Government Introduces Installment Option for PTA Mobile Tax Payments
The National Assembly has approved a new provision in the Finance Bill 2026–27 allowing consumers to pay Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) taxes on imported mobile phones in installments.
The decision aims to reduce the upfront financial burden on individuals registering imported smartphones under the Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS).
Key Details of the Policy
Under the new law, individuals required to pay PTA taxes on imported mobile devices will be permitted to clear their dues in installments. The payment process will follow a procedure to be issued by the government.
However, the legislation specifies that all installments must be completed within the same financial year in which the mobile phone is imported.
Scope of the Facility
The installment option will apply to both new and used imported mobile phones. The policy is scheduled to take effect from July 1, 2026, after the implementation of the Finance Act 2026–27.
Next Steps
Authorities are expected to issue detailed guidelines outlining the payment mechanism, eligibility requirements and related procedures in the coming period.
The initiative is part of broader efforts to make tax compliance more manageable for consumers while maintaining regulatory oversight of imported mobile devices.
