The system for temporarily registering mobile devices for overseas Pakistanis and foreign nationals is now fully operational. This means that people traveling to Pakistan can use their cell phones for a specific period without any issues.
This Temporary Registration Facilitation allows tax-free registration of personal mobile phones for up to 3 months for visitors. In the recent update, the regulatory authority mentioned that overseas Pakistanis or foreign nationals can register their mobile phones for 120 days from their date of arrival in the country.
To avail of this service, individuals are advised to apply using their own credentials such as Passport, CNIC, or NICOP. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has provided the procedure for using the Temporary Registration Facilitation system through the DIRBS (Device Identification Registration and Blocking System).
If you want to register your mobile phone without paying PTA tax, you can follow the guide provided on dirbs.pta.gov.pk/drs
