New PTA tax for Samsung Galaxy A13, A23, A33, A53 and A73

The tech giant Samsung is known for producing high-quality smartphones in all price segments (budget, mid-range and flagship). Samsung A series has impressed many users due to its quality features and affordable price. 

Most A-series phones come in the budget and mid-range categories. However, these phones still cost a lot in Pakistan. This is due to the recent increase in the import duty on smartphones by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). 

Many analysts blame low state bank reserves and a weakening currency as reasons for the tax hike. While we think this is a positive move for sellers who import phones in bulk, it doesn't seem right for ordinary users who import phones for personal use. 

Therefore, to give you a better idea, we will share the new PTA control on Samsung Galaxy A13, Galaxy A23, Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A53 5G and Galaxy A73 5G. 

MODEL	PTA Passport Tax (PKR)	PTA CNIC Tax (PKR)
Galaxy A13	17,280 PKR	20,031 PKR
Galaxy A23	17,280 PKR	20,031 PKR
Galaxy A33 5G	37,204 PKR	41,991 PKR
Galaxy A53 5G	38,420 PKR	43,329 PKR
Galaxy A73 5G	PKR 52,700	63,470 PKR

The tax is exorbitant for these smartphones. The PTA should come up with a new strategy and lower taxes on smartphones in this price range so that a normal citizen can afford a high-quality smartphone. You can also use our PTA tax calculator if you want to calculate PTA tax on any other smartphone.

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