Pakistan virtual phone numbers — buy a Karachi, Lahore or Islamabad DID
Get a real Pakistani virtual phone number — Karachi 21, Lahore 42, Islamabad 51, Faisalabad 41, plus toll-free 0800. Full KYC required. From $5.00/month.
What is a Pakistan virtual phone number?
A Pakistani virtual phone number is a real Pakistan DID delivered over SIP. Karachi uses 21; Lahore 42; Islamabad 51; Faisalabad 41; Rawalpindi 51; Multan 61; Peshawar 91. Mobile numbers begin with 3. Pakistan is regulated by PTA (Pakistan Telecommunication Authority).
PTA requires full KYC for foreign customers — incorporation documents, an authorized in-country contact, and use-case justification. Activation is 10-15 business days. Pakistan is one of the largest emerging markets, with strong outsourcing, tech, and manufacturing presence.
Common reasons businesses get a Pakistan virtual phone number:
- Pakistan market presence — Karachi
21for B2B credibility with Pakistani enterprise. - Outsourcing and tech — major BPO and tech-services destination for English-speaking work.
- Diaspora communications — large Pakistani diaspora in UK, US, UAE, Saudi Arabia.
- Manufacturing and trade — Karachi port and Lahore manufacturing benefit from local DIDs.
- Toll-free 0800 — free for Pakistani callers, standard for support.
Pakistan number types
Pakistan uses a 0-trunk-prefix domestically, dropped when dialed internationally after +92.
| Prefix | Type | What it means | Caller cost | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
21, 42, 51, 41 … | Geographic | Tied to a Pakistani city. | Standard local rate | $5.00/mo |
0800 | Toll-free | Free for Pakistani callers; you pay per minute. | Free | $15.00/mo + usage |
Pakistan cities and area codes
DIDHub stocks Pakistani numbers in major cities:
Pakistan virtual phone number pricing
Flat monthly per-number, no contracts.
| Number type | Example | Monthly | Setup | Per-min (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geographic (any city) | +92 21 XXX XXXX (Karachi) | from $5.00/mo | $30 | $0.04 |
| Toll-free 0800 | +92 0800 XXXXX | from $15.00/mo | $60 | $0.12 |
Outbound (2-way voice) — Pair any Pakistani number with outbound termination — calls show your Pakistani Caller ID. Outbound from $0.04/min to landline, $0.12/min to mobile.
Compatible with any VoIP system, AI voice platform, or browser
Numbers from DIDHub are delivered over standard SIP and work with every major business phone system, AI voice platform, and softphone — no proprietary gateway, no special hardware, no licensing.
Pakistan number activation and regulation
Pakistan's regulator PTA requires full KYC for foreign customers — incorporation documents, an authorized contact, and use-case justification. Activation 10-15 business days. SMS support requires PTA registration similar to India's DLT (handled by DIDHub).
Port your existing Pakistan number to DIDHub
Existing Pakistani number? Port it to DIDHub via Jazz, Telenor Pakistan, Ufone, or Zong.
- Geographic numbers: typically 4-6 weeks
- 0800 toll-free: 5-7 weeks
- Required documents: Pakistani phone bill + LOA + incorporation + NTN (tax number)
- Cost: $30 port-in fee per number
Pakistan virtual phone number FAQ
Do I need to be in Pakistan to buy a Pakistani virtual phone number?
Not in person, but full KYC is required. PTA needs incorporation documents, an authorized contact, and use-case justification. DIDHub coordinates the paperwork. Activation 10-15 business days.
Does SMS work on Pakistani numbers?
Yes, but A2P SMS requires PTA registration (similar in spirit to India's DLT regime). DIDHub coordinates the registration on your behalf.
How much does a Pakistani virtual phone number cost?
Geographic from $5.00/month. Toll-free 0800 from $15.00/month plus per-minute. $30 setup on geographic.
Can I use a Pakistani virtual number with Microsoft Teams?
Yes. Pakistani numbers work with Teams Direct Routing via DIDHub. Microsoft Calling Plans don't cover Pakistan — Direct Routing is the only path.
Can I port my existing Pakistani number to DIDHub?
Yes. Port times 4-6 weeks. Documents: Pakistani phone bill + LOA + incorporation + NTN. $30 port-in fee per number.
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Live Pakistan inventory. From $5.00/month. Activation in 10-15 business days after KYC.