Pakistan vs Turkey: Solar Import Comparison 2026
Compare every aspect of importing solar panels to Pakistan and Turkey β tariffs, certifications, logistics, and market dynamics side by side.
Both Pakistan and Turkey offer distinct import dynamics. Review the metrics below to pick the right sourcing strategy for your project.
| Metric | π Pakistan Asia | π Turkey Europe/Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Import Duty | 0% on solar panels (duty-free import since 2014) | 0% (as of 2024; Additional Customs Duty scheme changes annually) |
| Anti-Dumping | None | None |
| VAT / Sales Tax | 18% Sales Tax | 20% KDV |
| CBAM Applicable | β No | β No |
| Main Ports | Karachi, Port Qasim | Istanbul (AmbarlΔ±), Izmir, Mersin |
| Typical Lead Time | 20-28 days sea freight from Shanghai | 25-32 days sea freight from Shanghai |
| Preferred Incoterms | CIF Karachi | CIF Istanbul, CIF Mersin |
| Top Brands | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Canadian Solar, Trina Solar, JA Solar | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Trina Solar, Kalyon (local), CW Enerji (local) |
| Popular Wattage | 540-580W bifacial (industrial), 540-580W (residential β unusual for the market) | 540-600W bifacial (YEKA auctions), 430-480W (rooftop) |
| Q1 2026 Landed Price | Landed CIF Karachi TOPCon 580W: ~$0.088-0.095/W. 2024-25 import wave driving aggressive pricing. | Landed CIF Istanbul TOPCon 560W: ~$0.095/W. Lira volatility β prefer USD contracts with 50% TT deposit. |
Regulatory Notes
π Pakistan
Explosive growth: 16 GW imported in a single year (2024). Grid instability + low panel prices = home/industrial rooftop boom. Net metering stable. Payment terms: LC preferred (sight/usance), TT second option.
π Turkey
YEKA auction program drives 1+ GW/year of utility solar. Local content requirement for government projects (minimum 55% local). Currency volatility = payment risk.
JUST SOLAR β Pakistan Delivery
JUST SOLAR accepts LC Pakistan + ships to Karachi monthly. Bifacial 580W stock for industrial rooftops.
JUST SOLAR β Turkey Delivery
JUST SOLAR ships USD-denominated to Turkish distributors with flexible terms during lira volatility.
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