Online shopping in Pakistan is growing rapidly—and so is tax oversight. From tax year 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has significantly expanded its monitoring powers to track payments made through e-commerce platforms, payment intermediaries, and courier services. This change aims to improve documentation of the digital economy and widen the tax net.
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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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Banks share customer data with FBR: What section 165A means for you
Banks in Pakistan are legally required to share specific customer information with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). This data-sharing framework is aimed at widening the tax net, improving compliance, and identifying potential taxpayers through documented financial activity. The authority for this reporting comes from Section 165A and 165B of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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LTO Lahore suspends four FBR officials for missing sugar mill monitoring duties
Islamabad, December 28, 2025 – The Large Taxpayers Office (LTO) Lahore has taken strict disciplinary action by suspending four Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officials who were found absent from their assigned monitoring duties at sugar mills. The move reflects LTO Lahore’s commitment to maintaining strict oversight and ensuring full compliance with tax monitoring regulations.
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Why Withholding Tax Statements Are Key for FBR to Net Potential Taxpayers
The withholding tax system is one of the strongest tools used by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to identify individuals and businesses earning taxable income but remaining outside the tax net. At the heart of this system lie withholding tax statements, which act as a powerful data source for tracking economic activity across Pakistan.
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Know the Importance of Withholding Tax Certificate for Tax Year 2026
If you are paying withholding tax to prescribed withholding agents under the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), it is crucial to obtain a certificate of collection or deduction. This certificate is essential for filing your income tax return for tax year 2026.
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Who Shall Pay Unpaid Withholding Tax? Understanding Section 162
When withholding tax is not collected or deducted, a common question arises: Who ultimately pays the unpaid tax—the withholding agent or the person receiving the payment? The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified this under Section 162 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for tax year 2026.
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Islamabad Customs announces auction of seized vehicles on December 30
Islamabad, December 27, 2025 – The Collectorate of Customs Enforcement, Islamabad, has officially announced a public auction of a large lot of seized vehicles, scheduled for December 30, 2025. The auction will take place at the State Warehouse of the Collectorate of Customs, Enforcement, Islamabad, providing an opportunity for interested buyers to purchase a wide variety of vehicles previously confiscated during customs enforcement operations.
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Quetta Customs seizes Rs317 million worth of smuggled goods
Quetta, December 27, 2025 – In a strong move against illicit trade, the Collectorate of Customs Enforcement Quetta has successfully conducted a series of anti-smuggling operations, resulting in the seizure of contraband goods valued at an estimated Rs317 million.
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Beware Withholding Agents: Failure to Collect or Deduct Tax – Tax Year 2026
If you act as a withholding agent—collecting or deducting tax on behalf of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)—it is crucial to understand your legal responsibilities and potential consequences under Section 161 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for tax year 2026.
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How to Get an Income Tax Exemption Certificate from FBR – Tax Year 2026
Are you eligible for tax exemptions, lower tax rates, or tax credits in Pakistan? The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has streamlined the procedure for issuance of exemption or lower rate certificates during tax year 2026. Understanding the process can save time and ensure compliance.
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