Free PTA Temporary Mobile Registration for Overseas Pakistanis (120 Days Guide)
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has implemented
tax on every mobile device Purchased from any other country or not registered
with PTA before. But there is good news for the Overseas / Non-Resident
Pakistani and foreign visitors can register one mobile phone in one year with PTA.
This Temporary registration will be valid for the 120 days. This lets overseas
or nonresident Pakistanis use their foreign phone without paying PTA tax during
your visit with a Pakistani SIM card.
In this Blog we will explain you how can you register the
foreign device in simple steps.
Who can use PTA 120-day free registration?
You can use this facility if you are:
An overseas Pakistani with passport or NICOP
A tourist or short-term visitor
Bringing only one phone per visit
Using a phone that is not already registered with PTA
How to register your foreign mobile with PTA (step-by-step)
Follow these easy steps:
Dial *#06# on your phone to get your IMEI number
Open this website: https://dirbs.pta.gov.pk/drs
Click on “Temporary Registration”
Enter your passport/NICOP details, arrival date, and IMEI number
Submit the form — it is completely free
Important things to know
Registration is valid for 120 days only
You cannot extend this time
After 120 days, the phone will stop working on Pakistani SIMs
To keep using it, you must pay PTA tax and register permanently
You can use this free option again on your next visit to Pakistan
Why PTA temporary registration is useful?
No PTA tax for short visits
Easy online process
Works with any Pakistani SIM
Best for overseas Pakistanis visiting family
Final words
If you are an overseas Pakistani visiting Pakistan for a short time, PTA’s free 120-day temporary mobile registration is the easiest way to stay connected.
No tax, simple steps, and your phone works right away.
