On September 24, 2024, the Telecommunications Authority (PTA) of Pakistan published the Framework for Wireless Local Area Network - 2024. The framework provides regulatory guidance for the use of WLAN, Wi-Fi, and other unlicensed spectrum applications, such as the Internet of Things. It requires devices operating in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands to comply with technical conditions designed to ensure coexistence with other services. The framework focuses on promoting efficient use of spectrum while preventing interference to key users.

According to the framework, WLAN devices can be used on a license-free basis, but must operate without interference. Commercial use of WLAN technology is limited to licensed telecommunications service providers. The document also specifies frequency bands, power limits, and conditions of use, including indoor and outdoor limits for certain frequency bands such as 5.925-6.425 GHz, as follows:

For indoor use: maximum average EIRP of 23 dBm and power spectral density not exceeding 10 dBm/MHz.

For outdoor use: maximum average EIRP of 14 dBm and power spectral density not exceeding 1 dBm/MHz (limit up to 10 dBm/MHz for narrowband operation below 20 MHz).

Click this link to view the original text of the 2024 Wireless LAN Framework.