billion in September 2026, up 12.7% year on year; Q1 FY27 inflows reached $10.9 billion. Top countries and outlook.
Remittances to Pakistan were $3.6 billion in September 2026, up 12.7% from a year earlier but down 1.9% from August, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. In the first quarter of FY27 (July–September), overseas Pakistanis sent $10.9 billion, 14% more than the $9.5 billion received in the same period last year.
Remittances to Pakistan by month
| Month (2026) | Inflows |
|---|---|
| July | $3.63 billion |
| August | $3.66 billion |
| September | $3.59 billion |
| Q1 FY27 total | $10.88 billion |
Monthly figures from SBP data as reported by The Express Tribune.
Top source countries in September
| Country | September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $899.1 million |
| UAE | $748.5 million |
| United Kingdom | $515.1 million |
| European Union | $447.7 million |
| Other GCC countries | $342.1 million |
| United States | $305.9 million |
Saudi Arabia and the UAE together sent about $1.65 billion, or 46% of the total. Within the UAE, Dubai accounted for $617.5 million. Italy was the largest EU source at $133.5 million (APP).
What the numbers mean
Every month of the quarter brought in more than $3.5 billion, which is now normal rather than a peak; the record remains $4.25 billion in May. At this pace, analysts at Topline Securities expect remittances of about $44.7 billion in FY27, compared with a record $41.6 billion in FY26. These inflows help the current account and support the State Bank’s foreign exchange reserves.
For families, steady remittances mean more spending power, though high inflation in Pakistan eats into it. Recipients increasingly receive money through bank accounts and digital wallets; see our guide to digital banks in Pakistan.
Frequently asked questions
How much were remittances to Pakistan in September 2026?
$3.6 billion, up 12.7% year on year.
Which country sends the most remittances to Pakistan?
Saudi Arabia, with $899.1 million in September 2026.
What were total remittances in FY26?
A record $41.6 billion.
