Highlights
- Bangladesh received $3.75 billion in remittances in March
- This is the highest monthly remittance since independence
- Inflows increased by over $730 million compared to February
- Remittances were also higher than March of last year
Bangladesh recorded the highest monthly remittance in its history in March 2026, as expatriates sent nearly $3.75 billion to the country. The surge has provided a major boost to the country’s foreign currency reserves and economic stability.
Record-Breaking Remittances Inflow
According to updated data from Bangladesh Bank, expatriate Bangladeshis sent $3.755 billion in remittances during March. This marks the largest amount ever received in a single month since the country’s independence. In February 2026, Bangladesh received around $3.02 billion in remittances. The March figure is therefore approximately $735 million higher, showing a significant month-to-month growth.
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Higher Than Same Month Last Year
This inflow in March 2025 stood at about $3.29 billion, which was previously the highest monthly figure on record. The latest inflow has now surpassed that record, setting a new milestone for the country’s economy.
Strong Remittances Trend in Recent Months
The country has seen a steady increase in remittance inflows in recent months. January and December of last year also recorded among the top three highest monthly remittance figures, indicating a sustained upward trend in foreign earnings sent by migrant workers. The record-breaking remittance in March reflects strong confidence among expatriate Bangladeshis in formal banking channels and has provided crucial support to the country’s foreign exchange reserves at a time of global economic uncertainty.
