Overview
- Pakistan received $3.83 billion in workers’ remittances in March 2026, up roughly 17% from February and about 5% lower than a year earlier, citing Wednesday’s State Bank of Pakistan data.
- The month’s total was the highest of this fiscal year so far and lifted July–March inflows to $30.3 billion, an 8.2% increase from the same period last year.
- Saudi Arabia led with $918.4 million, the United Arab Emirates sent $823.7 million, and the United Kingdom and United States followed, showing Pakistan’s heavy reliance on Gulf routes.
- Analysts credit pre‑Eid transfers for the monthly jump and say rising regional tensions could slow Gulf inflows, making April and May figures a key gauge of resilience.
- Business Recorder reports Pakistan faces about $5 billion in external payments in April, including a $1.3 billion Eurobond already repaid and UAE deposits due for rollover, which raises the stakes for steady remittances.