What "Non Custom" Means, and Why It Is in Our Name
In Pakistani markets, "non custom" usually means "non-custom-paid": goods on which customs duty has not been paid. For our store it is part of the business name, Syed Non Custom Drones, which customers know us by. It is a name, not a promise about duty, and it does not mean any rule is relaxed. Every drone, whoever sells it, must still be registered with the PCAA within 15 days of purchase. This page explains the term honestly.
Updated 8 November 2026
What "non custom" means in Pakistan
In everyday Pakistani trade, "non custom" or "NCP" stands for non-custom-paid: goods brought into the country without customs duty being paid. The term is best known for cars. PakWheels explains NCP cars as vehicles on which customs duty was not paid, and Pakistan Customs has treated NCP vehicles as unlawful since the Malakand exemption ended on 30 June 2023 (TNN). FBR press releases use similar wording, describing seized electronics as "non-duty-paid" under the Customs Act, 1969 (FBR, January 2026).
On classified sites the phrase is also used for laptops and phones. In our research we found no drone listings using it (October 2026).
Why it is part of our name
Syed Non Custom Drones is the name our business trades under, and customers who already know us search for it by that name. We keep it so that returning customers can find us.
We use "Non Custom" only as part of that name and on this page. We do not use it to describe any product, we do not put it in product titles, and it is not a claim about how any drone was imported, taxed or cleared.
What the name does not mean
To be completely clear, the name does not mean:
- that a drone is exempt from customs duty or import rules
- that a drone does not need PCAA registration
- that a Remote Pilot Licence is not needed for drones over 250 g
- that flying bans, Section 144 orders or no-fly zones do not apply
- that we are linked to DJI or Autel as their appointed seller
No shop name can change the law. The rules apply to every drone and every owner in the same way.
Why drones are a special case
Drones are not like phones or laptops. They are controlled goods in Pakistan:
- The Civil Unmanned Aircraft Rules 2024 require people to register before importing drones, and Ministry of Defence clearance for Category III and IV imports (Geo News, 16 June 2024).
- Earlier practice required a Ministry of Defence NOC for legal imports (Dawn, 11 April 2021); whether this still applies to small drones in 2026 is unverified.
- In 2026 the Interior Ministry suspended outdoor drone flights nationwide (27 February 2026), and provinces imposed Section 144 bans.
Because of this, buyers should take the legal side seriously. Our drone import rules (Drone Import Rules in Pakistan) guide explains the official process.
You must still register your drone
Every drone must be registered with the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority within 15 days of purchase under the Civil Unmanned Aircraft Rules 2024, even a 249 g Mini (Geo News, 16 June 2024). Drones over 250 g also need a Remote Pilot Licence. Registration is the owner's legal duty and does not depend on where the drone was bought or what the shop is called.
Follow our step-by-step drone registration (How to Register a Drone in Pakistan) guide, and read the full drone laws (Drone Laws in Pakistan (2026 Guide)) guide. Last checked: October 2026.
How this affects you as a buyer
In practice, the store name changes nothing about your duties as an owner. After buying any drone in Pakistan you should:
- register it with the PCAA within 15 days, keeping your invoice or receipt
- get a Remote Pilot Licence if it weighs over 250 g, including Mini drones flown with Plus batteries
- check the current federal and provincial flying orders before every outdoor flight
- stay out of restricted areas such as airports, city precincts and sensitive sites (Drone No-Fly Zones in Pakistan)
- keep within line of sight, below 200 feet and in daylight unless you have permission
Following these steps protects you from fines of up to Rs 100,000 under the 2024 rules (Geo News, 16 June 2024) and from having your drone seized.
What to ask before you buy any drone
Whether you buy from us or anyone else, ask these questions before paying:
- Is the drone new or used, sealed or opened, activated or not?
- What exactly is in the box (batteries, controller type, hub)?
- Who gives the warranty, for how long, and where are repairs done?
- Will I get an invoice with the date and serial number for PCAA registration?
- If import paperwork matters to you, for example for a company or government contract, what documents can the seller provide?
Decide based on the answers. Product pages on our site list box contents and the drone's weight category, and you can ask us anything else through the contact page (Contact Us).
Warranty and the brand name
DJI links its own warranty service to purchases from DJI or dealers on its where-to-buy list. We do not claim to be on that list and we do not promise DJI manufacturer warranty. Every drone from us comes with a 7-day checking warranty, and the full terms are on the Warranty page (Return & Refund Policy). Our drone warranty in Pakistan (Drone Warranty in Pakistan) guide explains the options.
Our commitments to buyers
- We describe each drone by its real model name and specs.
- We show every drone's weight category and tell buyers about PCAA registration and the licence rule.
- We tell buyers about current flying bans and link to our drone ban status (Drone Ban Status in Pakistan: Federal and Provincial Tracker) tracker.
- We do not give advice on getting around registration, import rules, bans or no-fly zones.
- We say so when a model is discontinued, such as the Autel EVO Nano+ and Lite+ (July 2025, support until 2030).
Learn more about us on the About page (About Us).