PTA Mobile Tax & DIRBS Status Calculator (2026)
Calculate exact Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) mobile customs duty on Passport vs CNIC registration. Verify device IMEI across 248,000+ GSMA records and check DIRBS 8484 compliance.
🇵🇰 Pakistan Mobile Import & DIRBS Quick Facts (2026)
Method A: Instant IMEI Lookup
Enter any 14 or 15-digit IMEI to detect phone model, factory TAC data, and calculate exact FBR tax slabs.
Method B: Manual USD Value
Select device launch price in US Dollars ($ USD) to calculate duty components instantly.
Official FBR Mobile Tax Slabs (2026 Valuation Schedule)
Federal Board of Revenue statutory customs tariffs based on Cost & Freight (C&F) USD values.
| Slab Tier | C&F Value Range (USD) | Passport Duty (PKR) | CNIC Duty (PKR) | Statutory Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab 1 | Up to $30 | Rs 1,230 | Rs 1,430 | Fixed Customs Duty + ICT Mobile Levy |
| Slab 2 | $31 – $100 | Rs 6,400 | Rs 7,850 | Fixed Duty + Advance Income Tax |
| Slab 3 | $101 – $200 | Rs 17,280 | Rs 20,030 | Regulatory Duty + Sales Tax Tier 1 |
| Slab 4 | $201 – $350 | Rs 23,800 + 17% C&F Value | Rs 24,770 + 17% C&F Value | Fixed Duty + 17% General Sales Tax (GST) |
| Slab 5 | $351 – $500 | Rs 34,000 + 17% C&F Value | Rs 39,000 + 17% C&F Value | High-End Duty + 17% General Sales Tax (GST) |
| Slab 6 | Above $500 | Rs 52,000 + 25% C&F Value | Rs 63,500 + 25% C&F Value | Luxury Flagship Slab (25% Luxury GST Tier) |
Popular Phone Models: Pre-Calculated PTA Taxes
Estimated FBR import taxes for widely used flagship and mid-range devices in Pakistan.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 15
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Google Pixel 9 Pro
OnePlus 12
Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro
Infinix Note 40
How to Generate PSID and Pay PTA Tax Online
Follow these 5 official steps to register your phone on PTA DIRBS and pay customs duties securely.
Get 15-Digit IMEI
Dial *#06# on your device dialer. Record all 15 digits of IMEI 1 (and IMEI 2 for dual SIM).
Verify via 8484
SMS your IMEI to 8484 or dial *8484# to inspect current DIRBS compliance status.
Login to PTA DRS
Access dirbs.pta.gov.pk/drs. Select registration type: Passport (travelers) or CNIC (locals).
Generate PSID
System generates an official 17-digit Payment Slip ID (PSID) with exact FBR customs amount.
Pay Online via 1Link
Pay via banking apps, ATM, JazzCash, Easypaisa, or NayaPay. Service unlocks within 24-48h.
Pakistan Mobile Telecom Legal Framework & Statutory Penalties
All mobile telecommunications operations, handset approvals, and tariff levies are governed by federal statutes.
Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) Act, 1996
No terminal equipment or telecommunication apparatus shall be connected to a public switched network or imported into Pakistan without prior Type Approval granted by the Authority (PTA).
Importing, assembling, selling, or connecting unapproved radio telecommunications equipment carries legal penalties, seizure of apparatus, and statutory fines under federal law.
Customs Act, 1969 & FBR Statutory Regulatory Orders (S.R.O.)
Customs duty, regulatory duty, sales tax, and advance income tax on mobile handsets are levied based on C&F (Cost & Freight) USD slabs converted at prevailing interbank exchange rates.
International passengers arriving in Pakistan within 60 calendar days may register one personal mobile handset on their passport at reduced duty slabs.
PTA DIRBS Regulations 2018 & Cybercrime Law (PECA 2016)
Mandatory Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System. Unregistered handsets connected to any Pakistani mobile network are automatically blocked upon the expiry of 60 days.
Tampering with, altering, cloning, or spoofing device IMEI numbers (commonly marketed as CPID or Software Patch) constitutes electronic forgery and identity tampering, punishable with imprisonment of up to 3 to 7 years and substantial statutory fines.
Frequently Asked Questions (PTA Mobile Tax & DIRBS)
Clear answers to common questions regarding customs duties, passport discounts, and DIRBS regulations in Pakistan.
How much is the PTA tax on iPhone 16 Pro Max in Pakistan?
For the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (C&F value above $500), the 2026 PTA tax falls under FBR Slab 6 (25% luxury sales tax tier). The tax is approximately Rs 135,300 to Rs 142,500 on Passport registration, and approximately Rs 146,800 to Rs 168,000 on CNIC registration, depending on the USD interbank exchange rate and exact storage capacity.
What is the difference between PTA tax on Passport vs CNIC?
Passport registration is available for international travelers and overseas Pakistanis who have entered Pakistan with a valid entry stamp within the last 60 calendar days. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) offers lower fixed customs duty brackets on Passport compared to CNIC, providing savings of Rs 11,500 to Rs 25,500+ on flagship smartphones.
How can I check my mobile phone's PTA DIRBS status via SMS?
Open your phone dialer, dial *#06# to display your 15-digit IMEI number, then send that 15-digit IMEI via SMS to 8484 from any Pakistani SIM (Jazz, Zong, Telenor, or Ufone). You will receive an official instant SMS confirmation indicating whether the device is PTA Approved, Non-PTA, Blocked, or Stolen.
How many days can an unregistered phone work in Pakistan?
An unapproved or imported phone can operate on Pakistani cellular networks for up to 60 calendar days from the date a local SIM card is first inserted. If the FBR customs duty is not paid within this 60-day window, the PTA DIRBS system will automatically block the IMEI from accessing cellular services across all local telecom operators.
What is a CPID approved phone and is it legal in Pakistan?
CPID (Custom Protected ID) or software-patched devices are phones whose original factory IMEI has been illegally overwritten with an IMEI from an inexpensive PTA-approved phone. This practice is strictly illegal under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA 2016) for electronic forgery and IMEI tampering. Patched phones lose their network connectivity during factory resets or software updates, and buyers risk criminal seizure.
How do I pay PTA mobile tax online through PSID?
Visit the official PTA DIRBS web portal at dirbs.pta.gov.pk/drs, create an account, enter your passport or CNIC number along with your device IMEI(s), and generate an official 17-digit PSID (Payment Slip ID). You can pay this PSID through online banking apps, 1Link ATM, JazzCash, Easypaisa, or NayaPay. Cellular services are usually restored within 24 to 48 hours of payment.
Can overseas Pakistanis register their mobile phone duty-free in Pakistan?
No, the duty-free mobile allowance for overseas Pakistanis has been discontinued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). However, overseas Pakistanis holding an active international SIM can utilize temporary cellular roaming, or register on their passport with entry stamps within 60 days to avail of the discounted passport tax slab.
Which mobile network bands does PTA require for 4G LTE in Pakistan?
In Pakistan, Jazz, Zong, Telenor, and Ufone primarily deploy 4G LTE over Band 3 (1800 MHz), Band 1 (2100 MHz), Band 8 (900 MHz), and Band 28 (700 MHz). Devices verified through the PriceCR PTA calculator are checked for compatibility across all four national telecom operators.