iPhone 17 Series Officially Arrives in Pakistan - See How Much It Costs
Key Takeaways
- The iPhone 17 series officially went on sale in Pakistan.
- Mercantile is the sole authorized Apple distributor handling the sales.
- All models, including the new iPhone Air, have mandatory PTA approval for network compatibility and warranty.
- Pakistani prices are substantially higher than US prices due to taxes and import duties.
- Official purchase guarantees after-sales support, avoiding grey-market risks.
The highly anticipated iPhone 17 series has officially commenced sales across Pakistan, distributed exclusively by Mercantile, the country's only Apple-authorized partner. The lineup encompasses the standard iPhone 17, the 17 Pro, the 17 Pro Max, and the introduction of the ultra-thin iPhone Air, with detailed pricing provided for various storage configurations. A key feature of this official launch is that all devices possess full Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) approval, ensuring customers receive legitimate network access and full warranty coverage. This official availability is positioned as a safer alternative to grey-market imports, which often lack proper warranty and face network restrictions. However, the local prices reflect considerable increases over US launch prices, driven up by high import duties, taxes, and mandatory PTA registration costs. For instance, the base iPhone 17 Pro Max is priced locally at PKR 565,000, significantly higher than its US dollar equivalent.
