PTA introduces new registration portal for VPNs

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched a new registration portal for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to ensure a secure environment for Pakistan’s growing IT and e-commerce sectors.

The registration process is categorized into four distinct groups: Companies, Freelancers, Call Centers, and Video Conferencing.

Registration process for VPN 

Companies and  Businesses can register their VPN connections to ensure secure internet access. To do this, they’ll need to provide a CNIC of the applicant, a Letter of Incorporation, or proof of being an active taxpayer.

Freelancers can register using an authentication letter from their employer. They’ll also need to provide their CNIC.

Call centers can whitelist IP addresses to improve security and functionality. They’ll need to provide their CNIC, Letter of Incorporation, or proof of being an active taxpayer, as well as a Call Center registration certificate from the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB). If they have five or more IP addresses, they’ll need to pay a fee.

Companies can whitelist IP addresses to facilitate seamless communication. They’ll need to provide their CNIC, Letter of Incorporation, or a letter from a government organization or company. Like call centers, they’ll also need to pay a fee if they have five or more IP addresses.

Online Registration of VPN

To register online, applicants can visit the PTA portal. It’s worth noting that there’s no fee for VPN registration, but a fee is required for whitelisting five or more IPs.