FBR restricts travelers from bringing goods worth over $1,200 into Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued new regulations restricting travelers from bringing goods valued at more than $1,200 into Pakistan. The move aims to curb the misuse of the baggage scheme for importing commercial quantities under the guise of personal use or gifts.
According to the FBR notification:
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- Goods valued over $1,200: Items exceeding this value will be classified as commercial trade and confiscated. They will not be released, even if duties, taxes, or fines are paid.
- Mobile phones: Passengers may bring only one mobile phone for personal use. Additional phones will be seized and not cleared under any circumstances.
The FBR clarified that these rules are designed to prevent individuals from exploiting the baggage scheme for financial gain.
The FBR has proposed amendments to the Baggage Rules 2006 and invited stakeholders to provide feedback within seven days. Any recommendations submitted after this period will not be considered. If no significant changes are proposed, the new regulations will be enacted through a gazette notification.
The amendments seek to address concerns about the importation of commercial quantities of goods disguised as personal belongings. The FBR emphasized that the revised rules are essential to protect revenue and ensure compliance with customs laws.
Travellers attempting to bring items above the prescribed value will face confiscation, with no option to pay duties or fines to retrieve the goods. These measures are expected to deter individuals from bypassing regulations and importing goods for commercial purposes under the pretext of personal use or gifts.
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