Import Policy for Auto Parts in Pakistan 2026: What You Need to Know

How Import Policy Shapes Pakistan's Auto Parts Market

Pakistan's auto parts pricing is heavily influenced by government import policy — customs duties, regulatory duties, sales tax, and State Bank foreign exchange policies all affect what you pay at your local parts shop.

Current Import Duty Structure 2026

• Raw materials for local manufacturing: 0–5% customs duty
• Automotive components (for local assembly): 5–15%
• Completely Built Up (CBU) vehicles: 50–100%
• Aftermarket parts (general): 20–35% customs duty + 17% GST
• Regulatory Duty (RD): Additional 15–25% on certain categories

How This Affects Prices — A Real Example

A genuine Bosch oxygen sensor costing $30 USD in Germany:

• $30 USD at Rs 280 rate = Rs 8,400 base
• Customs duty (25%): Rs 2,100
• Sales tax (17%): Rs 1,938
• Importer and retailer markup: Rs 7,000–12,000
• Final retail price: Rs 20,000–25,000

This explains why genuine European car parts are extremely expensive in Pakistan.

Impact of Rupee Depreciation

The rupee fell from Rs 170/USD to Rs 280+/USD between 2022 and 2026. This increased the price of all imported auto parts by 60–80% in rupee terms. It has pushed consumers toward Chinese parts and locally manufactured alternatives.

What to Expect in 2026–2027

• Government pushing for higher local content in automotive manufacturing
• EV import duties likely to be adjusted as government promotes electric transition
• Growing Chinese parts presence may help moderate prices