Track A Lost Mobile With IMEI Number In Pakistan

Can’t remember where you left your phone? Knowing how to track a lost mobile with IMEI number in Pakistan can certainly keep you at rest. In Pakistan, to locate a lost cell phone, one is required to file a complaint with the Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) by calling 1102, 021-35662222 or 021-35682222 and provide the IMEI number of the phone.

Otherwise, you can also contact the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) at the web site pta.gov.pk or send your IMEI to 8484 to block the device. This procedure prevents the use of the phone in any network and assists authorities to monitor its possible resale.

What Is IMEI Number and Why Is It Important?

The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) is a special 15-digit identifier that is assigned to each mobile device. This is the digital fingerprint of your phone and can be traced by your telecom authorities and law enforcement agencies.

Your IMEI number assists in locating your device in any cellular network in Pakistan. In case you report a lost or stolen phone, the authorities block this number and the device cannot be used on any Pakistani network. Pakistan has the Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS) which also allows tracking with the help of IMEI.

How to Find Your IMEI Number

You can easily track a lost mobile with IMEI number in Pakistan online free. Simply:

• Dial *#06# on your phone
• Check the original phone box or receipt
• Check underneath the battery (removable batteries)
• Open Settings, About Phone, Status
• Check the SIM tray area

Immediate Steps After Losing Your Mobile Phone

Here’s what you should do after losing your phone:

Contact CPLC for FIR Registration

The best place to report the mobile theft in Pakistan is at the Citizens-Police Liaison Committee. Reach them at the earliest by:

• Helpline: 1102 (toll-free)
• Karachi office: 021-35662222
• Alternative number: 021-35682222

Calling CPLC will require you to give the full IMEI number, phone model, purchase information and the situation of loss. They will make a report of First Information (FIR) and give you a complaint number to use in the future.

Report to Pakistan Telecommunication Authority

Once registered with CPLC, call PTA to disable your device at once:

• Visit www.pta.gov.pk.
• Text your 15-digit IMEI to 8484.
• Access PTA online complaints portal.
• Give the correct documents to the closest PTA office.

Official Channels for Mobile Phone Recovery in Pakistan

Below are the government approved ways to secure your data:

Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) Process

CPLC keeps the biggest database of stolen cell phones in Pakistan. The following documents are required to be submitted:

• Original purchase receipt
• Copy of CNIC
• Phone's IMEI number
• FIR copy from police station

Follow-up Procedures: CPLC liaises with telecommunication companies and police. They keep watch of second hand mobile markets and gadgets that seek to be registered in networks.

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Role

The Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS) of PTA is important in mobile tracking:

• Keeps national mobile device database.
• Stolen/lost blocks on every network.
• Import and registration of monitors.
• Correlates with international IMEI records.

FAQs

Can I track my lost phone myself using the IMEI number?

No, people cannot directly follow phones with IMEI numbers. IMEI tracking systems can only be accessed by authorized agencies such as CPLC, police, and PTA. Nevertheless, you may employ such inbuilt functions as IMEI Tracker Find My device (Android) or Find My iPhone to trace it in real-time and then report to the authorities.

How long does it take for PTA to block a stolen phone?

PTA generally blocks reported devices within 24-48 hours of the notification of the complaint. The DIRBS system implements the blocking on all network operators at once. SMS confirmation shall be sent to you on successful blocking of the device to all Pakistani networks.

What happens if someone tries to use my blocked phone?

The DIRBS system automatically rejects a blocked phone when it tries to use any Pakistani network. The system records these connection attempts and this assists the authorities to determine where the device is located and who might be using it. This data is exchanged with CPLC and other agencies in charge of relevant law enforcement.

Can blocked phones be unblocked or used again?

Unblocking can only be done in official channels by the original owner with proper documentation offered to PTA. The phones blocked may not operate within the Pakistani networks, but may do so when they are in foreign countries. Nonetheless, coordination of international collaboration acts assists in tracing stolen gadgets across nations.

Do I need to pay any fees for reporting or blocking my stolen phone?

No, you are free to report to CPLC and ask to have the device blocked by PTA. Do not use mediators who charge a fee to offer such services. CPLC and PTA IMEI blocking have all official government helplines (1102 and 8484 respectively) that are offered free of charge to citizens.

Disclaimer: We do not give any SIM card data, personal data etc. All such pages claiming to share SIM Details are fake and work against NCCIA policy in Pakistan. It is illegal as well as dangerous to share or seek this information. Our official platform complies with NCCIA guidelines, and your privacy is protected. And remember to remain vigilant and fact-check where personal data might be involved. Never use unauthorized sources for SIM information checks.