iPhone 13 PTA Tax in Pakistan – iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max

PTA Tax on Apple iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max in Pakistan

Planning to buy an iPhone 13 model abroad and bring it in for personal use in Pakistan? Before the device will work with any local SIM, it must be registered with PTA through DIRBS, and that means paying the applicable PTA tax. Below is the complete iPhone 13 PTA tax breakdown for the iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max, covering both CNIC and Passport registration.

iPhone 13 PTA Tax – All Models (CNIC & Passport)

The Apple iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max PTA tax must be paid to register the device with PTA so it can be used with a local SIM. Registration must be completed within 30 days if registering on Passport and within 60 days if registering on CNIC. The final amount is calculated at the DIRBS portal using the live PKR/USD exchange rate on the day of payment, so it may vary slightly from the figures above.

Disclaimer: Taxes are approximate and may vary from 5-10%, not more.

iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max PTA Tax

The iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max carry higher PTA taxes than the standard iPhone 13 and 13 Mini because of their higher FBR customs values. The iPhone 13 Pro costs PKR 105,658 on Passport and PKR 128,874 on CNIC, while the iPhone 13 Pro Max is the most expensive of the lineup at PKR 110,373 on Passport and PKR 137,873 on CNIC. For every model, Passport registration is the cheaper route provided you qualify, saving buyers a meaningful amount compared to CNIC registration.

CNIC vs Passport PTA Registration – What’s the Difference?

When registering your iPhone 13 series device, you have two options: CNIC registration or Passport registration. Passport registration is available to those who have recently travelled abroad or are overseas Pakistanis bringing a personal device home, and it carries a lower tax rate on every model. To qualify for the Passport rate, you must start the process within 60 days of arriving in Pakistan, and ideally within 30 days to lock in the lowest rate.

After that window closes, only CNIC registration remains available, regardless of your travel history. Pakistani residents who did not travel to bring the device typically register on CNIC. If you are unsure which applies to you, always verify at the official DIRBS portal at dirbs.pta.gov.pk before making any payment.

Do Overseas Pakistanis & Travelers Pay PTA Tax on iPhone 13?

No — international travelers and overseas Pakistanis are not required to pay the full PTA import tax during short visits. The DIRBS Temporary Mobile Registration system lets visitors register a personal phone free of charge for up to 120 days each time they enter Pakistan. This applies to foreign nationals and Pakistanis with overseas residency alike.

Once the 120-day period ends, the device is blocked on local networks until it is re-registered on the next visit. If you plan to stay in Pakistan permanently or keep the device here long-term, full PTA registration on CNIC or Passport is the appropriate route.

How to Register Your iPhone 13 with PTA (Step by Step)

Registering your iPhone 13 is handled entirely online through the official DIRBS portal — you no longer need to pay at a customs counter. Start by visiting dirbs.pta.gov.pk and checking your device’s IMEI status by dialing *#06# to find the IMEI. If it shows as unregistered, create an account or log in, choose your registration type (CNIC or Passport), and enter your identification details. The system generates a PSID showing the exact tax payable, which you can pay online via Easypaisa, JazzCash, or bank transfer. Registration is usually processed within 24 hours of confirmed payment, after which your local SIM will work normally on the device.

NOTE!

Do not forget to Register the Second SIM / Digital SIM on Your Latest iPhone or You might face issues in the future!

Want to know the import duties on other smartphones / mobile phones?

Apple iPhone 13 tax / exact customs duty is mentioned above to help you know the exact cost you’d incur to register the smartphone in Pakistan. For the full lineup across every Apple model, see our complete guide to the PTA tax on all iPhones.

TIP!

You might want to get it registered within 30 days on your passport to avail the lowest rate.

FBR has revised the taxes quite a lot when compared to the initial stages of the DIRBS program being launched.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the iPhone 13 PTA tax in Pakistan?
The base iPhone 13 PTA tax is PKR 90,880 on Passport and PKR 118,380 on CNIC. The final figure is confirmed at the DIRBS portal and may vary slightly with the PKR/USD exchange rate on the day of payment.

What is the PTA tax on iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max PTA tax in Pakistan is PKR 110,373 on Passport and PKR 137,873 on CNIC. It is the highest of the iPhone 13 lineup, reflecting its higher FBR customs value.

What is the PTA tax on iPhone 13 Mini?
The iPhone 13 Mini PTA tax is PKR 86,165 on Passport and PKR 107,432 on CNIC. It is the lowest in the iPhone 13 series, making it the most affordable of the four models to register.

Can I register my iPhone 13 on Passport instead of CNIC?
Yes. Passport registration offers a lower tax rate and is available to those who have recently travelled internationally or are overseas Pakistanis. It must be initiated within 60 days of arriving in Pakistan; after that, only CNIC registration is available.

Do overseas Pakistanis have to pay PTA tax on iPhone 13?
Overseas Pakistanis visiting Pakistan can register their iPhone 13 free of charge for up to 120 days per visit through the DIRBS Temporary Registration system. Full PTA import tax only applies if you intend to permanently keep the device in Pakistan beyond that window.