ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Pakistani freelancers earned a record $197 million in foreign exchange in September 2026, taking their total earnings during the first quarter of the current fiscal year to $550 million.
According to official data, freelance export earnings increased by 49% compared to September last year and rose 11% from August 2026.
From July to September 2026, freelancers generated $550 million, marking a 46% increase compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year.
Pakistani freelancers provide international clients with services including software development, web development, graphic design and digital marketing.
Official figures show that freelancers earned $1.76 billion in foreign exchange during the fiscal year 2025-26.
The growth highlights the increasing contribution of Pakistan’s digital services sector to foreign exchange earnings. Further progress depends on better digital skills, reliable internet access, efficient payment systems and improved access to international markets
