In 2018 the government of Pakistan decided to register cell phones to overcome security issues and terrorist activities. Per PTA policy, if PTA does not approve your mobile phone, it will stop working after 60 days. After 60 days, your mobile will not receive signals, and other services will not work on your mobile.
If you don’t know how to register your mobile phone easily, this post will guide you with all PTA registration information.
How to Register Mobile from PTA? (Stepwise Guide)
Here, we will tell you the step-by-step procedure to register your mobile phone from PTA in different ways.
Method #1: Registration Via Code:
Step #1: Open Dialer:
First of all, open your mobile dialer and dial the code that is allotted for registration for PTA. Dial *8484# from your mobile phone. Make sure the sim you will use for your transferable registration will be on the same ID card number you will use for registration.
Step #2: Follow the Instructions:
As you dial the code, the menu with different options will be open. Reply with 1 for mobile registration and choose your status with 1 and 2 for local and foreigner (overseas) registration, respectively.
Step #3: Enter Identity:
The next step is to provide your ID card or passport number in case you are overseas Pakistani. Choose the sim slot, e.g. sim one or two.
Step #3: Enter IMEI:
IMEI numbers are the unique device numbers uniquely allotted to every mobile phone. In a smartphone, the number will be in the “About Phone” section, and on other mobiles, it will be there on your mobile backside below the battery. Choose IMEI type for single, double, etc.
Step #4: Confirm Details:
After entering the complete details of your phone and identity, confirm your details with a reply with 1 to complete the process. After that, you will receive a message from 8484 for further processing. If your details are wrong, you must follow the above operation again.
Method #2: Registration via DIRBS:
Step #1: Browse DIRBS:
Open your browser on your device and browse https://dirbs.pta.gov.pk, the official PTA page for completing the online registration process. This site is helpful for overseas citizens.
Step #2: Log in to the account:
For DIRBS, you need to log in to your account. If you don’t have your report, create your account by providing details to easily complete your phone registration.
Step #3: Choose an option:
As you login to your account on DIRBS, choose the option with the tab “Individual COC.” This is the first step for applying for registration of your phone. As you click on apply for COC, provide your IMEI and contact number on the next step.
Step #4: Confirmation:
As you follow and apply according to the above process, you will receive a message shortly from PTA with details about tax. The message will contain the total amount you have to pay for your device registration, and it can be paid through banks or the Sohni Dharti app launched specially for overseas Pakistanis.
How to Check IMEI Number of Phone?
IMEI is the unique 15-digit number that uniquely identifies every mobile phone device. Through this number, the mobile registration process is easy, and this number is also helpful for security purposes. There are a few ways to check your mobile phone IMEI number. Here, we will discuss all the methods to check your phone IMEI.
- The easiest method, or the quickest method, is to check by USSD code. Dial *#06* from your Android, and within a second, the pop window will appear on your phone containing all your IMEI numbers. This service is free, and no charges are applied.
- The second way to check your phone IMEI is available on your phone. Go to your “About Phone” section in your mobile settings section or folder, and you will see both numbers. There. Note down or take a screenshot so that you can use them later.
- The third method is your mobile box. The new mobile comes with complete packaging, and the IMEI numbers of the mobile are available on the box. If you have lost your phone box, you can use the above two ways to check IMEI.
FAQs
PTA stands for Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, the regulatory body responsible for managing telecommunication services in Pakistan.
Registering your mobile with PTA ensures that your device complies with local regulations, preventing fines, service disruption, or device blocking.
The tax PTA detects from mobile users depends on the device and the dollar’s rate. As you apply for registration and if all the details are correct, you will receive the message containing the amount you must pay for registration.
You can use your phone for up to 60 days without registration. After that period, your mobile will not be able to work, and no service will be available on it.
Final Words
This post will guide you on quickly registering your mobile phone in Pakistan with PTA. If you are a foreigner or local user, you can register your phone from PTA following the earlier methods. This information will be helpful for you. Thanks for visiting.
