How To Activate a New PTA iPhone
What is PTA iPhone?
iPhone 15 (128 GB) is priced at PKR 236,000, with PTA Tax on Passport at Rs107,325 and on CNIC at Rs130,700. iPhone 15 Plus starts at PKR 265,500 for 128 GB, with a PTA Tax on Passport of Rs113,075 and on CNIC at Rs137,000.
How To Activate a New PTA iPhone
Mobile device can also be registered by dialing *8484# or visiting this link: https://dirbs.pta.gov.pk/drs/. All IMEI(s) (dual SIM) of mobile device must be registered. The public is advised to always buy PTA approved mobile devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the code for PTA approved mobile phone?
PTA IMEI Check – Code
8484 is the official code of PTA to check if your phone is approved or not. You have to send your IMEI number to 8484 and within a few minutes, you will be notified. Whether your cell phone is verified or not, the notification will tell you the details.
How do I verify my PTA mobile?
All you have to do is to write the IMEI of your cellphone and send it to 8484. This will initiate the process of PTA mobile registration online, according to PTA regulations.
How do I activate my IMEI number?
Activate through your carrier’s website.
The process is slightly different per carrier, but generally you will need to log in, select the line you are activating a device on, and then enter the IMEI number for the phone you are activating.
How much is PTA tax on iPhone?
However, for those who choose to purchase an iPhone 11 using their ID card, the taxation rates are even steeper: iPhone 11 with ID Card: The tax on an iPhone 11 with an ID card now reaches Rs86,689. iPhone 11 Pro with ID Card: The iPhone 11 Pro comes with a staggering tax of Rs115,148 when purchased with an ID card.
How do I approve PTA via SMS?
Send your IMEI as text message to 8484 to get status. Kindly ensure to both displayed IMEI’s are programmed in the device prior to use of said device, in case of both IMEI not belonging to same device, such devices are subject to blocking and legal action.
How do I activate my mobile on PTA?
Register your Mobile Phone through Mobile App
The third method to Register mobile phones is through PTA’s official application. The application only works for android phones. Install the App on your device, Open the App once installed, and then follow the simple instructions to enter your IMEI Number.
How can I verify my PTA by SMS?
Customer can send any SMS (including blank SMS) to 7751. In reply the system tells the customer if the number in use is BVS verified or not. Customer can send any SMS (including blank SMS) to 7750.
Can I activate a phone myself?
Although the specific steps vary from device to device, generally, you need to insert the SIM card, power on the device, and follow the on-screen prompts to set it up. If you are activating a new phone, you may also need to activate the SIM card with your carrier.
How do you know if your iPhone is original?
Check IMEI number
An original Apple iPhone model will always have an IMEI number. If there is no IMEI number, it is likely that the model is fake. To check the IMEI number of your device, go to Settings on your smartphone, tap on General and then go to About section. Here, scroll down to see the IMEI number.
How do I pay my PTA tax?
PTA Mobile Registration Tax can be easily paid online through direct bank transfer. You can also make payments through many famous mobile wallet services. ATMs and bank branches of all major commercial banks in Pakistan also accept payments of PTA mobile taxes.