PTA List of Devices Exempt from Type Approval

Pakistan
Pakistan
, 2017-01-22
PTA exempts computers, Wi-Fi tablets, network equipment, non-SIM smartwatches, 13.56 MHz RFID/NFC devices, and GPS units from type approval requirements.
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a list of devices exempt from Type Approval:

  • Laptops/Desktops/Personal Computer (PC)

  • Tablet PC with Wi-Fi-only functionality (non-SIM based devices)

  • Networking Equipment (switches, firewalls, servers, storage devices)

  • Smart watches with Bluetooth/Wi-Fi functionality only (without SIM or tracking features)

  • 13.56 MHz RFID/Bluetooth/NFC devices

  • GPS-only devices

These devices do not require type approval or a non-objection certificate (NOC) from PTA and can be directly imported following customs procedures.

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