ISLAMABAD – Starting October 1, 2025, Pakistanis will be able to bring in cars and other vehicles that are more than five years old — a major shift made to meet one of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) demands.
The Ministry of Commerce confirmed this in Notification No. 1895, which officially permits the commercial import of older vehicles under specific Pakistan Customs Tariff (PCT) codes.
Which Cars Are Allowed?
The codes cover a range of vehicles:
- Sedan cars (PCT 8703)
- Light commercial vehicles and vans (PCT 8704)
- Other types of vehicles, including motorcycles (PCT 8711)
This means buyers and businesses can now legally import used cars, vans, and bikes, but only through official banking channels as required by the Import Policy Order.
What Will It Cost?
The government isn’t letting these cars in without extra charges. A 40% regulatory duty will be applied on vehicles older than five years. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is also preparing a separate notification to explain the duty process in detail.
It won’t be a free-for-all. The Engineering Development Board (EDB) has placed strict conditions. Only vehicles that meet international standards for safety, environment, quality, and testing will be allowed into Pakistan.
This move is expected to shake up the auto market, giving buyers more options while also keeping local carmakers on edge.
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