Islamabad, May 16, 2025 – In a bold step towards comprehensive trade and economic reform, the Government of Pakistan has announced a sweeping overhaul of its Customs tariff structure by capping the maximum customs duty at 15% and reducing the number of duty slabs to four.
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OICCI proposes structural customs reforms to combat smuggling
Karachi, May 16, 2025 – The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has called for wide-ranging customs reforms aimed at curbing smuggling and strengthening Pakistan’s trade integrity.
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FBR notifies tax stamp pricing for cement manufacturers
Islamabad, May 16, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially announced the tax stamp pricing for cement manufacturers under its Track and Trace System (TTS), marking another key step in enhancing tax compliance and digital monitoring within the cement sector.
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Pakistan may relax age limit on used cars import in budget 2025-26
Pakistan is reportedly considering a major policy shift by extending the age limit for the import of old and used cars from the current three years to five years.
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RTO-1 Karachi cracks multi-billion rupee fake invoice mafia ring
Karachi, May 15, 2025 – The Regional Tax Office-1 (RTO-1) Karachi has uncovered a major scam involving fake and flying invoices, exposing tax fraud worth billions of rupees.
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KCCI warns of nationwide protest over harsh tax laws
Karachi, May 15, 2025 — The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has issued a strong warning to the federal government, signaling the possibility of a nationwide protest if the newly introduced tax laws under the Tax Ordinance Amendment 2025 are not immediately withdrawn.
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Pakistan considers tax relief for tobacco sector in FY26 budget
The federal government is currently evaluating a proposal to extend significant tax relief to the tobacco sector in the forthcoming federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. Industry representatives have reportedly submitted two key demands: the creation of a third excise duty tier with a lower rate of Rs 2,525 per 1,000 cigarette sticks, and a reduction in the current federal excise duty (FED) from Rs 5,050 to Rs 3,800 per 1,000 sticks.
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FY26 Budget: Cash on delivery online shopping may face FBR tax
As Pakistan prepares its fiscal roadmap for 2025–26, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is actively exploring new strategies to regulate and tax the booming online shopping sector.
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How to Get Registered for Pakistan Customs (WeBOC System)
If you’re planning to import or export goods through Pakistan’s borders, registering with Pakistan Customs is a critical first step. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a web-based platform called WeBOC (Web-Based One Customs) to streamline customs clearance and ensure transparency in trade procedures.
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Pakistan’s tax system overburdens poor, hinders growth: WB
KARACHI, May 14, 2025 — The World Bank has raised serious concerns about the structure and effectiveness of Pakistan’s tax system, highlighting its limited revenue generation, economic distortions, and disproportionate impact on low-income groups.
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