Importers often discover—sometimes months later—that customs duties or charges were overpaid due to error, miscalculation, or misinterpretation. However, Pakistan’s customs law places a strict time restriction on refund claims.
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What Constitutes Fiscal Fraud Under Pakistan Customs Laws? (2026 Explained)
Fiscal fraud is considered one of the most serious offences under Pakistan Customs laws. To safeguard government revenue and ensure transparency in cross-border trade, Section 32A of the Customs Act, 1969 (updated for tax year 2026) defines specific actions that amount to customs-related fiscal fraud and prescribes strict enforcement measures.
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How Pakistan Customs Deals With False Statements (2026 Guide)
False declarations during import or export clearance are treated seriously under Pakistan’s customs laws. In 2026, Section 32 of the Customs Act, 1969 clearly outlines how Pakistan Customs detects, investigates, and recovers losses arising from false statements, errors, or misdeclarations—including those submitted through electronic systems.
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Export of services boosts FBR tax collection by 22% in 1HFY26
Islamabad, January 26, 2026 — Pakistan’s export of services has delivered a strong boost to national revenues, helping the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) record a 22 percent increase in tax collection during the first half of fiscal year 2025–26 (July–December) compared to the same period last year.
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Quetta Customs seizes NCP vehicles and contraband worth Rs235 million
Quetta, January 25, 2026 – In a major crackdown on smuggling and illegal trade, the Collectorate of Customs Enforcement Quetta has seized Non-Customs Paid (NCP) vehicles and various contraband items valued at approximately Rs. 235 million.
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What is Date of Duty Rate? Importers Must Learn for 2026
Understanding the date of duty rate is crucial for importers to calculate the correct import duty for their shipments. Section 30 of the Customs Act, 1969 (updated for 2026) clearly defines how and when the rate of duty is determined for imported goods.
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Is Abatement Allowed on Damaged Goods Under Customs Laws? Learn for 2026
Pakistan Customs provides mechanisms for abatement of duty on goods that are damaged, deteriorated, or short-shipped under Section 27 of the Customs Act, 1969 (updated for 2026).
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Access to Records and Conducting Audits by Pakistan Customs in 2026
Pakistan Customs, under the Customs Act, 1969 (updated for the 2026 tax year), has clearly defined powers to access records and conduct audits to ensure compliance with customs laws, duties, taxes, and other statutory obligations. Sections 26A and 26B govern these powers.
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FBR targets AC owners, pushes millions into Pakistan’s tax net
Islamabad, January 25, 2026 – Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Rashid Langrial, has said that people who have installed air conditioners should be brought into the tax net, stressing that widening the tax base is essential for stabilizing Pakistan’s economy.
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FBR records 158% jump in dividend tax collection in December 2025
Islamabad, January 24, 2026 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a sharp 158 percent year-on-year increase in tax collection from dividends during December 2025, reflecting stronger payouts and improved tax compliance.
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