The Ministry of Commerce has announced a one-time relaxation in inspection and conformity assessment requirements for used vehicles imported under the Gift, Personal Baggage, and Transfer of Residence schemes.

In a notification issued on Monday, the ministry said it will also accept pre-shipment inspection certificates issued by M/s EAA Company (Pvt.) Ltd. and M/s Auto Terminal Pak (Pvt.) Ltd. for used vehicles imported from Japan under Appendix E of the Import Policy Order 2022.

According to the clarification, these certificates—issued through the companies’ internationally accredited principals in Japan—will be treated as valid proof that vehicles meet minimum safety, environmental, and regulatory standards under SRO 61(I)/2026. However, the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) registered local offices of the firms will remain responsible for verifying certificate authenticity and addressing complaints.

Separately, the ministry granted a one-time exemption from conformity assessment requirements for vehicles shipped under master bills of lading dated between January 16, 2026, and March 9, 2026. This relief applies only to imports under the specified schemes.

Officials clarified that despite the exemption, all other provisions of the Import Policy Order 2022 will remain applicable. Vehicles with below-average auction grades, major accident history, or poor condition ratings will not qualify for the relaxation.

The ministry said the decisions were approved by the competent authority to facilitate regulated imports while maintaining safety, environmental, and quality compliance standards.