Apple Music Pakistan is finally here: Apple brought the service to the country on September 30, 2026, ending an 11-year wait for local iPhone users. Pakistan was one of four new countries added that day, alongside Albania, Brunei and Burkina Faso, taking the service to 172 countries and regions.
Price and plans
| Plan | Price | Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Rs379/month | One month free |
| Family | Rs649/month | One month free |
Pakistani subscribers can pay with PayPak, the local payment network, a clear nod to local buying habits. Both plans include a one-month free trial.
Apple has sweetened the pitch for these markets: iCloud+ subscribers in Pakistan, Albania and Burkina Faso also get Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra cost.
Why it took 11 years
Apple Music first went live globally in June 2015. In Pakistan, the Android app worked for years, but iOS-based payment processing never functioned until a beta rollout earlier in 2026 that showed local pricing and accepted PayPak.
How to subscribe
Pakistani users can sign up from the Music app on iPhone, where local pricing now appears at checkout. Payment goes through PayPak, which removes the need for an international credit card, the hurdle that kept many local listeners out for years.
What it means for local artists
For Pakistani musicians, the launch opens one more distribution channel. Streaming already lets independent artists earn directly from plays, bypassing traditional labels and distributors. With Apple Music now formally in Pakistan, local acts can pitch for placement on the service’s editorial playlists and reach its audience across 172 countries and regions. Most established names built their streaming followings on Spotify and YouTube Music, so Apple will need to court them actively.
A crowded market
The delay has cost Apple the first-mover advantage. Spotify entered Pakistan in 2021 and YouTube Music has operated here for longer. Both have built loyal subscriber bases, local bank partnerships and carrier integrations. Apple now has to win over listeners who already have libraries and playlists elsewhere.
FAQs
How much does Apple Music cost in Pakistan?
The individual plan costs Rs379 per month and the family plan costs Rs649 per month. Each includes a one-month free trial.
Can I pay for Apple Music with PayPak in Pakistan?
Yes. Apple Music accepts PayPak payments from Pakistani subscribers.
When did Apple Music launch globally?
Apple Music launched worldwide in June 2015, eleven years before it reached Pakistan.
