Pakistanis living and working in the UAE can start participating in the Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme 2026 from October 1, 2026, with a chance for eligible beneficiaries in Pakistan to win a top cash prize of Rs100 million, approximately Dh1.3 million.
The first qualifying period of the Pasban scheme runs from October 1 to December 31, 2026. Pakistanis sending money from the UAE to their families in Pakistan during this period can help eligible beneficiaries meet the requirements for the first quarterly draw.
From Oct 1 To Dec 31, Send Money From UAE To Pakistan in Pasban Scheme For Dh1.3 Million Draw
The first draw is scheduled for January 15, 2027, and the quarterly prize pool is Rs4 billion. The scheme has an annual prize pool of Rs16 billion, with 2,521 cash prizes announced for each quarterly draw.
SBP Starts Pasban Remittance Scheme Today With Rs16 Billion Prizes
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme 2026 |
| First Qualifying Period | October 1 to December 31, 2026 |
| First Draw | January 15, 2027 |
| Minimum Monthly Remittance | US$100 equivalent |
| Qualifying Requirement | US$100 in each of 3 consecutive months |
| Top Prize | Rs100 million |
| Approx. Top Prize in UAE | Dh1.3 million |
| Quarterly Prize Pool | Rs4 billion |
| Annual Prize Pool | Rs16 billion |
| Prizes Per Draw | 2,521 cash prizes |
| Digital Entry | 1 entry for each US$100 qualifying remittance |
| GCC Regional Allocation | 50% |
| Registration Fee | Free |
| Separate Ticket | Not Required |
| First Qualifying Months | October, November & December 2026 |
| Main Focus | Encouraging formal remittances to Pakistan |
Pasban Remittance Scheme Starts October 1 Today
The first qualifying period begins on October 1, 2026 and covers remittances received during October, November and December.
For the first draw, an eligible beneficiary generally needs to receive at least US$100 or its equivalent in each of the three consecutive months through eligible formal remittance channels.
That means the three months for the first draw are:
- October 2026
- November 2026
- December 2026
The qualifying period ends on December 31, 2026, while the first draw is scheduled for January 15, 2027.
How UAE Pakistanis Can Qualify For the Dh1.3 Million Draw
There is no separate ticket to purchase for the Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme.
Instead, digital entries are linked to qualifying remittances received by eligible beneficiaries in Pakistan.
For the basic eligibility requirement, the beneficiary must receive at least US$100 equivalent in each of three consecutive months within the qualifying quarter.
For example:
| Month | Minimum Qualifying Remittance |
|---|---|
| October 2026 | US$100 |
| November 2026 | US$100 |
| December 2026 | US$100 |
| Total | US$300 |
A beneficiary receiving qualifying remittances in all three months can meet the basic monthly requirement for the first draw, subject to the scheme’s detailed eligibility and transaction conditions.
Each US$100 Can Generate a Digital Entry
The announced entry mechanism links digital entries to qualifying remittance amounts.
Each US$100 of qualifying remittance corresponds to one digital, non-transferable entry, while higher qualifying amounts can generate additional entries according to the scheme rules.
For example, a qualifying remittance of US$300 may correspond to three digital entries, provided the transaction meets the applicable conditions.
The entries are generated through qualifying remittance transactions rather than through a separate registration or ticket-purchase process.
What Is the Minimum Amount to Qualify?
The basic monthly threshold is US$100 equivalent.
However, receiving US$100 only once does not satisfy the three-month requirement for the first quarterly draw.
For the first Pasban draw, the basic pattern is:
October + November + December = three consecutive qualifying months
A simple example is:
- October: US$100
- November: US$100
- December: US$100
This meets the basic three-month threshold, subject to the scheme’s eligibility requirements.
Pasban Remittance Scheme Prize Pool
The Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme has announced Rs4 billion in prizes for each quarterly draw.
There are 2,521 cash prizes in every quarterly draw.
| Prize Category | Number of Winners | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| First Prize | 1 | Rs100 million |
| Second Prize | 20 | Rs25 million each |
| Third Prize | 100 | Rs10 million each |
| Fourth Prize | 2,400 | Rs1 million each |
| Total | 2,521 | Rs4 billion |
With four quarterly draws, the total annual prize pool reaches Rs16 billion.
The top prize of Rs100 million is approximately Dh1.3 million, although the exact UAE dirham value can vary with the exchange rate.
GCC Region Gets 50% Regional Allocation
The Pasban scheme also includes a regional allocation for prizes.
The GCC region has a 50% share of the regional prize allocation, making this particularly relevant for Pakistanis sending remittances from the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries.
The announced regional allocation is:
| Region | Allocation |
|---|---|
| GCC | 50% |
| UK | 15% |
| Europe | 15% |
| North America | 10% |
| Other Countries | 10% |
The Rs100 million first prize is open across all regions, according to the announced scheme details.
No Separate Registration Fee
Participation in the Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme is free.
Eligible beneficiaries do not need to buy a separate lottery ticket or pay a registration fee to generate qualifying entries.
The digital entries are connected to qualifying remittance transactions received through eligible channels.
For UAE-based Pakistanis, the practical step is therefore to send remittances through formal channels covered by the scheme and ensure that eligible beneficiaries meet the applicable monthly requirements.
When Should UAE Pakistanis Send Money to Pakistan?
The first Pasban qualifying period is fixed from:
October 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
For someone aiming to meet the basic three-month requirement for the first draw, qualifying remittances need to be received during:
October 2026 → November 2026 → December 2026
The first draw is scheduled for January 15, 2027.
This makes October 1 an important date for UAE-based Pakistanis who want their qualifying remittances to count toward the first quarterly draw.
Example: Sending Money From Dubai to Pakistan
Suppose a Pakistani worker in Dubai sends money to a family member in Pakistan.
If the beneficiary receives:
US$100 in October + US$100 in November + US$100 in December
the beneficiary meets the basic three-month threshold for the first draw, subject to the scheme’s eligibility and transaction requirements.
If higher qualifying amounts are received, additional digital entries may be generated under the announced US$100-per-entry mechanism.
Why Was the Pasban Scheme Introduced?
The Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme is designed to encourage overseas Pakistanis to send workers’ remittances through formal channels.
The scheme was introduced under the patronage of the State Bank of Pakistan and is funded by the banking industry.
Instead of relying on a separate registration-based incentive, the programme connects qualifying remittance transactions with digital entries for quarterly cash-prize draws.
The scheme replaces the previous incentive approach with a digital reward model focused on formal remittance channels.
Pakistan’s Remittance Inflows
Workers’ remittances remain an important source of foreign exchange for Pakistan.
Around the launch of the Pasban scheme, Pakistan’s workers’ remittances were reported at approximately US$41.6 billion during FY2025-26, with the UAE among the major sources of remittance inflows.
The Pasban initiative seeks to encourage these overseas transfers through formal channels while giving eligible beneficiaries an opportunity to participate in quarterly cash-prize draws.
Is There an Online Application For Pasban?
The Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme does not work like a conventional online application scheme.
There is no separate application form or ticket that beneficiaries need to purchase for the basic entry process.
Digital entries are linked to qualifying remittance transactions.
For the first draw, the important period is therefore October 1 through December 31, 2026, with the first draw scheduled for January 15, 2027.