Pakistan has officially allowed the commercial import of used vehicles, introducing fresh regulations and duties aimed at balancing consumer demand, environmental standards, and protection of local industry.
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Pakistan greenlights import of used vehicles, adds RD
Islamabad, September 24, 2025 – In a significant policy shift, Pakistan has formally allowed the commercial import of used vehicles, while simultaneously introducing stricter regulatory measures and additional duties to ensure compliance with international standards.
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Car imports fall 40% in June 2025 amid anticipated ban lift
Islamabad, July 21, 2025 – Car imports into Pakistan witnessed a sharp decline of 40% in June 2025 on a Year-on-Year (YoY) basis, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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Car imports to spur local industry, boost quality standards: SAPM
Islamabad, June 24, 2025 – Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, has emphasized that the liberalization of car imports will play a crucial role in compelling local auto manufacturers to elevate their quality standards.
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Car dealers welcome allowing commercial import of vehicles
Islamabad, June 24, 2025 – Car dealers across Pakistan have lauded the government’s decision to permit the commercial import of vehicles, marking a positive shift in the country’s import policy framework.
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Pakistan opens doors to import of five-year-old used vehicles
Islamabad, June 21, 2025 – In a major policy shift, Pakistan is set to open its borders for the commercial import of five-year-old used and old vehicles starting from September 1, 2025, aiming to liberalize the auto market and boost customs revenue.
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Pakistan, IMF agree: No ban on commercial import of used vehicles
Karachi, May 19, 2025 – In a major policy shift aligned with International Monetary Fund (IMF) reforms, Pakistan is set to fully lift the ban on the commercial import of used vehicles.
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Pakistan may relax age limit on used cars import in budget 2025-26
Pakistan is reportedly considering a major policy shift by extending the age limit for the import of old and used cars from the current three years to five years.
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Pakistan’s Imports of CBU Vehicles Surge by 17.50% in 8MFY25
Karachi, March 23, 2025 – Pakistan has witnessed a significant rise in the imports of completely built unit (CBU) vehicles, with a 17.50% surge during the first eight months (July–February) of the fiscal year 2024-25 compared to the same period last year.
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Pakistan Imports Cars Worth $48 Million in 2MFY25; Jumps 53%
Karachi, September 17, 2024 – Pakistan has witnessed a significant surge in car imports during the first two months of the fiscal year 2024-25, with total imports valued at $48 million.
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