Latest PTA Tax on Top Phones in Pakistan (2026): iPhone 17, Galaxy S25, Pixel 10 & More
Up-to-date 2026 PTA tax on the top phones in Pakistan — iPhone 17, 16 and 15, Samsung Galaxy S25, S24 and S23, and Google Pixel 10 and 9 — with passport vs CNIC rates and what it means for buying used.
NoSiappa · 2026-06-25 · 4 min read
If you're buying a phone in Pakistan in 2026, PTA tax can add tens of thousands of rupees to the real cost. A non-PTA phone looks cheaper on the sticker — but if you want to keep using it on a local SIM, you'll eventually pay to register it. Here's the latest 2026 PTA tax on the top models, plus exactly how it works.
These are approximate 2026 figures. PTA/FBR tax is calculated on a USD customs value, so it moves with the dollar and with FBR rulings. Always confirm the live amount by SMSing your IMEI to 8484 or checking dirbs.pta.gov.pk before you buy.
How PTA tax actually works
When you import a phone, the FBR assigns it a customs value in US dollars, then stacks several charges on top:
- Customs duty — a percentage of that USD value
- Regulatory duty — 0–25%, higher for pricier tiers
- Sales tax — 18%
- Withholding / income tax — varies with filer status
Two things decide your final bill:
- Passport vs CNIC. Passport registration (overseas Pakistanis / travellers, within 30 days of arrival) is cheaper. CNIC registration (open to residents, up to 60 days) is higher.
- New vs used. Used and refurbished models are valued lower — so they're taxed lower (more on that below).
Register within the window (30 days passport / 60 days CNIC) or the phone gets network-blocked.
2026 update: no relief on new phones, a cut on used
The Budget 2026‑27 left mobile taxes untouched — premium imported phones still carry a tax burden of up to ~55%. But in January 2026 the FBR issued Valuation Ruling 2035/2026, cutting the customs values of 60+ used/refurbished models by 15–30% (and more on some). Good news if you're buying used.
iPhone PTA tax 2026 (iPhone 17, 16, 15)
New-device registration tax, approximate PKR:
| Model | Passport | CNIC |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 | 128,766 | 154,293 |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 193,454 | 210,317 |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 182,710 | 213,631 |
| iPhone 16 | 120,066 | 144,723 |
| iPhone 16 Pro | 137,467 | 163,864 |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | 154,868 | 183,005 |
| iPhone 15 | 111,000 | 134,750 |
| iPhone 15 Pro Max | 148,500 | 176,000 |
A used iPhone 15 is far cheaper to register after the 2026 valuation cut — around Rs 31,640 (passport) / Rs 34,101 (CNIC) — versus the new figures above.
Samsung Galaxy PTA tax 2026 (S25, S24, S23)
New-device registration tax, approximate PKR:
| Model | Passport | CNIC |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 | 99,499 | 120,899 |
| Galaxy S25+ | 96,999 | 118,500 |
| Galaxy S25 Ultra | 159,500 | 188,450 |
| Galaxy S24 Ultra | 145,000 | 175,000 |
The Galaxy S23 series is now mostly bought used, and it benefited most from the 2026 cut: a used S23 Ultra has been registering for roughly Rs 26,852 (passport) / Rs 29,313 (CNIC) — though FBR nudged its value up again later in 2026, so check the live figure.
Google Pixel PTA tax 2026 (Pixel 10, Pixel 9)
New-device registration tax, approximate PKR:
| Model | Passport | CNIC |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 10 | 81,500 | 102,000 |
| Pixel 10 Pro | 158,789 | 196,312 |
| Pixel 10 Pro XL | 179,710 | 205,641 |
The Pixel 9 series is taxed on lower used FBR values (Pixel 9 ≈ $215, 9 Pro ≈ $290, 9 Pro XL ≈ $348), so registration lands well below the Pixel 10 — verify the exact amount on 8484 for the specific variant.
What this means when you buy used
The big takeaway: a PTA-approved used phone has the tax already paid. A non-PTA phone is cheaper up front, but add the table above to its price to see the real cost of keeping it on a local network.
- Buying PTA-approved? Nothing more to pay — it just works.
- Buying non-PTA? It's a fair deal only if (asking price + PTA tax) still beats a compliant unit. It's a problem only when a seller hides the status.
Check any phone free in seconds: dial *#06# for the IMEI, then run it through the free NoSiappa IMEI check or SMS 8484. For the full picture, read PTA approval explained and is a non‑PTA phone worth it?.
On NoSiappa, the status is never hidden
Every listing shows a clear PTA status badge, every device is IMEI‑verified before it goes live and re‑checked before the seller is paid, and non‑PTA listings carry a plain warning so the price makes sense. No surprises, and if a phone isn't as described you're refunded.
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Tax figures are approximate 2026 estimates compiled from PTA/FBR valuations and Pakistani tech outlets; they change with the USD rate and FBR rulings. Always verify the current amount on dirbs.pta.gov.pk or via 8484 before purchase.
Frequently asked
- How much is PTA tax on the iPhone 17 in 2026?
- As a new device, the iPhone 17 is roughly Rs 128,766 on passport and Rs 154,293 on CNIC; the iPhone 17 Pro Max is about Rs 182,710 (passport) and Rs 213,631 (CNIC). Figures are USD-valuation based and change — verify on *8484# or dirbs.pta.gov.pk.
- Why is PTA tax lower on a passport than on a CNIC?
- Passport registration is meant for overseas Pakistanis and travellers (one device, within 30 days of arrival, FIA-verified travel) and carries a lower rate. CNIC registration is open to residents and is taxed higher, with up to 60 days to register.
- Do used phones have lower PTA tax?
- Often yes. In January 2026 the FBR cut the customs values of dozens of used and refurbished models (Valuation Ruling 2035/2026), so registering an older used phone like an iPhone 15 or Galaxy S23 costs far less than a new flagship.
- If I buy a PTA-approved phone, do I still pay PTA tax?
- No. A PTA-approved (compliant) phone is already registered and the tax is paid — that's the whole point. You only owe PTA tax on a non-PTA phone you want to keep on local networks long-term.