Pakistan Vehicle Token Tax Guide 2026: Punjab, Sindh & FBR Customs
Understanding pakistan vehicle tax, car tax rates karachi, sindh motor vehicle tax, and federal customs duties is essential for car buyers, vehicle owners, and commercial fleet operators.
Vehicle taxation in Pakistan involves two distinct administrative levels: Provincial Excise & Taxation Departments (Punjab, Sindh, ICT, KPK, Balochistan) collecting annual token taxes and transfer fees, and Federal FBR collecting advance withholding taxes under Section 231B/234 and customs duties on vehicle imports.
1. Provincial Excise Department Systems & Portals
Provincial excise departments collect annual token tax through integrated online portals:
- Excise and Taxation Punjab (Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi): Payments handled via ePay Punjab app generating 17-digit PSID numbers for online mobile banking.
- Excise and Taxation Sindh (Karachi, Hyderabad): Online verification via MTMIS Sindh and payment via e-Payment GOS (
excise.gos.pk). - Excise and Taxation Islamabad (ICT): Online token tax payments processed through the City Islamabad App.
- Excise and Taxation KPK (Peshawar): Online token tax verification via Zameen Dang / KP Excise portal.
2. Annual Engine CC Token Tax Rates (2026)
Token tax schedules depend on engine displacement (CC):
How to Pay Vehicle Token Tax in Pakistan
Payment procedures for motor vehicle token tax vary by jurisdiction. Each province and federal territory operates its own Excise and Taxation portal or electronic payment system. Rates and payment procedures can change. Check the relevant provincial authority before making payment.
What You Need Before Paying Token Tax
Before logging into your relevant provincial payment portal or banking app, gather the required vehicle details. Specific requirements vary by jurisdiction, but generally include:
- Vehicle Registration Number: Exact plate number and registration series.
- Registration Jurisdiction: Province or territory where the vehicle is registered (e.g., Punjab, Sindh, ICT, KP).
- Engine Capacity (CC): Engine displacement as listed on the registration smart card or book.
- Applicable Tax Period: Current financial year for annual payment or lifetime verification details for under-1000cc vehicles.
- Owner Identification: CNIC number of the registered owner or vehicle chassis number as required by the relevant portal.
Token Tax vs Other Vehicle Taxes & Fees
It is important to distinguish annual token tax from other charges associated with vehicle ownership and importation in Pakistan:
3. Custom Duty on Imported Cars (Toyota Aqua, Civic, Vezel)
FBR levies heavy customs duties, regulatory duties, sales tax, and advance income tax on imported vehicles:
- Custom Duty on Toyota Aqua (1500cc Hybrid): Benefits from statutory hybrid concessions (50% concession for 1800cc hybrids under baggage/gift schemes), but total duty payable typically ranges between PKR 2.2M and PKR 3.0M depending on model year and grade.
- Honda Vezel Custom Duty (1500cc Hybrid SUV): Total import duty and taxes range between PKR 2.8M and PKR 3.6M.
- Honda Civic Custom Duty (1500cc Turbo / 1800cc): Commercial import duties exceed 100% of C&F value.
4. FBR Advance Tax on New Car Registration (Section 231B)
When purchasing or registering a new motor vehicle, FBR collects advance withholding tax under Section 231B. Active tax filers enjoy a 50% discount compared to non-filers.
Calculate your vehicle token tax on our Pakistan Vehicle Tax Calculator, explore broader tax rules on the Pakistan Tax Hub, read our Pakistan Token Tax Guide and Pakistan Sales Tax Guide, or visit the main Pakistan Income Tax Overview.