In a significant step toward tightening tax compliance, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed a broad range of service providers and businesses to connect their electronic invoicing systems directly with its computerized income tax platform. Issued through SRO 288(I)/2026, the notification makes it compulsory for specified enterprises to
On 18 February 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under the Government of Pakistan, issued a draft notification proposing major amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 2002. These changes introduce a structured system of mandatory online integration and electronic invoicing for specified businesses across Pakistan. The objective?To improve transparency,
Pakistan is set to host an important delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) beginning February 26, as part of a scheduled review of the country’s ongoing financial support programmed. The visit, which will continue until March 11, carries significant weight for Pakistan’s economic stability, fiscal planning, and future funding
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken another step toward tightening sales tax compliance by introducing a new field titled “Buyer Verification Status” in Annexure C of the monthly sales tax return. This development signals a stronger push toward transparency, improved documentation, and better alignment of transaction data within
Pakistan’s public finances are under mounting pressure, and the latest FY2025 Aggregate Report on State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) delivers a sobering message: for every Rs6 collected in taxes, Rs1 is being redirected to support loss-making SOEs. At a time when citizens are already grappling with inflation and higher taxation, this finding
In an effort to strengthen foreign investment and reinforce economic partnerships, Pakistan has assured Japanese automobile manufacturers that their concerns regarding taxation and export procedures will be addressed. The commitment was made during a high-level business engagement aimed at enhancing industrial cooperation between the two countries. Government representatives emphasized that
In a significant step toward tightening tax compliance, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed a broad range of service providers and businesses to connect their electronic invoicing systems…
On 18 February 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under the Government of Pakistan, issued a draft notification proposing major amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 2002. These changes…
Pakistan is set to host an important delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) beginning February 26, as part of a scheduled review of the country’s ongoing financial support programmed.…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken another step toward tightening sales tax compliance by introducing a new field titled “Buyer Verification Status” in Annexure C of the monthly…
Pakistan’s public finances are under mounting pressure, and the latest FY2025 Aggregate Report on State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) delivers a sobering message: for every Rs6 collected in taxes, Rs1 is being…
In an effort to strengthen foreign investment and reinforce economic partnerships, Pakistan has assured Japanese automobile manufacturers that their concerns regarding taxation and export procedures will be addressed. The commitment…
The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has intensified its efforts to bring persistent tax defaulters into the compliance net, signaling a stronger and more structured approach to tax enforcement across the…
Pakistan’s move toward cleaner transportation is beginning to reflect in its revenue figures. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has collected Rs10.22 billion under the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Adoption…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken another important step toward strengthening Pakistan’s tax compliance framework by introducing a Buyer Verification Status field in Annexure C of the monthly…
In a move aimed at further easing export-related processes, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed additional amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) under the Customs Rules, 2001.…
Sazgar Engineering Works Limited has disclosed that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has raised a tax demand amounting to Rs188.9 million for the Tax Year 2023, according to the…
In Pakistan, tax enforcement has long been criticized for being selective. This week, however, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) sent out a message—literally—that it wants to change that perception.…
Pakistan’s long-running struggle with tax evasion took a dramatic turn this week when the chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Rashid Mahmood Langrial, openly suggested that powerful individuals…
The federal government has announced an ambitious plan to overhaul Pakistan’s tax structure, setting December 2026 as the deadline to implement major reforms aimed at simplifying taxation and reducing the…
If you’ve been keeping an eye out for a chance to buy a vehicle at a potentially lower price, this might be worth your attention. The Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement),…
In a strong rebuke to routine government litigation, the Supreme Court has criticized tax authorities—particularly the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)—for persistently filing appeals on legal questions that have already…
The federal government has announced a strict ban on the use of personal and private email accounts for official communication, marking a significant step toward improving cybersecurity and protecting sensitive…
The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has intensified its enforcement campaign against tax evasion, taking strict action against businesses found manipulating sales records and violating provincial sales tax laws in Lahore…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) kicked off 2026 with a strong fiscal showing, collecting Rs1.015 trillion in taxes during January, a notable 16 percent jump compared to the previous…
A troubling controversy has emerged around the alleged misuse of the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) identity by a group claiming to operate as the Inland Revenue Service Officers Association.…
Pakistan’s fiscal challenges continue to mount as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) once again failed to meet its tax collection targets, raising fresh concerns about the country’s ability to…
In a significant ruling for taxpayers, the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has declared the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) practice of limiting the adjustment of income tax refunds against tax…
For years, a silent crisis has been brewing in Pakistan’s superior courts. It’s not just the sheer number of cases; it’s who is filing them and why. In a landmark…
In an effort to ease pressure on taxpayers and ensure uninterrupted revenue collection, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that all tax offices across Pakistan will remain open…
The contrast is becoming increasingly hard to miss. On one hand, Pakistan continues to struggle with low tax compliance and chronic revenue shortages. On the other, luxury cars glide through…
Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has finally drawn a legal line under one of the country’s most contested fiscal measures: the super tax on high-income individuals and corporations. By upholding…
In a significant ruling that strengthens taxpayer protections, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has once again made it clear that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) cannot act beyond the…
Pakistan’s efforts to bring the retail sector into the formal tax net are beginning to show measurable results. Withholding tax collections from retailers recorded a substantial rise in the first…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has stepped up its oversight of Customs officials’ online activity, warning that the unauthorized use of social media platforms may lead to disciplinary consequences.…
Pakistan’s taxation landscape has reached a decisive moment after the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) upheld the legality of the controversial super tax, ending years of litigation by corporate and business…
Pakistan’s services export sector is proving to be more than just a foreign exchange earner — it’s becoming a reliable driver of government revenue. During the first half of fiscal…
Taxpayers awaiting small refunds can expect quicker relief as the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has announced a new policy to ensure small-value tax refunds are released within 8 to 10…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reduced customs valuation rates on USB flash drives, memory cards, and other data storage devices, offering relief to importers and consumers alike. The…
Pakistan’s e-commerce sector is entering a new phase of tax oversight as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) introduces stricter reporting and withholding requirements for online sales. Under recent changes…
Pakistan’s corporate sector may see some relief as the government reviews a proposal to ease the heavy tax burden placed on dividends exchanged within corporate groups. The Tax Policy Office…
Despite the high value and cultural importance of gold in Pakistan, much of the country’s gold trade continues to operate outside the formal economic system. A recent study by the…
The ongoing legal battle over Pakistan’s super tax took another turn on Friday as the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) deferred further proceedings until January 26. The decision came after lawyers…
Pakistan’s used smartphone market is set for a major reset after the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) revised customs valuation rates for imported second-hand mobile phones. The change is expected…
Pakistan’s revenue authorities appear to be reaping the benefits of stricter oversight in the petroleum sector, as collections from the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) reached an impressive Rs828 billion during…
Pakistan’s push toward renewable energy has hit an uncomfortable speed bump after a Senate committee uncovered alarming irregularities in the import of solar equipment for the Sindh Solar Energy Project…
Pakistan’s customs system is governed by a legal framework that gives the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) wide-ranging authority to manage how and where goods enter, exit, and move within…
Another troubling chapter in Pakistan’s public finance story came to light this week when an audit exposed serious lapses within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). According to details shared…
Pakistan’s tax authorities are preparing to take another major step toward controlling tax evasion and illegal trade. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) plans to widen the use of the…
Pakistan is steadily moving toward a more modern and transparent regulatory system, and recent reforms are making it easier than ever to start and run a business. At the center…
A growing dispute has emerged between doctors and Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) after medical professionals in Rawalpindi firmly rejected the installation of Point of Sale (POS) systems in…
In a significant step toward enhancing inter-provincial collaboration on tax administration, Chairman Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) Dr. Wasif Memon recently paid an official visit to the headquarters of the Punjab…
The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Secretariat has issued a clarification to address confusion surrounding a recent decision by the President of Pakistan related to a representation filed by the Federal…
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has delivered an important ruling that goes beyond a single tax refund scam and touches the heart of constitutional law, governance, and institutional accountability in…
The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has launched a renewed drive to bring long-standing non-taxpayers into the formal tax system, signaling a tougher stance on undocumented economic activity within the province’s…
The ongoing super tax case before Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court has become a defining moment for the country’s legal and fiscal framework. What initially appeared to be a technical dispute…
Pakistan’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved a series of supplementary grants aimed at strengthening digital enforcement, modernizing defense capabilities, expanding IT infrastructure, and improving public service delivery. The decisions…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a new condition for officers aspiring to move up the career ladder, making asset disclosure a compulsory part of the promotion process.…
As Pakistan begins early preparations for its next federal budget, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reached out to the business and trade community for suggestions on how to…
The debate over Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 has intensified, with the Pakistan Tax Bar Association (PTBA) urging the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to immediately stop…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is reinforcing its commitment to tackling smuggling and protecting legitimate trade by deepening coordination with customs authorities and law enforcement agencies across the country.…
Pakistan’s corporate sector is showing encouraging momentum, with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registering 21,542 new companies during the first half of fiscal year 2025–26 (July–December). The…
Airports are meant to be gateways that reflect a country’s discipline, security, and governance. Yet for years, Pakistan’s airports have also been vulnerable to misuse of authority, particularly through baggage…
The Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) has strongly criticized recent raids carried out by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) at private clinics and hospitals, describing the actions as excessive and…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has revised its policy on granting relief for delayed compliance in sales tax matters, reducing the allowable condonation period from three years to two…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified that it holds the legal authority to move a taxpayer’s sales tax registration from one tax office to another under Rule 8…
