Expatriates sent Tk 200 billion in remittances to the bKash accounts of their loved ones in Bangladesh in 2025.
A total of 4.1 million bKash accounts received these remittances, almost double the number recorded in the previous year, according to a company handout.
“With the assurance of sending money safely through formal channels, along with a convenient and instant transfer experience, bKash continues to strengthen its position as a trusted platform for both remittance senders and receivers,” the handout said.
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Expatriates sent a record amount of remittance to Bangladesh in 2025 - equivalent to nearly USD 33 billion, which is 22 percent higher than 2024. Meanwhile, remittance sent through MFS channels saw more than 90 percent growth during the same period.
The use of MFS channels like bKash for sending remittances has grown significantly due to their ease of use and instant transfer capability.
Currently, expatriates can directly send remittances to their loved ones’ bKash account through 135 international MTOs from over 170 countries around the world that get settled at 27 top commercial banks in the country. Additionally, they are receiving a government incentive of Tk 25 per thousand.
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To make remittance tracking easier and more convenient, the bKash app now includes a “Remittance Statement” feature. This allows recipients to review their remittance history and download detailed statements whenever needed, which is also helpful for filing income tax returns.
Customers can cash out their remittance from nearby agent points as well as from over 2,500 ATMs across the country. At ATMs, recipients can withdraw money at a cost of only Tk 7 per thousand.
Besides, recipients of remittance can now open DPS accounts in four banks and one financial institution directly from the bKash app.
They can also use their received remittance for various transactions, including utility bill payments, educational institution fees, and shopping payments.