Pakistan Moves to Resolve Tax and Export Concerns of Japanese Automakers
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 creating a stable and predictable […]
PRA Steps Up Action Against Habitual Tax Defaulters
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 province. The focus is particularly on individuals and businesses that have repeatedly failed to pay their services tax despite prior notices and opportunities to comply. […]
NEV Adoption Levy Boosts Revenue as FBR Collects Rs10.22 Billion in 1HFY26
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 Levy during the first half of fiscal year 2025–26, according to data released by the Ministry of Finance. The figures indicate a notable rise in […]
FBR Adds Buyer Verification Status to Sales Tax Returns: What Businesses Need to Know
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 sales tax return. This change is part of FBR’s ongoing efforts to improve transparency, enhance data accuracy, and reduce discrepancies in sales tax reporting. What […]
FBR Proposes New Amendments to Export Facilitation Scheme to Support Exporters
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. The proposed changes, issued through SRO 211(I)/2026, are designed to provide greater flexibility and clarity for exporters availing duty-free import facilities. One of the key […]
FBR Slaps Rs188.9 Million Tax Demand on Sazgar: What Investors Should Know
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 company’s latest quarterly and half-yearly financial statements filed with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on February 4. The demand stems from an order issued by […]
A Text Message That Says a Lot: FBR’s Tax Drive Reaches the Top
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. As part of its campaign to expand the tax net, the FBR dispatched compliance reminder SMS alerts to income tax filers across the country. One […]
When Tax Enforcement Meets Power: Inside FBR’s Latest Showdown
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 are actively sabotaging the country’s anti–tax evasion drive—and that he is willing to name them. Speaking before the Senate Standing Committee on Finance, Langrial made […]
Government Sets December 2026 Target to Simplify Pakistan’s Tax System
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 burden on taxpayers. Officials from the Ministry of Finance revealed that a detailed Tax Simplification Strategy will be unveiled by May 2026. This strategy will […]
Customs Peshawar to Auction Confiscated Vehicles on February 12, 2026
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), Peshawar, has announced an upcoming auction of confiscated and unclaimed vehicles, along with other miscellaneous goods, to be held next month. According to the official […]
Supreme Court Slams Government for Filing Needless Tax Appeals on Settled Issues
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 been conclusively settled by higher courts. The apex court warned that such conduct causes serious institutional damage and unnecessarily clogs the judicial system. The observations […]
Personal Email Use Barred for Government Business
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 state information. The policy applies to all public sector organizations, including major institutions such as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Official Communication Rules Tightened […]
Punjab Revenue Authority Cracks Down on Sales Tax Violations
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 and Rawalpindi. Irregularities Uncovered in Lahore In Lahore, PRA inspection teams conducted surprise audits of five prominent coffee outlets located in upscale areas of the […]
January Windfall Gives FBR a Revenue Boost Heading into 2026
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 month. The performance marks one of the strongest monthly outcomes so far this fiscal year and signals improving momentum in Pakistan’s revenue mobilization efforts. What […]
Alleged Impersonation Raises Alarming Questions About FBR Oversight
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. The matter has sparked serious concerns about impersonation, misuse of official resources, and possible internal complicity within one of Pakistan’s most important revenue institutions. The […]
Pakistan’s Revenue Struggles Deepen as FBR Falls Short of Tax Target
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 manage growing economic pressures. During the first seven months of the current fiscal year (July 2025 to January 2026), the FBR collected Rs7.147 trillion in […]
FBR Extends Office Operations to January 31 to Support Taxpayers
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 on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The decision means that January 31 will be treated as a regular working day for all major tax formations. Offices […]
Pakistan’s Tax Watch Goes Digital as Luxury Lifestyles Come Under Scrutiny
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 city streets, destination weddings dominate social media feeds, and frequent international travel is openly showcased online. For tax authorities, the gap between declared income and […]
Pakistan’s Super Tax Verdict: Legal Closure, Policy Questions Remain
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 the levy, the court has cleared the way for the government to recover an estimated Rs310 billion in unpaid taxes and dispose of more than […]
FBR Moves to Regulate Social Media Presence of Customs Staff
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. The move highlights the government’s increasing focus on controlling how public institutions and their representatives operate in the digital sphere. In a recent notification, the […]