How Much PTA Tax Will You Pay for Galaxy S25 Series in Pakistan?
News Desk
Islamabad: Samsung’s much-awaited Galaxy S25 series, including the S25, S25 Slim, and S25 Ultra, is gearing up for pre-bookings soon.
For users in Pakistan planning to import these premium smartphones, understanding the PTA tax structure is crucial to register the device and use it with local SIM cards.
Here is a detailed breakdown of the customs duties applicable for importing the Samsung Galaxy S25 series to Pakistan:
Samsung Galaxy S25
- On Passport: PKR 99,499
- On ID Card: PKR 120,899
- Samsung Galaxy S25+
- On Passport: PKR 96,999
- On ID Card: PKR 118,500
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- On Passport: PKR 159,500
- On ID Card: PKR 188,450
Registration Deadlines:
- For Passport: 30 days from the phone’s arrival.
- For ID Card: 60 days from the phone’s arrival.
If not registered within these timelines, the device will be locked and unable to function with local SIM cards until proper PTA registration is completed.
Tax Variations:
Customs duties may vary by 5-10 percent, so the listed prices are approximate and subject to slight fluctuations.
Tip:
To benefit from a potential discount, it’s advisable to register your phone within 30 days using your passport.
Why is PTA registration important?
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority(PTA) registration is mandatory to enable imported smartphones to work on local networks.
Unregistered phones will be blocked and unable to access cellular services in Pakistan under the DIRBS (Device Registration Blocking System) program.
