Pakistan received $3.54 billion in workers' remittances in April 2026, extending a strong upward trend in overseas inflows and pushing cumulative receipts to $33.86 billion during the first ten months of the fiscal year, underscoring the growing importance of expatriate earnings in supporting the country's external account.

According to the latest figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), remittances in April were 11.4 percent higher than in the same month a year earlier. However, inflows declined by 7.6 percent compared with March 2026, when overseas Pakistanis had sent larger sums home. The latest data highlights the continued resilience of remittance flows at a time when such transfers remain a critical source of foreign exchange and household income. The government has also continued to encourage the use of formal banking channels and incentive schemes to support inflows.

During the July-April period of FY26, remittances reached $33.86 billion, compared with $31.21 billion received during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year. The increase of 8.5 percent reflects sustained support from Pakistanis living and working abroad.

Saudi Arabia retained its position as the largest contributor to remittance inflows. Overseas Pakistanis in the kingdom sent $842 million during April, representing a 16 percent increase from a year earlier, although the figure was 8 percent lower than in March.

The United Arab Emirates remained the second-largest source, accounting for $735 million in transfers during the month. Inflows from the UAE rose 13 percent on a yearly basis but declined 11 percent compared with the previous month.

The United Kingdom continued to be another major contributor, with remittances totalling $564 million in April. That figure was lower than the $587 million recorded in March. Pakistanis residing in the United States sent $318 million during the month, down 11 percent from the $359 million recorded in March. Meanwhile, inflows from European Union countries showed a different trend. Transfers from the bloc rose by 4 percent on a month-on-month basis, reaching $432 million in April compared with $414 million in March.

The figures reinforce the central role of overseas workers in sustaining Pakistan's foreign exchange position. While monthly inflows moderated from the March peak, the broader trajectory remained positive, with cumulative remittances continuing to post solid growth during FY26.