Saudi Arabia and UAE Account for Nearly $1.65 Billion in Pakistan Remittances

Workers in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates sent a combined $1.6476 billion to Pakistan in September 2026, according to reported State Bank figures.

These were workers’ remittances, rather than government aid or loans.

Saudi Arabia Leads Inflows

Saudi Arabia contributed $899.1 million, while the UAE accounted for $748.5 million. Together, they represented approximately 46% of Pakistan’s monthly remittances.

Within the UAE, Dubai contributed $617.5 million and Abu Dhabi $104.5 million.

Total Remittances Reach $3.6 Billion

Pakistan’s overall inflows reached $3.6 billion, rising 13% compared with September 2025 but declining 1.9% from August.

Other Major Sources

The United Kingdom contributed $515.1 million, the European Union $447.7 million and the United States $305.9 million.

The figures highlight the Gulf’s substantial contribution to money sent home by overseas Pakistanis.