Runs in your browser — nothing is sent or saved.
Format check ≠ PTA approval. A valid checksum only proves the number is well-formed. Whether the device is registered, blocked or non-compliant is held by PTA's DIRBS system.
Check PTA status officially
- SMS: send the 15-digit IMEI to
8484. - Web: enter the IMEI at dirbs.pta.gov.pk.
- App: PTA's DVS app (search "DIRBS DVS" in your app store).
How to find an IMEI
- Dial
*#06#on the phone. - Settings → About phone → Status / IMEI.
- The phone's box label or the SIM tray (on some models).
What the digits mean
The first 8 digits are the TAC (Type Allocation Code) identifying the make and model. The next 6 are the unit's serial number. The last digit is a Luhn check digit calculated from the first 14 — this tool recalculates it to catch typos.
Buying a used phone? Checklist
- Match the IMEI from
*#06#with the box and the SIM tray. - Check status on DIRBS — avoid "non-compliant" or "blocked".
- Ask for the original purchase receipt.
- Insert your SIM and make a call before paying.
Frequently asked questions
What does "valid" mean in this tool?
That the IMEI has 15 digits and its last digit passes the Luhn checksum. It says nothing about PTA registration or theft status.
How do I check if a phone is PTA approved?
Send the IMEI to 8484 or check it on dirbs.pta.gov.pk.
Why does my phone show two IMEIs?
Dual-SIM phones have one IMEI per SIM slot. Both need to be registered for both slots to work.
Last reviewed: 2026-11-14. Codes and procedures can change — confirm with the official source before relying on them.