The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed a complete ban on importing goods in commercial quantities under the guise of personal use or gifts.
A notification has been issued regarding an amendment to the Baggage Rules 2006, aimed at curbing the misuse of the baggage scheme for financial gain.
Under the new regulations, any goods valued over $1,200 brought from abroad will now be considered commercial trade. These items will not be cleared, even if duties, taxes, or fines are paid, and will instead be confiscated.
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For mobile phones, passengers traveling to Pakistan will only be allowed to bring one phone for personal use. Any additional phones will be confiscated and will not be cleared under any circumstances.
The FBR stressed that these new rules are designed to prevent the import of commercial quantities of goods under the pretext of personal use or gifts.
The FBR has also stated that suggestions, opinions, or recommendations regarding further amendments to the Baggage Rules 2006 can be submitted within seven days. Any submissions made after the deadline will not be considered.
The bureau clarified that commercial quantities refer to goods brought in for financial gain, not for personal use or as gifts.
