The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed changes to the Baggage Rules, 2006, that would allow authorities to confiscate items exceeding a value of $1,200 brought by international travelers.
The draft amendments, issued under Section 219 of the Customs Act, 1969, were recently published for public feedback. According to the proposed revisions, goods classified as “commercial quantity” are those deemed intended for trade or profit rather than personal use or as gifts.
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Any goods valued over $1,200 fall under this category and will not be released even after the payment of duties, taxes, or fines.
The FBR has invited objections or suggestions regarding these changes, asking stakeholders to submit their feedback within seven days of the notification’s publication in the official Gazette.
Additionally, the proposed amendments seek to limit the number of mobile phones passengers can bring into the country. Under the new rules, travelers will only be allowed one mobile phone for personal use.
Any additional phones exceeding this limit will be prohibited from entry.
These amendments aim to streamline import regulations and prevent the misuse of baggage allowances for commercial purposes. The FBR’s initiative reflects its ongoing efforts to tighten customs enforcement and curb revenue losses.
