Tax offices to remain open on Saturday and Sunday as authorities move to boost revenue collection ahead of fiscal close.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has declared Saturday and Sunday, May 30 and 31, 2026, as normal working days for major tax offices across the country to facilitate taxpayers in the payment of duties and taxes.
According to an official statement, all Large Taxpayers’ Offices (LTOs), Medium Taxpayers’ Offices (MTOs), Corporate Tax Offices (CTOs) and Regional Tax Offices (RTOs) will remain open during the weekend for revenue collection activities.
The tax authority said the decision was taken to support taxpayers ahead of the close of the fiscal period and ensure smooth collection of duties and taxes.
Earlier, the FBR had also issued a notification on May 21, 2026, directing the opening of field offices on Friday, May 29, and Saturday, May 30.
In response, the State Bank of Pakistan issued instructions to commercial banks to support tax collection operations and facilitate payments.
The SBP directed all commercial banks to observe extended working hours until 5:30 PM on Friday, May 29, 2026, to facilitate over-the-counter tax payments.
It further instructed all Saturday-opening bank branches to remain operational from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on May 30.
Banks have also been advised to keep designated branches open for extended periods to support special clearing operations for government transactions conducted through the National Institutional Facilitation Technologies (NIFT).
The central bank additionally directed banks to ensure uninterrupted availability of digital payment channels, including internet banking, mobile apps, ATMs and other online systems, to facilitate electronic tax payments.
The move is expected to help the FBR maximize revenue collection at the end of the fiscal cycle while providing added convenience to taxpayers across the country.
