PTA Tax Calculator Pakistan 2026 - CNIC and Passport Tax

The easiest way to check PTA tax on any mobile in Pakistan is to use the PTA Tax Check Calculator above — enter your device's 15-digit IMEI number and it instantly shows the exact CNIC and Passport registration tax from the official FBR database. Alternatively, visit dirbs.pta.gov.pk for a manual check. Your IMEI is found by dialing *#06# on your phone or in Settings > About Phone.

PTA tax is charged at two different rates. CNIC registration applies to all Pakistani residents and carries a higher tax rate — the standard method for most buyers. Passport registration is available for those with international travel history and saves anywhere from 1,300 PKR to over 5,400 PKR depending on the device. For example, a Pixel 9 Pro Fold saves over 11,000 PKR on Passport. Always use Passport registration if you qualify.

Send your 15-digit IMEI via SMS to 8484 — you will receive an instant reply confirming PTA status. Alternatively, visit dirbs.pta.gov.pk and enter the IMEI in the Device Verification System (DVS). A PTA-approved device shows as "Compliant" — any other status means the phone may be blocked on Pakistani networks. Always check before buying a second-hand mobile.

The PTA tax on iPhone 15 Pro Max varies by storage. As per the latest FBR database (2026), the CNIC registration tax for the 256GB variant is approximately 117,000–125,000 PKR, with higher amounts for 512GB and 1TB models. Passport registration saves around 5,000–7,000 PKR. Use the PTA Tax Check Calculator above with your exact IMEI for the live current figure — rates shift with USD/PKR movements.

DVS (Device Verification System) is PTA's official portal at dirbs.pta.gov.pk for checking device registration status. Enter a phone's IMEI and it checks against the DIRBS database maintained jointly by PTA and FBR. Results: Compliant (approved), Non-Compliant (will be blocked), or Stolen (flagged). DVS is free and the most reliable way to verify any phone before purchase.

Paying PTA tax online is a 5-step process:

1. Check your exact tax using the PTA Tax Calculator above
2. Visit dirbs.pta.gov.pk and log in with CNIC or Passport
3. Enter device IMEI and select registration type
4. Pay via internet banking, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, or debit/credit card
5. Receive SMS confirmation within 24–48 hours

Note: devices imported after the 60-day grace period may incur late registration surcharges.

FBR (Federal Board of Revenue) determines and collects the import duty (PTA tax) based on the device's CIF value in USD. DIRBS, operated by PTA, is the registration database tracking legally registered devices on Pakistani networks. Simple rule: FBR takes the money, DIRBS keeps the record. Both systems are integrated — a device cannot become PTA compliant without going through both. Payment on the e-FBR portal automatically updates DIRBS.

As of 2026, PTA tax cannot be paid in installments through the official FBR or DIRBS portal — the full amount must be paid in a single transaction. To reduce the upfront cost: (1) register on Passport instead of CNIC for a lower rate, (2) buy a locally PTA-approved device where tax is included in retail price, or (3) choose a lower-storage variant with a lower CIF value. Verify latest policy at pta.gov.pk as budget announcements can change this.