iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max Price in Pakistan 2026: PTA Tax, Specs and Should You Buy?
Official PTA-approved prices in Pakistan, PTA tax on imported phones, new features, and when the regular iPhone 18 is coming.
Last updated: 24 October 2026. Prices change often, so check with an authorised seller before buying.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max at a glance
Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on 9 September 2026, with sales starting 18 September. Key upgrades:
- A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process
- 48MP main camera with variable aperture
- Smaller Dynamic Island
- 256GB base storage, up to 2TB
- Pro Max: up to 45 hours of video playback
Official price in Pakistan (PTA approved)
| Model | Storage | Price (PKR) | |---|---|---| | iPhone 18 Pro | 256GB | Rs565,000 | | iPhone 18 Pro | 512GB | Rs649,999 | | iPhone 18 Pro | 1TB | Rs819,999 | | iPhone 18 Pro Max | 256GB | Rs605,000 | | iPhone 18 Pro Max | 2TB | Rs1,115,000 |
Official units come through Apple's authorised distributor, Mercantile, with PTA approval, a two-year warranty and a protection plan.
PTA tax on imported iPhones
Imported phones must be registered with PTA, and the tax can add Rs200,000 or more. Always check the exact amount on the PTA website using the IMEI before buying a non-PTA phone. A phone that isn't registered can lose network access.
US price vs Pakistan price
The Pro starts at $1,199 and the Pro Max at $1,299 in the US, which is $100 more than last year's models. In Pakistan, taxes and duties push the final price far above the dollar conversion.
What about the regular iPhone 18?
Reports say Apple is holding the standard iPhone 18 until spring 2027, possibly with an iPhone 18e. Rumored US pricing is $849–$899. Apple has not confirmed this.
Should you buy now or wait?
- Buy the Pro or Pro Max now if you want the best camera and battery and need a warranty in Pakistan.
- Wait for spring 2027 if you want a cheaper iPhone 18.
- Consider an iPhone 17 if your budget is tight, since prices usually drop after a new launch.
FAQs
Is the iPhone 18 available in Pakistan? The Pro and Pro Max are available officially. The regular iPhone 18 is not out yet.
Is the iPhone 18 Pro PTA approved? Official units from Mercantile are PTA approved.
Disclaimer: DevThread is not affiliated with Apple. Prices and specs are based on public reports and may change.
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