‘PTA taxes’ up for Samsung Galaxy S23 series in Pakistan - New rates inside
“PTA taxes” for importing older and used mobile phones in Pakistan have increased for a few brands, including Samsung, OnePlus, Apple, and Google. This increase comes after the Federal Board of Revenue raised the custom values used to calculate taxes.
The overall trend shows that PTA taxes have gone up across all Samsung Galaxy S23 models. Whether registering on CNIC or passport, users now have to pay noticeably higher amounts than before.
For Samsung Galaxy S23, CNIC tax increased from Rs19,200 to Rs29,100 while passport tax rose from Rs17,240 to Rs26,600. This means users are now paying around Rs9,000 to Rs10,000 more than earlier.
For Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, CNIC tax jumped from Rs20,200 to Rs29,570 and passport tax increased from Rs18,200 to Rs27,100. This model also saw a strong rise of nearly Rs9,000 in overall taxes.
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For Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, CNIC tax increased from Rs29,300 to Rs31,830 while passport tax went from Rs26,850 to Rs29,370. The increase here is smaller compared to other models, around Rs2,500 to Rs3,000.
All models saw an increase in taxes and none experienced any reduction. CNIC-based taxes remain higher than passport-based taxes in both old and new rates.
Along with taxes, custom values have also increased significantly for all models. This change has directly impacted the final cost of importing these smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S23 custom value increased from $140 to $250, showing a sharp rise of $110. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus value moved from $160 to $260, while Ultra increased from $255 to $305.
The highest jump in custom value is seen in the base S23 model, while the lowest increase is for the Ultra variant. Base and Plus models faced steeper increases compared to the Ultra version.
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These new changes clearly show that importing and registering Samsung Galaxy S23 devices has become more expensive. Users who registered earlier saved a noticeable amount compared to current rates.
Prices are rising fast and making smartphones harder to afford. Buyers may delay purchases or look for cheaper options now.
In April 2026, PTA taxes increased significantly across all Samsung Galaxy S23 models. Whether registering on CNIC or passport, the new taxes are noticeably higher than the January 2026 rates.
Samsung Galaxy S23
CNIC tax increased from Rs 19,200 to Rs 29,100
Passport tax increased from Rs 17,240 to Rs 26,600
This shows an increase of around Rs9,000 to Rs10,000.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
CNIC tax increased from Rs 20,200 to Rs 29,570
Passport tax increased from Rs 18,200 to Rs 27,100
This model also saw a rise of approximately Rs 9,000.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
CNIC tax increased from Rs 29,300 to Rs 31,830
Passport tax increased from Rs 26,850 to Rs 29,370
The increase here is smaller, about Rs 2,500 to Rs 3,000.
Key comparison points
Taxes have increased for all models; none saw a decrease
The highest increases are for the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus
The lowest increase is for the Galaxy S23 Ultra
CNIC-based taxes remain higher than passport-based taxes in both old and new rates
The revised PTA taxes have made registering Samsung Galaxy S23 devices in Pakistan much more expensive, especially for the base and Plus variants. Users who registered their phones earlier in January 2026 saved a significant amount compared to the new April 2026 rates.
Samsung Galaxy S23
Custom value increased from $140 to $250
This is a sharp rise of $110, showing a major jump in assessed value.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Custom value increased from $160 to $260
This reflects an increase of $100, also a significant change.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Custom value increased from $255 to $305
The increase here is $50, which is smaller compared to the other two models.
Key comparison points
All models experienced an increase in custom value
The highest increase is seen in the Galaxy S23
The lowest increase is for the Galaxy S23 Ultra
Base and Plus variants faced much steeper jumps than the Ultra model
The revised custom values in April 2026 indicate that authorities are now assigning a higher worth to Samsung Galaxy S23 devices. This directly impacts the overall cost of importing and registering these phones in Pakistan, making them more expensive for users.
