The PTA (Pakistan Telecommunication Authority) has suspended the use of a large amount of unregistered mobile phones through the country.
Such action was applied to ensure that tax laws and mobile registration rules are followed.
The PTA asked to follow up for the appropriate device registration of all mobile devices before using the general public.
In an official statement, the authority emphasized that all consumers will have to register their mobile phones by paying the necessary taxes.
Electricity suggested that consumers check that all taxes have been paid before buying a new phone. The PTA said, “Consumers have to confirm the tax status of their mobile devices while purchasing.
The authority has also emphasized the need to register a mobile phone through the DIRBS system. The statement added that “users have to make sure that their mobile phones are registered under the DIRBS system.”
The DIRBS system is designed to discourage the use of imported or unannounced devices illegally.
Second, the PTA further warned that all taxes must be paid for users who are using unregistered phones within 60 days.
The PTA emphasized that it is the responsibility of the consumers to pay all payable charges in time to prevent the service from disrupting the service.
Failure to comply with mobile networks can cause a permanent obstruction of the device.
The PTA further advised the public to refrain from using unauthorized people for tax revenue.
Taxpayers should pay tax only through government -approved banks.
He advised mobile users not to be cautious and use for fraud.
PTA on tax
In addition, the PTA said that the tax on mobile phones is decided by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
The statement said that the PTA is responsible for the registration process only.
Consumers need to comply with FBR rules to comply with tax rules.
This is a initiative to control the use of a mobile device and prevent unregistered phones from being smuggled.
The authority still enforces policies in the telecom industry with the purpose of behavior and tax accordingly.
