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Telecom Licensing & Regulatory Advisory Pakistan

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Telecom Licensing & Regulatory Advisory Pakistan

Launching a telecommunications business in Pakistan requires navigating a complex web of regulatory approvals, commercial feasibility analyses, and multi-agency registrations. Javid Law Associates provides end-to-end Telecommunication Licensing Advisory services to ensure your entity meets all Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) guidelines. Whether you are setting up a local ISP, Class Value Added Services (CVAS), or Long Distance and International (LDI) network, we guide you through the mandatory corporate and technical pathways.

Our advisory begins with the foundational setup, including SECP company registration and obtaining your NTN Registration Pakistan. Telecom operators must structure their business entities properly to meet paid-up capital requirements set by regulatory authorities. We ensure your IT company registration Pakistan matches the exact operational parameters required for swift license approvals.

Key Telecom Licensing Categories in Pakistan

Depending on your business model, different licenses apply under the PTA regime. Below is an overview of the primary licenses we advise on:

License CategoryScope of WorkRegulating Authority
CVAS (Class Value Added Services)Data, VoIP, Vehicle Tracking, and ISP ServicesPTA
LDI (Long Distance & International)Nationwide transmission, international traffic terminationPTA / SECP
Infrastructure Provider (IP)Telecom towers, dark fiber leasing, passive infrastructurePTA / Local Municipalities

Why Javid Law Associates?

With our head office located in F-10 Markaz Islamabad and a regional branch in Bahawalpur, Javid Law Associates has provided expert corporate legal services Pakistan since 2004. Our seasoned legal professionals specialize in streamlining complex regulatory filings, liaison with the FBR and PTA, and resolving complex corporate compliance challenges. We ensure your application is technically sound, avoiding delays and costly re-submissions.

Beyond licensing, we assist with your ongoing compliance, including annual PTA reporting, sales tax registration with the Pakistan Revenue Authority (PRA) or relevant provincial boards, and audit readiness. Let our experts manage your regulatory burden so you can focus on building Pakistan's digital future.

Service heading

Navigate PTA licensing, SECP compliance, and corporate structuring for telecom operators and ISPs in Pakistan.

Estimated duration

45-60 working days

Price

Rs. 150,000

Requirements

  • Incorporation Documents from SECP
  • Detailed Technical Network Diagram & Business Plan
  • FBR NTN and active taxpayer status proof
  • Form 29 and details of Directors/Shareholders
  • Bank Solvency Certificate with paid-up capital proof

Key features

  • PTA CVAS & LDI License Application Filing
  • SECP Company Registration & Corporate Structuring
  • FBR NTN & Sales Tax Registration Support
  • Technical & Commercial Proposal Drafting
  • Frequency Allocation & Spectrum Advisory
  • Ongoing Regulatory Compliance & Annual Return Filing
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Written by the expert legal team at Javid Law Associates. Our team specializes in corporate law, tax compliance, and business registration services across Pakistan.

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