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Connectivity — Pakistan

What travelers need to know about connectivity in Pakistan. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Connectivity in Pakistan: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

Pakistan has disabled cellular and internet service during security incidents; tourists cannot buy a SIM at Islamabad airport (registration requires an in-person provider store visit), and tracking GPS devices are not permitted.

§ US State Dept — Pakistan

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