iPhone 15 Pro Max new price in Pakistan and PTA tax

This year, Apple introduced its iPhone 15 series, promising improved performance and enhanced photography capabilities.

However, the premium price range has left some underwhelmed. Consumers are expressing concerns about the steep prices of this series, further exacerbated by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) tax, despite its claims of superior performance and cutting-edge camera technology.

A Glimpse of the New iPhone 15 Lineup

The iPhone 15 series offers a range of configurations to cater to various preferences and budgets. Below are the available models and their prices before PTA tax:

• iPhone 15
  • 128 GB: PKR 236,000
  • 256 GB: PKR 265,500
  • 512 GB: PKR 324,600
• iPhone 15 Plus
  • 128 GB: PKR 265,500
  • 256 GB: PKR 295,000
  • 512 GB: PKR 354,000
• iPhone 15 Pro
  • 128 GB: PKR 295,000
  • 256 GB: PKR 324,600
  • 512 GB: PKR 383,700
• iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • 128 GB: PKR 354,100
  • 256 GB: PKR 383,700
  • 512 GB: PKR 442,700

Tax Implications on iPhone 15 Series Prices

The imposition of taxes significantly raises the cost of these high-end devices, dampening the enthusiasm for the iPhone 15 series. The tax rate varies depending on whether it is paid using a passport or a Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC). Here’s a breakdown of the tax for several iPhone 15 models:

iPhone 15

Passport: PKR 107,325

CNIC: PKR 130,700

iPhone 15 Plus

Passport: PKR 113,075

CNIC: PKR 137,000

iPhone 15 Pro

Passport: PKR 112,275

CNIC: PKR 147,150

iPhone 15 Pro Max

Passport: PKR 131,130

CNIC: PKR 156,900

The substantial impact of these high taxes on potential iPhone 15 buyers has made these devices even more elusive.