Calculate PTA tax for mobile phones based on official tax slabs
| C&F Value (USD) | Passport (PKR) | CNIC (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to $30 | Rs. 430 | Rs. 550 |
| $30 – $100 | Rs. 3,200 | Rs. 4,323 |
| $100 – $200 | Rs. 9,580 | Rs. 11,561 |
| $200 – $350 | Rs. 12,200 + 17% Sales Tax |
Rs. 14,661 + 17% Sales Tax |
| $350 – $500 | Rs. 17,800 + 17% Sales Tax |
Rs. 23,420 + 17% Sales Tax |
| Above $500 | Rs. 27,600 + 17% Sales Tax |
Rs. 37,007 + 17% Sales Tax |
PTA (Pakistan Telecommunication Authority) tax is levied on mobile phones that are not registered with PTA. This tax must be paid to use non-PTA approved phones on Pakistani networks.
You need either a Passport or CNIC to pay PTA tax. Passport holders generally pay lower taxes compared to CNIC holders for the same device.
Our calculator uses official PTA tax slabs and current exchange rates to provide accurate tax estimations for your mobile device.
Always verify tax amounts at www.pta.gov.pk before making any payments. This calculator is for estimation purposes only.
PTA tax is a regulatory duty imposed on mobile phones that are not approved by PTA. It ensures that all mobile devices used in Pakistan meet regulatory standards and helps prevent illegal device imports.
No, if you want to use a non-PTA approved phone on Pakistani mobile networks, you must pay the tax. Otherwise, the phone will only work on WiFi.
The PTA tax payment is a one-time payment for each device. Once paid, the device is permanently approved for use on Pakistani networks.
Passport holders generally pay lower taxes as it's assumed the device was purchased abroad. CNIC holders pay higher rates as it's considered a local purchase of an imported device.
This calculator uses official PTA tax slabs and current exchange rates. However, always verify with www.pta.gov.pk before making payments.