#type approval

In Pakistan mostly people tend to bring the telecommunication devices from abroad for various purposes. Usage of such telecommunication devices will be possible only if they will get the approval from Pakistan telecommunication authority PTA. The only organization which allows such devices to be operates in Pakistan. After getting the Pakistan telecommunication authority NOC from the same organization the person will be able to operate the SIM functionality as well. Now the process of getting NOC from Pakistan telecommunication authority is all done by the user who will bring or import such devices to Pakistan. After completing all the procedures regarding this purpose the person will get the NOC.

Automation of getting Pakistan telecommunication authority NOC for telecom devices in Pakistan:

Since the government is now making proper measures to get the NOC for import devices directly after being delivered in Pakistan. However this procedure is still under process but for now, buyers and senders will be responsible for arranging NOC from PTA which is not possible and easy to get. As Pakistan telecommunication authority PTA has not defined the easiest way to get NOC for smartphones and other telecom devices as well.

Pakistan telecommunication authority PTA has also not allowed the import of all devices from a foreign state. If in case, they will be imported but the usage will be still blocked by the PTA. Here is the list of following devices that requires Pakistan telecommunication authority NOC before being used in Pakistan:

·         Tablets and iPads

·         All smartphones

·         Cordless phones

·         Corded phones

·         Feature phones

·         Fax modems

·         Data modems

·         Encryption devices

·         WiFi routers

·         WiMAX CPE’s

·         3G/4G USB dongles

·         Bluetooth devices

·         PBAX/IP PBAX

·         Two way wireless radio devices

·         Vehicle security devices

·         Vehicle tracking system

In case a person ordered a phone or device which is already mentioned in the type approval list of Pakistan telecommunication authority then it will be approved and get delivered to your respective address. But if the device is not being listed in the type approval list then such item will never come to your doorstep and it would be impossible for you to get that device in the future.

The trend of importing such telecom devices is at its peak. This will always affect the economy of our country. Pakistan telecommunication authority is now making proper steps and strictness to get any device from a foreign country.

Those who are placing an online order for any telecom device, make sure to check the type approval list first from the Pakistan telecommunication authority PTA official website. After checking the status of such a device then makes the order confirm. The next procedure is to get the NOC from Pakistan telecommunication authority PTA which is not so easy to get.

The procedure may take some time but this is mandatory for every individual to get it and then enjoy the facilities and operations of a particular device.

USCG BWMS Type Approval Status update - March 2018

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