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Can I take my personal phone to Pakistan?

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Mia Ramsey

Published Mar 01, 2026

Can I take my personal phone to Pakistan?

Can I bring one mobile phone into Pakistan without payment of duty/taxes? Ans: No. Recently Baggage Rules have been amended vide Finance Act, 2019 whereby facility for bringing duty/taxes free mobile set has been withdrawn w.e.f. 01.07. Hence duty and taxes will be paid on that mobile phone.

Also know, how much is duty on mobile phones in Pakistan?

The regulatory duty on import of mobile phones valuing up to $30 will remain at a flat rate of Rs300 per set, while it will be charged at the rate of Rs3,000 per set on mobile phone value above $30 per set but not exceeding $100 including smartphones having value up to $ 30 per set.

Subsequently, question is, how many phones are allowed from Dubai to Pakistan? one mobile phone

Similarly one may ask, do I have to pay tax on my phone in Pakistan?

If you are planning to “import†a phone or bring along a mobile device into Pakistan, you'd have to pay taxes for it whether a feature phone or a smartphone/tablet.

How do I get a free PTA phone?

Step 1: Start off with dialling *8484#. Step 2: Reply with '1' to start with the registration process. Step 3: Reply with '1' if you are a citizen or with '2' if a temporary foreigner. Step 4: Reply with '1' if it is your first device to be registered which will be registered free of cost.

What is the price of iPhone 11 in Pakistan?

Retail Price of Apple iPhone 11 in Pakistan is Rs.148,999. Retail Price of Apple in USD is $1110.

What is PTA tax on mobile phones?

fbr mobile tax list 2019
Serial NoMobile actual priceApplicable tax
1$30-100Rs3,600
2$100-200Rs5,400
3$200- $350Rs7,200
4$350-500Rs20,700

What is custom duty on mobile phones?

Completely built-up units (CBUs) of battery chargers attract 15-20% customs duty while handsets attract 22.5%. Certain sub-assemblies of phones such as display panels, printed circuit boards, mechanics and die cut parts are also liable for 10% duty to encourage greater value addition in India.

Is 1 mobile registration free in Pakistan?

PTA allows registration of one device free of cost if you are coming back to Pakistan from abroad. If you have more than one then you have to register the other mobile devices. You need to pay relevant tax for the device if you want to use that mobile device in Pakistan for more than 60 days.

How can I pay custom duty in Pakistan on mobile?

The payment can be made via online banking, ATMs, mobile banking and bank branches of all leading banks. Once the system confirms the payment of duty/taxes, the mobile device will be white-listed on DIRBS. International travellers can register their mobile device within 60 days of their arrival in Pakistan.

How can I avoid mobile tax in Pakistan?

Overseas Pakistani can Bring Only One Phone to Pakistan Without Paying Tax
  1. Step 1: Extract the IMEI number of Your Device:
  2. Step 2: Check if the device is registered or not:
  3. Step 3: When you enter your 15 digits IMEI code/ number, you will receive one of the following messages.

How much is tax on a phone?

Mobile phones will attract an 18% goods and services tax (GST) rate from April 1, 2020, up from existing 12%, after the GST Council corrected the inverted duty structure that was being faced by the industry.

How much does it cost to register a phone in Pakistan?

You can check out the table above for a detailed answer, but generally, you will be charged anywhere between PKR 300 to PKR 32,000, based on the make and model of your phone.

What is the price of iPhone 12 in Pakistan?

VARIANTSPRICEUSD PRICE
Apple iPhone 12 Green - 64GB Price in PakistanRs.128,000$.799
Apple iPhone 12 Red - 64GB Price in PakistanRs. 128,000$. 799
Apple iPhone 12 White - 128GB Price in PakistanRs. 136,000$. 849
Apple iPhone 12 Blue - 128GB Price in PakistanRs. 136,000$. 849

What is the price of iPhone 12 Pro Max in Pakistan?

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max Price in Pakistan by Variants
VARIANTSPRICESTORES
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB BlueRs.219,999Mega
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB SilverRs. 238,590IShopping
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB GraphiteRs. 235,200PriceOye
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB GoldRs. 252,899PriceOye

How can I check my mobile tax in Pakistan?

Users in possession of such mobile devices will be required to use one of the following procedures to get device registered. or dial *8484# to check for applicable duty tax.

How do I know if my phone is PTA approved?

It is pertinent to mention here that, through Device Verification System (DVS) telecom consumers can verify authenticity of their mobile devices in line with PTA regulations via SMS to 8484 and to check the status of IMEI log on or download DIRBS android mobile app form google and apple play

How do I register my phone with my PTA passport?

To obtain the 15 digital IMEI, dial *#06# from dial pad of device.
  1. Enter your Passport No:
  2. Select the reason for your Device Registration:
  3. Enter your Contact Number:
  4. Select the number of sim slot of the Handset and note IMEIs:
  5. EMAIL (Registration Request)

What is the PTA tax on Iphone 11?

The Apple IPhone 11 price in the country is more then $130/- which includes 20% custom duty tax levied by PTA as part the new system of registering your devices in order to be able to operate them in Pakistan.

How IPhone 11 Tax is Calculated?

Price in PakistanRs. 146,099
Total TaxPKR 54817

Can I take 2 mobile phones on a plane?

This means you can't pack your phones or laptops or other Li-ion battery powered devices inside the suitcase and check in the aircraft. You will have to carry all your electronics with you on your carry-on bag with you during the flight.

Can we import old cars in Pakistan?

Old and used cars, not older than 3 years and other vehicles not older than 5 years can be imported, gifted or brought to Pakistan by Pakistan nationals including dual nationals under three Schemes as explained below.

Can I take laptop to Pakistan?

Foreign nationals and tourists coming to Pakistan are entitled to following duty free allowance: One television; One deep freezer; One refrigerator; One microwave oven; One cooking range; One washing machine; One air conditioner; Items of personal use (For details see page 4); One still camera and one video camera;

How can I unblock my phone from PTA online?

It may be mentioned that currently stolen, snatched and lost mobile phones can be blocked or unblocked by calling PTA's toll free number 0800-25625, sending email to or through CPLC, Karachi. After launch of the new system, these mediums will not be available for blocking or unblocking of phones.

How do I calculate FBR duty on mobile?

A. Dial *8484# to check mobile device count registered against your CNIC.