Revised Customs Tax on Used Smartphones in Pakistan Announced by FBR

A new set of customs duties has been imposed by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for the importation of Used Smartphones in Pakistan. Brands such as Samsung and Apple will be liable for this new set of customs duties. The driving force behind this new set of customs duties is to make all regulations for their imports uniform, ensure transparency, and reduce any form of understating in value, which has long been an issue in Used Mobile Phones.

Purpose and Rationale

The duties working on used smartphones serve many purposes. It protects the local market, regulates the importation, and discourages illegal or undervalued shipments. This is a source of revenue for the government to return and create support for technological development and consumer protection. And it ensures that importers have to go through proper documentation and legal ways, leaving less room for smuggling and fraud.

Revised Custom Tax Used Apple iPhones

Revised Custom Tax Used Samsung Phones

Impact on Consumers and Importers

For consumers, the new customs duty regulation offers clarity on the costs incurred when importing second-hand smartphones. This is because the new rule works to the advantage of importers and retailers since they are able to abide by standardized regulations. While high-end phones are charged customs duties based on their market value, the system promotes fair trade.