
In his letter to Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Technology and Telecom Minister Amin Ul Haque said that IT-related payments, including mobile app purchases and subscription services, under $100,000, were authorised by SBP through the designated commercial banks. After this, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecom, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), and four mobile operators wrote to the central bank. The direct carrier billing (DCB) for cellular mobile operators was revoked by the State Bank of Pakistan, making the stuck-up outstanding amount stand at $34 million. From December 1, 2022, due to local requirements, users in Pakistan will be able to make Play Store purchases through credit or debit card only, until other payment methods are made available”, a Google spokesperson said.

However, the availability of payment options may change over time. “ Google Play is and will continue to remain available for all users in Pakistan. ISLAMABAD: Users in Pakistan will be able to make Play Store purchases through credit or debit cards from December 1 due to local requirements, announced the global tech company, The News reported Tuesday. Users to be able to make payments from Dec 1.Spokesperson says availability of payment options may change.

