When it comes to elegant and premium mobile phones, the Apple iPhone is the most talked-about smartphone in Pakistan. Every year, Apple releases a new Apple model in the market, also with improved performance, processor, and stunning design. However, in 2025, the biggest concern is buying a high-priced Apple phone. The iPhone is compared with other mobile phones in Pakistan. Let’s get into it.
1. Import Duties and Taxes
The main reason for the high prices of iPhones in Pakistan is the import duty and taxes charged by the government. iPhone is not manufactured in Pakistan; they have to be imported from outside the country. The government charges import charges, sales tax, and PTA taxes. That is why the price is high in Pakistan.
2. PTA Approval and Registration
Another fact of the PTA registration requirement. If you buy an iPhone from abroad, you can’t use it in Pakistan without paying the PTA Tax. So you have to pay taxes for all Apple mobiles. But on old models tax is not much higher, but on iPhone 15 15 and the upcoming Apple iPhone 17, the tax is a little bit higher.
3. Currency Exchange Rate
The price is a big game-changer in Pakistan. Apple iPhone is priced in USD, so when the dollar increases than the price of Apple increases automatically. In 2025, the exchange rate is the biggest challenge, making these premium mobiles even more costly.
4. Limited Official Availability
In Pakistan, there are no direct outlets of the Apple store. But in some countries, there are outlets for Apple mobiles. Hence, the apple was sold through the reseller and online. As we know, these resellers own their margins of profit. This is one of the reasons for the price increase.
5. Luxury and Status Symbol Factor
As we know, all of us want to get a new Apple model. Also, it is considered a status symbol. Many people also buy an iPhone because they want to get amazing pictures. iPhone pictures are nicer than other mobiles. So people are crazy to buy an Apple iPhone. And they are willing to pay a high price in taxes.
6. Global Price Trends
Not just in Pakistan, Apple iPhones are expensive everywhere. When Apple releases a new model, it adds new technology with amazing features and design. So we can compare the price globally. There is a huge trend of Apple worldwide.
7. Smuggling and Grey Market Issues
Apple is a brand and a more attractive mobile, but not more important than paying PTA taxes. If you are using an Apple with paying taxes, but the mobile is not useful for you as you want. This may also affect in price, but overall, iPhone mobiles are expensive.
Conclusion
The high prices of Apple phones are some of the reasons, like the tax and PTA registration, the limited availability, and unstable exchange rates. But no doubt the Apple iPhone is desired smartphone in the world because of its premium design and performance. Not everyone can afford this mobile due to its high price. If you are deciding to buy an Apple mobile, you should first check out the PTA taxes and other things.
But there is no less interest we saw in the people to buy an Apple phone as long as Apple shows the premium quality and good performance. Overall, the Apple iPhone is a good choice for you.