The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has updated tax rates for the iPhone 14 series, affecting users who register imported devices in Pakistan. The new taxes apply under the Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS), which requires all imported phones to be registered for local use.
According to the revised rates, the standard iPhone 14 now carries a tax of Rs30,321 when registered using a CNIC, while those registering through a passport will pay Rs27,860. For the iPhone 14 Pro, the tax has been set at Rs34,101 on CNIC and Rs31,640 on a passport.
The highest tax applies to the iPhone 14 Pro Max, with users required to pay Rs48,235 on CNIC registration and Rs42,615 on a passport. These taxes are based on valuation guidelines set by the Federal Board of Revenue, which determine duties on imported mobile devices.
Pakistan has one of the higher mobile import tax structures in the region, mainly to control the inflow of non-registered phones and support local tax collection. While officials say the system improves documentation and revenue, many consumers view the taxes as expensive, especially for premium smartphones.
Industry experts believe such taxes may influence buying trends, pushing users toward locally available or lower-priced devices in the market over time.
