Latest PTA Tax on Used Phones Pakistan 2026 Full Details

 

Latest Tax Rate Framework (2026)

While tax on used phones is fundamentally tied to customs values assigned by FBR (not PTA directly), these values form the base for calculating PTA/FBR duties and taxes:

Customs Values for Used Phones (Examples) — Fixed USD values for used models

• iPhone 15 Pro Max (used): $460

• iPhone 14 Pro (used): $290

• Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (used): $255

• Google Pixel 9: $150

• OnePlus 12: $184

These values are then used by FBR to calculate duties & taxes (often including regulatory duty, customs duty, and GST) depending on the import category (passport, CNIC, or commercial).

📌 Example Tax Bracket (Indicative Duty Slabs)
(As per recent duty frameworks used in Pakistan; actual amounts vary with IMEI & device value):

• Phones valued <= $30: ~Rs 1,500–3,200+

• $30–$100 range: ~Rs 3,000–9,580+

• $100–$200 range: ~Rs 5,500–12,200+

• $200–$350 range: ~Rs 10,000–17,800+

• Above $350: ~Rs 15,000–27,600+ (plus 17% sales tax on some slabs)

Note: Exact tax depends on IMEI, SIM count, passport vs CNIC category, and official dollar rate at filing.

Step-by-Step: How to Calculate & Pay Used Phone Tax

1. Check the phone’s model & IMEI – Use *Dial #06# to get IMEI.

2. Find the customs value – Refer to the updated FBR valuation list (e.g., used iPhone/Samsung values in USD).

3. Convert USD to PKR – Use the official exchange rate effective on date of registration.

4. Apply the correct duty slab – Based on value category (e.g., $200–$350 range attracts higher duty + GST).

5. *Generate PSID via 8484 / PTA CMS/DIRBS – PTA/FBR generates Payment Slip ID.

6. Pay taxes online or at designated banks – Use the PSID to pay duty/tax.

7. Submit receipt & register – Upload confirmation to PTA/DIRBS for network approval.