The iPhone 17 will be the latest generation of Apple’s iconic smartphone, and it will come in four different variants: the iPhone 17, the iPhone 17 Plus, the iPhone 17 Pro, and the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Each model offers different features and specifications but has a hefty price tag. Taxes are added to the price of these devices in Pakistan, which can make them even more expensive for people to buy.
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Tax
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) taxes all mobile phones brought into Pakistan. The tax is based on the value of the device, ranging from 10% to 50% of the device’s value. For the iPhone 17, the PTA tax will be 50% of the device’s value, which can add significantly to the overall price.
Below is a table that shows how much PTA tax each version of the iPhone 17 costs in Pakistan:
Apple iPhone 17 All Variants PTA Tax | ||
Apple iPhone Variant | Overall Tax | PTA Tax in Pakistan (in PKR) |
| iPhone 17 | 82% | To be announced |
| iPhone 17 Plus | 82% | To be announced |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 82% | To be announced |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 82% | To be announced |
Customs Duty
In addition to the PTA tax, customs duty is imposed on all imported goods, including mobile devices. The customs duty for mobile phones is currently at 15%. This means that a total tax of 65% is put on an iPhone 17 in Pakistan.
Sales Tax
All goods and services, including cell phones, in Pakistan, are also subject to a sales tax, which the government sets. The sales tax rate for mobile phones is currently 17%. This means that an iPhone 17 in Pakistan is taxed at a total of 82%.
Additional Taxes
Other taxes, like the federal excise duty (FED) and the provincial sales tax (PST), are also put on mobile phones in Pakistan. The FED is currently set at 1%, and the PST varies from province to province. These taxes can add 2% to the overall price of an iPhone 17 device in Pakistan.
Effect on Price
The taxes imposed on mobile devices in Pakistan can significantly affect the device’s price. For example, the iPhone 17 with 128 GB of storage starts at $1099 in the US, but with the taxes imposed in Pakistan, the price can increase to over PKR 420,999. This can make it hard for many people to buy the most recent iPhone 17 models.
iPhone 17 PTA Tax in Pakistan:
Apple iPhone Variant | Overall Tax | PTA Tax in Pakistan (in PKR) |
| iPhone 17 | 82% | To be announced |
iPhone 17 Plus PTA Tax in Pakistan:
Apple iPhone Variant | Overall Tax | PTA Tax in Pakistan (in PKR) |
| iPhone 17 Plus | 82% | To be announced |
iPhone 17 Pro PTA Tax in Pakistan:
Apple iPhone Variant | Overall Tax | PTA Tax in Pakistan (in PKR) |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 82% | To be announced |
iPhone 17 Pro Max PTA Tax in Pakistan:
Apple iPhone Variant | Overall Tax | PTA Tax in Pakistan (in PKR) |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 82% | To be announced |
Note
It is important to note that taxes are subject to change and may vary depending on the current tax laws in Pakistan. Also, the prices listed here for the different kinds of iPhone 17 are based on US prices, and the taxes are close estimates based on the tax laws in place right now.
Conclusion
The iPhone 17 is a powerful and advanced smartphone, but many people in Pakistan might not buy it because of its high price. Taxes from the PTA, customs, and the government can add a lot to the device’s price, making it even more expensive. The government needs these taxes to bring in money, but when setting the tax rates, they need to consider how much the average person can pay.
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