Google stepped into the world of smartphones some years ago now. With more Pixel models coming to the global market, users are loving the new models every bit. If we talk about the market in Pakistan, Google smartphones are not officially launched or sold here. This means that any one who wishes to buy Pixel phones in Pakistan, they will have to get it through a friend or family member coming from abroad. While this can work out really well for Pixel lovers, it is important to mention that such users will have to pay a tax for legally using Pixel devices in Pakistan. In this article, we have gathered all the details about Google Pixel 5 PTA tax amount. By the end of the article, you will be able to find out the tax information about all the Google Pixel 5 variants.
Google Pixel 5 PTA Tax
Listed below are the PTA taxes for all the variants of Google Pixel 5.
Google Pixel 5
Tax on Passport = PKR 36870 + 17% Sales Tax Ad Valorem
Tax on ID Card = PKR 37007 + 17% Sales Tax Ad Valorem
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Tax on Passport = PKR 36870 + 17% Sales Tax Ad Valorem
Tax on ID Card = PKR 37007 + 17% Sales Tax Ad Valorem
Importance of PTA Registration
Over the past couple of decades, there was no practical concept of online database of mobile devices across the country. As a result, a lot of mobile phones were used in illegal activities around Pakistan. The situation got worse when mobile devices were used in terrorist activities. However, upon tracing, none of the illegally used devices could be found or traced.
To overcome this issue, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) came to action and made it mandatory for mobile devices to be registered in the online database of PTA. This way, the IMEI of devices remain in the official record of the state and can be tracked any time. Before you register your Google Pixel 5 with PTA, you may need to perform the PTA IMEI check on your device. By paying your Google Pixel 5 PTA tax, you can use your new device anywhere in Pakistan without landing into any trouble.
Key Takeaways:
What is the PTA tax of Google Pixel 5?
The PTA tax for Pixel 5 is PKR 36870 + 17% Sales Tax Ad Valorem (on Passport) and PKR 37007 + 17% Sales Tax Ad Valorem (on ID Card).