Pakistan Tightens Vehicle Import Rules
Pakistan Tightens Vehicle Import Standards to Boost Safety and Environmental Compliance
Islamabad – The Engineering Development Board (EDB), operating under the Ministry of Industries and Production (MoI&P), has announced a major update to vehicle import regulations aimed at enhancing road safety, environmental standards, and consumer protection.
The new rules, detailed in an official notification, expand the existing requirements from 17 to 62, representing a significant step forward in regulating imported and locally assembled vehicles.
Starting October 1, 2025, all imported vehicles must comply with international benchmarks for safety, emissions, and performance. Locally assembled vehicles will need to follow the updated regulations from July 1, 2026.
Under the new framework, vehicle importers are required to provide pre-shipment inspection certificates from accredited organizations in the country of export, such as the Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Center (JEVIC), Japan Automotive Appraisal Institute (JAAI), Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL), and China Automotive Engineering Research Institute (CAERI).
The certification process will ensure that imported used vehicles are roadworthy, free from major accidents, have accurate odometer readings, and are in good exterior and interior condition. Additionally, vehicles must meet noise and emission standards and retain all essential safety features, including airbags. Any vehicle failing these criteria will be barred from import.
Only licensed commercial importers are authorized to bring in vehicles. Import shipments with excessive exhaust emissions or worn-out tires will be rejected.
Electric vehicles (EVs) face additional scrutiny under the new regulations, including checks on battery life, charging compatibility, recyclability, and overall durability.
The EDB will oversee compliance with the updated standards, examining technical aspects such as seating and load capacity, axle configuration, and general vehicle quality. Vehicles that fail to meet environmental, performance, or quality requirements will not be cleared for import, even if they pass pre-shipment inspections.
These stricter measures aim to ensure that all vehicles on Pakistani roads are safer, cleaner, and of higher quality for consumers.
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