Islamabad, December 12, 2025 – In a significant enforcement action against the illicit tobacco trade, the Regional Tax Office (RTO) Abbottabad has dismantled a fully operational illegal cigarette manufacturing facility, seizing high-capacity MK-8 cigarette-making machines, packing units, stamping and bundle-making equipment, along with substantial quantities of raw tobacco, packaging materials, and non-duty-paid cigarettes.
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PM Shehbaz directs FBR to expedite sales tax refunds, strengthen tax compliance
Islamabad, December 11, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday instructed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to accelerate the release of sales tax refunds, aiming to improve liquidity for businesses and boost economic activity across the country.
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Taxation Principles for Permanent Establishments in Pakistan: Non-Residents Tax Year 2026
Islamabad, December 12, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified the principles of taxation for permanent establishments (PEs) of non-resident persons operating in Pakistan under Section 105 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for the tax year 2026.
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FBR amends rules for active taxpayers of AJK and GB
Islamabad, December 12, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced significant amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 2002, aimed at streamlining the process of recognizing active taxpayers belonging to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB). The draft amendments were issued through SRO 2423(I)/2025 on December 11, 2025.
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FBR to launch digital tax operations training for nearly 1,100 Officers
Islamabad, December 11, 2025: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing to launch an extensive training program aimed at equipping its officers with advanced skills in digital tax operations, data analytics, and modern compliance systems.
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FBR introduces new valuation method for steel products to collect sales tax
Karachi, December 10, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a revised valuation mechanism for steel products to streamline and enhance sales tax collection across the steel sector. The updated valuation method was formally notified through SRO 2402(I)/2025, issued on Wednesday.
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LTO Karachi begins monitoring foreign assets of high net-worth individuals
Karachi, December 10, 2025 – The Large Taxpayers Office (LTO) Karachi has initiated the assessment and monitoring of foreign assets belonging to several high net-worth individuals, following directives issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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FBR sets December 31 deadline for corporate return filing for tax year 2025
Karachi, December 10, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially announced December 31, 2025 as the last date for corporate entities to file their annual income tax returns for Tax Year 2025. The tax authority has reminded companies to ensure timely filing in compliance with the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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FBR clarifies tax treatment of gains on disposal of assets outside Pakistan
Islamabad, December 10, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provided detailed guidance on the tax treatment of gains from disposal of assets outside Pakistan under Section 101A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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FBR explains geographical source of income for tax year 2026
Islamabad, December 10, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has provided a comprehensive explanation on what constitutes Pakistan-source income for Tax Year 2026 under Section 101 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
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