Islamabad, February 26, 2026: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has detected trade fraud cases totaling Rs30.46 billion following the successful rollout of its transformation plan. According to official FBR documents, customs authorities identified 174 cases of misdeclaration and under-valuation, safeguarding Rs1.37 billion in duties and taxes.
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FBR, Pakistan’s national tax collecting agency, plays a crucial role in the country’s economy. Pakistan Revenue is committed to providing readers with the latest updates and developments regarding FBR activities.
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Foreign investors cry foul as Rs103bn in tax refunds remain stuck at FBR
Karachi: Foreign investors operating in Pakistan have strongly urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to immediately release long-pending tax refunds amounting to Rs103 billion, warning that persistent delays are causing severe liquidity constraints and disrupting business operations.
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FBR Scripts Your Cash Withdrawal for Tax Investigation
With Pakistan’s tax authorities stepping up efforts to broaden the tax base, your cash withdrawals from banks are now under closer scrutiny. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) tracks significant cash withdrawals to ensure tax compliance, and banks are required to report details of large transactions.
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How Much Credit Card Payment Triggers FBR Scrutiny? You Must Know
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is keeping a close eye on credit card transactions as part of its initiative to broaden Pakistan’s tax base. Citizens using credit cards should be aware that certain payment thresholds trigger mandatory reporting by banks to the FBR.
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FBR introduces format for bank deposit reporting: What account holders should know
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a format for banks to provide account holders’ deposit details. Citizens with significant deposits should be prepared for scrutiny as part of the government’s effort to enhance tax compliance.
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Public auctions generate Rs9 billion in FBR tax revenue in 7MFY26
Islamabad, February 21, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has collected more than Rs9 billion as advance income tax from public auctions during the first seven months (July–January) of fiscal year 2025-26.
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FBR’s prize bond jackpot: Tax collections hit Rs5 billion
Islamabad, February 21, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has collected more than Rs5 billion as income tax from prize bond winnings during the first seven months (July–January) of the fiscal year 2025-26.
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FBR shuffles top high-profile 11 PCS officers in major transfer move
Islamabad, February 20, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Friday announced the transfers and postings of high-profile officers of the Pakistan Customs Service (PCS) with immediate effect. The moves are aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening leadership across key customs departments nationwide.
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Karachi lights up FBR revenue, pays over Rs15 billion via electricity bills
Karachi, February 20, 2026 – Karachi, Pakistan’s financial and commercial hub, has generated over Rs15 billion in advance income tax collected through electricity bills during the first seven months (July to January) of fiscal year 2025-26, according to data from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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Soneri Bank battles FBR over multi-billion tax disputes
Karachi, February 19, 2026 – Soneri Bank Limited has revealed significant tax contingencies in its 2025 annual report submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), highlighting ongoing disputes with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) that could involve billions of rupees in potential liabilities.
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