The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is considering extending the deadline for VPN registration following requests from stakeholders. The move comes as the November 30 deadline approaches, with over 200 VPNs being registered daily.
The PTA has sought approval from the Ministry of Interior to prolong the registration period to accommodate the growing demand and ease the process. Consultations with stakeholders are also underway to simplify the registration mechanism.
Unregistered VPNs are set to be blocked starting December 1, as per the Ministry of Interior’s directives. However, stakeholders have urged authorities to ensure a more accessible and user-friendly process for compliance.
The PTA emphasized its commitment to enforcing regulations while facilitating businesses and individuals reliant on VPNs for secure online communication. The decision regarding the extension will be announced shortly.
