Islamabad, January 31, 2026 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Saturday announced that tax collection reached Rs7.18 trillion during the first seven months (July–January) of the ongoing fiscal year 2025-26, reflecting a strong growth trajectory supported by reform-driven measures.
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Pakistan Revenue delivers the latest taxation news, covering income tax, sales tax, and customs duty. Stay updated with insights on tax policies, regulations, and financial developments in Pakistan.
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FBR conducts interactive tax session for women entrepreneurs across Pakistan
Islamabad, January 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) organized a comprehensive Tax Awareness Session for women entrepreneurs under the guidance of Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial.
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SBP instructs banks to support FBR tax collection on January 31
Karachi, January 30, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday directed all commercial banks to facilitate tax collection by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) by observing extended working hours on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
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FTO upholds Pakistan Customs’ compliance in EFS export case
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan Customs’ authority in handling Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) cases, emphasizing strict adherence to legal procedures and compliance standards.
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Clearance for Exportation Under Customs Act, 1969 (Updated 2026)
Export clearance is a critical compliance step in Pakistan’s international trade regime. Section 131 of the Customs Act, 1969, as applicable for tax year 2026, lays down the mandatory legal requirements that must be fulfilled before any goods are allowed to be loaded for exportation.
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Transit of Goods Under Pakistan Customs Act, 1969 (Updated 2026)
Pakistan’s strategic location makes it a vital transit corridor for regional and international trade. The Customs Act, 1969, through Sections 127 to 129A, provides a comprehensive legal framework governing the transit of goods within Pakistan and across Pakistan to foreign destinations, while ensuring revenue protection and regulatory control.
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What Is Transshipment of Goods Under the Customs Act, 1969? (Updated 2026)
Transshipment plays a critical role in Pakistan’s import–export and transit trade framework. Under Section 121 of the Customs Act, 1969, transshipment allows goods to move from one customs station to another—or onward to a foreign destination—without immediate payment of customs duty, subject to specific legal conditions.
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FBR launches super tax recovery after apex court ruling, targets Rs200 billion
Islamabad, January 30, 2026: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated recovery of Super Tax from taxpayers following the landmark judgment of the Federal Constitutional Court. Field formations of the FBR began issuing notices on Thursday for outstanding Super Tax payments exceeding Rs200 billion.
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FBR’s limiting refund adjustment amount declared unlawful by FTO
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 — The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has ruled that the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) practice of limiting the adjustment of income tax refunds against a taxpayer’s liability is unlawful and amounts to maladministration
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Pakistan Customs issues new export values for rice under VR No. 1/2026
Lahore, January 29, 2026 – The Directorate of Customs Valuation, Pakistan Customs, on Thursday issued Valuation Ruling (VR) No. 1/2026, fixing customs export values for rice (all types) applicable for exports to all destinations.
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