Islamabad, April 30, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially extended the deadline for the electronic integration of taxpayers, providing businesses more time to comply with the new invoicing regulations.
This extension is part of FBR’s ongoing efforts to improve tax compliance and strengthen digital documentation across Pakistan.
According to the revised schedule, corporate taxpayers are now required to implement the electronic invoice system by June 1, 2025, instead of the earlier deadline of May 1. Non-corporate registered persons have been given additional time as well, with a new deadline of July 1, 2025 for full implementation.
The FBR had earlier issued Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO) 709(I)/2025 on April 22, mandating electronic invoicing for all registered persons. This move builds on the FBR’s earlier SRO 69(I)/2025 issued in January, which laid the foundation for mandatory electronic integration through approved channels.
Under the new system, businesses must connect their invoicing software or hardware to FBR’s centralized computerized network. This can be done either through a licensed integrator or the Pakistan Revenue Automation Private Limited (PRAL). The purpose is to ensure that each transaction is recorded electronically and verified through the FBR’s secure network.
The electronic integration system is designed with several mandatory features. These include the ability to issue sales tax invoices in the FBR-approved format, generate secure digital signatures, and store data in real time. Every invoice must contain a unique FBR invoice number and a QR code, enabling verification and traceability.
Moreover, each integrated system is required to maintain a detailed activity log, capturing any changes, cancellations, or modifications. This ensures transparency, data integrity, and prevents misuse. The FBR has made it clear that no business transaction or supply will be considered valid unless it is processed through an electronically integrated outlet with a proper FBR invoice.
This latest extension by the FBR is part of a broader campaign to reduce tax evasion, boost revenue, and promote digital documentation within Pakistan’s economy. Businesses are strongly urged to complete their electronic integration well before the new deadlines to avoid penalties and operational issues.
The FBR views electronic integration not only as a compliance requirement but as a step toward a modern and transparent tax system for Pakistan.