The inflow of overseas workers’ remittances into Pakistan stood at $3.8 billion in March 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) data showed on Wednesday.

Remittances increased by 16.5% on a month-on-month basis and registered a decline of 5.5% on a year-on-year basis.

Cumulatively, workers’ remittances increased by 8.2% to $30.3 billion during Jul-Mar FY26, compared to $28 billion received during the same period last year.

Remittances play a significant role in supporting the country’s external account, stimulating Pakistan’s economic activity, and supplementing the disposable incomes of remittance-dependent households.

Meanwhile, the government promotes remittances through incentives and formal channels to sustain steady growth and ensure their role in economic stability.