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style="color: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recently implemented Valuation Ruling No. 2035, marking one of the most significant shifts in mobile registration taxes in Pakistan's history. For those looking to import or register an iPhone in 2026, the news is overwhelmingly positive, especially for older and used models.
📱 2026 Tax Rates: The Stacked List (Jan Update)
Priority Data based on Valuation Ruling No. 2035. Note: Passport rates apply if registered within 60 days of arrival.
iPhone 16 Pro Max (Trending)
- CNIC Tax: Rs. 183,000
- Passport Tax: Rs. 154,900
iPhone 16
- CNIC Tax: Rs. 144,700
- Passport Tax: Rs. 120,100
iPhone 15 Pro Max (Massive Cut!)
- CNIC Tax: Rs. 50,604
- Passport Tax: Rs. 44,984
iPhone 13 Pro Max
- CNIC Tax: Rs. 137,900
- Passport Tax: Rs. 110,400
iPhone 11 Pro Max
- CNIC Tax: Rs. 119,200
- Passport Tax: Rs. 96,900
iPhone 11 (Lowest Historical Point)
- CNIC Tax: Rs. 86,700
- Passport Tax: Rs. 67,300
iPhone XS Max / XS
- XS Max CNIC: Rs. 112,900
- XS CNIC: Rs. 109,300
📉 Why did the PTA Taxes Change?
The Directorate General of Customs Valuation in Karachi issued Valuation Ruling No. 2035 to address the "commercial life cycle" of older smartphones. For the first time, the FBR has recognized that a used iPhone 12 or 13 should not be valued at its original launch price.
Key Changes:
- Lower Declared Values: The C&F value of older kits has been slashed by 32% to 81%.
- Customs Duty Reduction: As the dollar value of the phone drops in the FBR system, the percentage-based tax follows suit.
- Grey Market Regularization: These lower rates aim to encourage users to move away from "CPID" or "JV" patches and toward official PTA approval.
💳 How to Pay Your Tax (3-Step Guide)
- Generate PSID: Dial
*8484#on your phone or visit the DIRBS portal. You will need your IMEI number and your CNIC or Passport number. - Check your SMS: You will receive a 17-digit PSID code and the exact amount due.
- Pay via Mobile App: Open your Banking App (EasyPaisa, JazzCash, or any commercial bank), navigate to Bill Payments > FBR, and enter your PSID.
💡 Discussionspot Tips
- 120 Days Free: If you are an Overseas Pakistani, do not pay the tax immediately. You are entitled to 120 days of free SIM usage per visit through the "Temporary Registration" portal.
- JV vs PTA: Buying a "JV" (Joint Venture) iPhone is cheaper upfront but restricts you to Wi-Fi. With the new 2026 rates, registering an iPhone 11 or 12 officially is now more affordable than ever.
- Verification: Always use the PTA DVS app to check the status of a used phone before buying.