iPhone 15 PTA Tax in Pakistan – iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max

Planning to bring an Apple iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Plus to Pakistan from abroad, or having one couriered to your family? Before you can use it with any local SIM, you must register the device with PTA through DIRBS and pay the applicable PTA tax. Without completing registration within the allowed window, your iPhone 15 series phone will be blocked on all local networks. If you want to understand your options first, you can read about using an iPhone without paying PTA tax, though proper registration is always the recommended route.

Below is the complete iPhone 15 PTA tax breakdown for the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max — covering both CNIC and Passport registration.

iPhone 15 PTA Tax – All Models (CNIC & Passport)

Apple iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max PTA tax must be paid within 30 days if registering on Passport, and within 60 days if registering on CNIC. The FBR calculates the final customs value in real time using the live PKR/USD exchange rate on your payment date, so the amount at the DIRBS portal may vary slightly from these figures.

iPhone 15 & 15 Plus PTA Tax Explained

For most buyers, the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are the models of interest, since they carry a lower PTA tax than the Pro variants. The base iPhone 15 costs PKR 107,325 on Passport and PKR 130,708 on CNIC, while the larger iPhone 15 Plus is slightly higher at PKR 113,075 on Passport and PKR 137,033 on CNIC. The difference between the two comes down to their FBR customs value, which is tied to the device’s launch price. Passport registration is the cheaper route for both models, provided you qualify. If you’re specifically after the higher-end variants, we cover those separately in our detailed guide on the iPhone 15 Pro & Pro Max PTA tax.

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

When registering your iPhone 15 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 across every model. For instance, the base iPhone 15 saves you over PKR 23,000 when registered on Passport rather than CNIC.

To qualify for the Passport rate, you must start the process within 60 days of arriving in Pakistan. Once that window closes, only CNIC registration is available regardless of your travel status. 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 15?

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. Here is the complete step-by-step guide on Temporary Registration of mobile phones for Overseas Pakistanis and the full explanation of the 120-day registration mechanism.

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, full PTA registration on CNIC or Passport is the appropriate route.

How to Register Your iPhone 15 with PTA (Step by Step)

Registering your iPhone 15 is done entirely through the official DIRBS portal. Begin by visiting dirbs.pta.gov.pk and checking your device’s IMEI status — dial *#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.

Do not forget to also Register the Second SIM / Digital SIM on Your Latest iPhone — both SIM slots and the eSIM carry separate IMEI numbers that each need to be registered to avoid network issues later.

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

NOTE!

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

FBR has reduced the taxes quite a lot when compared to what they charged a few months back.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the iPhone 15 PTA tax in Pakistan?
The base iPhone 15 PTA tax is PKR 107,325 on Passport and PKR 130,708 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 15 Plus?
The iPhone 15 Plus PTA tax in Pakistan is PKR 113,075 on Passport and PKR 137,033 on CNIC. It is slightly higher than the base iPhone 15, reflecting its larger display and higher FBR customs value.

Can I register my iPhone 15 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.

How long do I have to pay iPhone 15 PTA tax after arriving in Pakistan?
You have 30 days to register on Passport and 60 days on CNIC. Once these deadlines pass, the device’s IMEI is flagged in DIRBS and all local SIM cards stop working on it until the tax is paid and registration is completed.

Do overseas Pakistanis have to pay PTA tax on iPhone 15?
Overseas Pakistanis visiting Pakistan can register their iPhone 15 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.