When you bring an Apple iPhone to Pakistan, you must understand the tax you must pay to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The tax amount varies depending on the iPhone model and how you register it.
Registration methods—whether via passport or CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)—also affect the tax amount. Depending on your registration method, you can register your device temporarily for up to 120 days.
Below is a table displaying the PTA tax for various iPhone models, from iPhone 5 to iPhone 17, when registered using a passport or CNIC:
| Models | PTA Tax (min-max) |
| Apple iPhone 5, 5c & 5s | 28,301 – 51,578 |
| Apple iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s & 6s Plus | 17,280 – 40,000 |
| Apple iPhone 7 & 7 Plus | 40,635 – 65,280 |
| Apple iPhone 8 & 8 Plus | 56,651 – 70,016 |
| Apple iPhone 9 & 9 Plus | 60,346 – 78,863 |
| iPhone X, XR, XS & XS Max | 72,671 – 112,871 |
| Apple iPhone 11, 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max | 67,308 – 119,196 |
| Apple iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max | 75,450 – 130,708 |
| iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max | 86,165 – 137,873 |
| Apple iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max | 107,325 – 156,893 |
| Apple iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max | 107,325 – 176,000 |
| Apple iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max | 107,325 – 176,000 |
| Apple iPhone 17, 17 Plus, 17 Pro & 17 Pro Max | 107,325 – 176,000 |
PTA Tax Details for Apple iPhone SE Series in Pakistan
The Apple iPhone SE series is also subject to PTA tax when imported to Pakistan. Below is a table displaying the PTA tax for various iPhone SE models when registered with a passport or CNIC:
| Models | PTA Tax (min-max) |
| Apple iPhone SE 3 | 44,570 – 58,157 |
| Apple iPhone SE 4 | 43,091 – 56,678 |
| Apple iPhone SE 5 | 62,811 – 76,398 |
| Apple iPhone SE Plus | 57,881 – 71,468 |
| Apple iPhone SE 2020 | 38,094 – 47,403 |
| Apple iPhone SE 2022 | 38,094 – 47,403 |
How to Register Your Apple iPhone Models with PTA
To ensure your Apple iPhone works properly on Pakistani networks, register it through the official PTA website or the DIRBS portal. The registration process is simple and helps activate your device in Pakistan.
Visit our comprehensive registration post for a step-by-step guide on registering your mobile phone for PTA tax. You can also use our PTA tax calculator for accurate tax information regarding your iPhone model.
Disclaimer
Please note that PTA tax rates are subject to change due to fluctuations in the dollar exchange rate and other regulatory updates. While we strive to keep the information as current as possible, we highly recommend verifying the latest tax details on the official PTA website.
