Customs Act, 1969: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the Customs Act, 1969, answered from the documents published on this site. Every answer points to where the text can be read.
What is the Customs Act, 1969?
The Customs Act, 1969 is primary legislation published by the Federal Board of Revenue. This site holds 22 published versions of it, from 2010-06-30 to 2025-06-30. The most recent version here runs to 279 pages.
How many sections does the Customs Act, 1969 have?
The most recent version on this site contains 315 sections. Numbering is not continuous, because new provisions are inserted with letter suffixes such as 3A or 195C rather than renumbering the whole instrument.
Where can I download the official Customs Act, 1969 PDF?
The official file is published by FBR. This site links directly to it on every version page, and records the file name, page count and a SHA-256 checksum so you can confirm you have the same document.
Which version of the Customs Act, 1969 is current?
The most recent version published here is consolidated to 2025-06-30. FBR issues new consolidations periodically, so check the FBR listing before relying on it for anything time sensitive.
Can I see older versions of the Customs Act, 1969?
Yes. All 22 versions are published, each on its own page with its own section list. That makes it possible to see what a provision said on a given date rather than only what it says now.
How often has the Customs Act, 1969 been amended?
The most recent version carries 622 amendment footnotes. Each one records a change made by a later law, most commonly an annual Finance Act.
What is section 1 of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 1 is titled “Short title, extent and commencement”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3 of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3 is titled “Appointment of officers of customs”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3A of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3A is titled “Directorate General of Intelligence and Risk Management, Customs,”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3AA of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3AA is titled “Directorate General of Transit Trade”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3AAA of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3AAA is titled “Directorate General of China Pakistan Economic Corridor”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3B of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3B is titled “Directorate General of Customs Auction”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3BB of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3BB is titled “Directorate General of Reform and Automation”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3BBB of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3BBB is titled “Directorate General of Communication and Public Relations, Customs”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3C of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3C is titled “Directorate General of Customs Academy of Pakistan (CAP)”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.
What is section 3CC of the Customs Act, 1969?
Section 3CC is titled “Directorate General of Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement”. The full text as it appears in the 2025-06-30 version is on this site, reproduced from the official PDF.