Karachi, July 31, 2024 –The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has eliminated the holding period concept for immovable properties acquired on or after July 1, 2024. This change marks a substantial shift in the taxation of real estate transactions within Pakistan.
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Exporters to Pay 2% Tax to Withholding Agents: FBR
Karachi, July 31, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that exporters must now pay a 2% income tax to withholding agents. This tax is divided into two parts: a 1% minimum tax and a 1% adjustable advance tax.
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FBR Empowers Commissioners to Inquire About Foreign Assets
Karachi, July 31, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has empowered commissioners of Inland Revenue (IR) to inquire about foreign assets held by residents, as part of its efforts to enhance tax compliance and transparency.
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FBR Exempts NICOP Holders from Non-Filing Travel Restrictions
Karachi, July 31, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a significant exemption for individuals holding a National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) from penalties imposed for non-filing of income tax returns.
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Stricter Tax Regulations for Foreign Businesses in Pakistan
Karachi, July 31, 2024 – Pakistan has introduced stricter tax rules for non-residents with substantial business activities within the country. This initiative, driven by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), aims to capture a larger share of revenue from global entities benefiting from the Pakistani market.
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FBR Defers Biometric Verification Implementation to August 31
Karachi, July 30, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has postponed the implementation of biometric verification requirements until August 31, 2024, as announced by the FBR Chairman.
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Higher Tax Rates Imposed on Late Filers, Non-Filers: FBR
Karachi, July 30, 2024 – In a bid to ensure timely compliance with income tax filing requirements, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced the imposition of higher withholding tax rates on late filers and non-filers. This significant change has been enacted through amendments in the Finance Act, 2024.
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FBR Tightens Tax Exemption Rules for AOPs Under Finance Act
Karachi, July 30, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced significant changes to the tax exemption policies for Associations of Persons (AOPs) through amendments in the Finance Act, 2024.
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FBR Clarifies 100% Tax Credit for Sindh Coal Mining
Karachi, July 30, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a crucial clarification regarding tax credits for coal mining operations in Sindh. According to the latest Circular No. 1 of 2024-25, which outlines amendments made to the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 through the Finance Act, 2024, a 100% tax credit is available for income exclusively derived from coal mining activities in Sindh.
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FBR Introduces Changes to Share Acquisition Tax Rules
Karachi, July 30, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a significant update in the taxation process for acquiring shares, following the amendments introduced through the Finance Act, 2024.
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