Invest in Pakistan 2026 — Opportunities & Guide
Pakistan offers significant investment opportunities for overseas Pakistanis and foreign investors. From CPEC Special Economic Zones to real estate and the stock market, this guide covers the key sectors and how to get started.
Key Investment Sectors
Real Estate
Property investment in major cities. Overseas Pakistanis can buy/sell via NICOP.
Stock Market (PSX)
Pakistan Stock Exchange. Trade via Roshan Digital Account or local broker.
CPEC & SEZs
Special Economic Zones with tax incentives for manufacturing and tech.
IT & Startups
Pakistan's growing tech ecosystem. Angel investing and venture capital.
Agriculture
Agri-tech, food processing, and export-oriented agriculture.
Naya Pakistan Certificates
Government bonds for overseas Pakistanis. Fixed returns in USD or PKR.
Roshan Digital Account
The Roshan Digital Account (RDA) is a banking product specifically for overseas Pakistanis and foreign nationals, offering:
- Open account remotely from any country
- Invest in Naya Pakistan Certificates (up to 7%+ returns)
- Buy property in Pakistan through Roshan Apni Car/Roshan Apna Ghar
- Trade on Pakistan Stock Exchange
- Full repatriation of profits
Board of Investment (BOI)
The Board of Investment is Pakistan's primary investment facilitation agency. Foreign investors can access:
- Tax exemptions in Special Economic Zones (10-year tax holiday)
- One-window facility for all approvals
- Investment protection agreements with 49 countries
- 100% foreign ownership allowed in most sectors
- Full repatriation of profits, dividends, and capital