The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has made it nearly impossible for Apple fans to get iPhones in the country by significantly raising the tax on the overall iPhone 13 series.
It is worth noting that the PTA approval costs for the iPhone 13 have been raised at a time when the iPhone 14 is likely to be released at the beginning of next month. However, it is unclear what prices the PTA will set for the approval of newer iPhones.
The following are the latest PTA approval rates for the iPhone 13 lineup:
Apple iPhone 13 Mini
Tax Payable:
Rs108,000 for passport holders
Rs132,000 for CNIC holders
Apple iPhone 13
Tax Payable:
Rs108,000 for passport holders
Rs132,000 for CNIC holders
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Tax Payable:
Rs108,000 for passport holders
Rs132,000 for CNIC holders.
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Tax Payable:
Rs108,000 for passport holders
Rs132,000 for CNIC holders
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These taxes must be paid within 30 days after importation if the phone is registered on a passport, and within 60 days if it is registered on the national identity card.
