IMEI Status & PTA Verification
Verify whether any mobile handset is officially PTA approved, running on temporary travel grace period, or blocked by customs authorities in Pakistan.
Dial *8484# from any Pakistani SIM (Jazz, Telenor, Zong, Ufone) to verify registration status.
Send your 15-digit IMEI as a text message to 8484 to receive the official PTA status.
Frequently Asked Questions
DIRBS COMPLIANCEQ. How do I find my phone's IMEI number?
Open your phone dialer and dial *#06#. A screen will instantly appear displaying your device 15-digit IMEI 1 (and IMEI 2 if dual SIM / eSIM). Alternatively, navigate to Settings > General > About (on iPhone) or Settings > About Phone (on Android).
Q. What does 'Grace Period' mean?
When a non-registered international phone enters Pakistan, the PTA DIRBS system grants a 60-day temporary connectivity window. If the required customs duty is not settled before the grace period elapses, the device will be blocked from connecting to local cellular towers.
Q. Are phones sold on resale.com.pk PTA approved?
Every verified physical plaza shop on resale.com.pk clearly marks each unit as either 'PTA Approved' or 'Non-PTA'. Our platform requires full disclosure so you never encounter unexpected network blocks.
Q. Can a blocked phone be unblocked later?
Yes. You can generate a PSID via the PTA DIRBS website or by dialing *8484#, pay the customs duty via online banking, ATM, or mobile wallets (Easypaisa/JazzCash). The IMEI unblocks automatically within 2 to 24 hours of payment.