Tax on car registration in Pakistan is an advance income tax of 0.5% to 12% of the car’s value for filers, depending on engine capacity, and three times that for non-filers (1.5% to 36%). On a Suzuki Cultus VXR (Rs 40,89,490), a filer pays Rs 40,895 and a non-filer Rs 1,22,685 at registration.
Last updated: 7 November 2026 by Ahmed. Rates from FBR’s Withholding Tax Rate Card for tax year 2027.
Work out the exact amount for your car with our car registration tax calculator, which also adds the yearly motor vehicle tax.
Tax on Car Registration in Pakistan: Rates for 2026-27
| Engine capacity | Filer (on ATL) | Non-filer | Filer on Rs 40 lakh | Non-filer on Rs 40 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 850cc | 0.5% | 1.5% | Rs 20,000 | Rs 60,000 |
| 851cc to 1,000cc | 1% | 3% | Rs 40,000 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 1,001cc to 1,300cc | 1.5% | 4.5% | Rs 60,000 | Rs 1,80,000 |
| 1,301cc to 1,600cc | 2% | 6% | Rs 80,000 | Rs 2,40,000 |
| 1,601cc to 1,800cc | 3% | 9% | Rs 1,20,000 | Rs 3,60,000 |
| 1,801cc to 2,000cc | 5% | 15% | Rs 2,00,000 | Rs 6,00,000 |
| 2,001cc to 2,500cc | 7% | 21% | Rs 2,80,000 | Rs 8,40,000 |
| 2,501cc to 3,000cc | 9% | 27% | Rs 3,60,000 | Rs 10,80,000 |
| Above 3,000cc | 12% | 36% | Rs 4,80,000 | Rs 14,40,000 |
Car Registration Tax for Popular Cars (Filer vs Non-Filer)
| Car | Engine | Price | Filer | Non-filer | Non-filer pays extra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Alto VXR | 658cc | Rs 29,94,861 | Rs 14,974 | Rs 44,923 | Rs 29,949 |
| Suzuki Every VXR | 658cc | Rs 29,65,200 | Rs 14,826 | Rs 44,478 | Rs 29,652 |
| Suzuki Cultus VXR | 998cc | Rs 40,89,490 | Rs 40,895 | Rs 1,22,685 | Rs 81,790 |
| Suzuki Cultus VXL AGS | 998cc | Rs 45,91,460 | Rs 45,915 | Rs 1,37,744 | Rs 91,829 |
| Suzuki Swift GL | 1197cc | Rs 44,60,160 | Rs 66,902 | Rs 2,00,707 | Rs 1,33,805 |
| Suzuki Swift GLX CVT | 1197cc | Rs 47,66,190 | Rs 71,493 | Rs 2,14,479 | Rs 1,42,986 |
| Suzuki Fronx GL 5MT | 1462cc | Rs 59,99,999 | Rs 1,20,000 | Rs 3,60,000 | Rs 2,40,000 |
A non-filer buying a Swift GLX CVT pays Rs 1,42,986 more than a filer. That is far more than it costs to get on the Active Taxpayers List.
Who Counts as a Filer for Car Registration Tax?
Only people whose CNIC is on FBR’s Active Taxpayers List (ATL) on the day the car is registered pay the filer rate. Having an NTN is not enough; you must have filed your return. You can check your status by sending ATL followed by your CNIC number to 9966, or on FBR’s website. This is the single biggest factor in your tax on car registration in Pakistan.
If you file late, you are added to the ATL only after paying the late-filing surcharge, so plan before you collect your car. Our ATL registration service can help.
Other Taxes Paid With the Tax on Car Registration in Pakistan
- Motor vehicle tax (section 234): income tax collected with the token tax every year, Rs 800 to Rs 10,000 for filers, or a lump sum of Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,20,000. See motor vehicle tax in Pakistan.
- Provincial registration fee, number plates and token tax: charged by your province’s Excise and Taxation department; amounts differ in Punjab, Sindh, KP, Balochistan and Islamabad.
- Insurance: required by banks if the car is financed.
Can You Get the Car Registration Tax Back?
For a filer, tax collected under section 231B is adjustable advance tax: you can claim it against the tax due on your income when you file your return. A non-filer cannot use it this way, which makes the higher rate a pure cost.
How much is the tax on car registration in Pakistan?
Filers pay 0.5% to 12% of the car’s value depending on engine capacity; non-filers pay 1.5% to 36%. A Rs 40 lakh car between 1001cc and 1300cc costs Rs 60,000 for a filer and Rs 1,80,000 for a non-filer.
What is the registration tax on a 1000cc car?
1% of value for filers and 3% for non-filers. On a Cultus VXR (Rs 40,89,490) that is Rs 40,895 or Rs 1,22,685.
Is car registration tax the same in every province?
Yes. Section 231B is a federal income tax, so the rate is the same in every province. Only the provincial registration fee and token tax differ.
Is the tax on car registration adjustable?
Yes, for filers. It can be adjusted against the income tax due in your return.
Who collects the car registration tax?
The motor vehicle registering authority (Excise and Taxation office) collects it at the time of registration, along with provincial fees.
This guide is for general information only and is not financial or tax advice. Rates change often, so confirm the latest figures with your bank before you invest.
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