Are you engaged in exporting services from Pakistan, including IT and IT-enabled services? Understanding tax obligations on payments received from abroad is crucial for compliance and financial planning. For tax year 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has updated the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, introducing Section 154A to govern tax deduction on export of services.
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Tax Deduction on Exports in Pakistan: FBR Rules for 2026
Are you an exporter in Pakistan? Understanding the tax rules for export proceeds is crucial to remain compliant and optimize your tax planning. For the tax year 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has updated the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 under Section 154, detailing tax deduction on export proceeds.
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Income Tax Deduction on Payments for Goods and Services in Tax Year 2026
Are you engaged in the business of goods, services, or contracts in Pakistan? If yes, understanding your income tax deduction at source obligations for tax year 2026 is critical to avoid penalties and ensure compliance.
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CTO Lahore recovers Rs2.65 billion from taxpayer in major enforcement drive
Lahore, December 25, 2025 — In a significant enforcement breakthrough, the Corporate Tax Office (CTO) Lahore has recovered Rs2.646 billion from a taxpayer who failed to fulfill his statutory obligations, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced on Wednesday.
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Tax Deduction on Payments to Non-Residents: FBR Guidelines for Tax Year 2026
Are you making payments to non-residents for business contracts, services, or investments? Understanding Section 152 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 is crucial to comply with Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) regulations for tax year 2026.
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Tax Deduction at Source Under Section 151A: Investors Must Know
Are you an investor in debt securities earning capital gains? The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) mandates tax deduction at source (TDS) under Section 151A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. Understanding these rules ensures compliance and helps you avoid penalties for tax year 2026.
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How tax is deducted at source on your deposits: FBR explains profit on debt
Are you earning profit from bank deposits, National Savings Certificates, or government bonds? Then it’s important to understand how tax is deducted at source (TDS) on these earnings. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) explains the rules under Section 151 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 for tax year 2026.
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FBR revises reward rules for Inland Revenue officials
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced amendments to the reward framework for Inland Revenue officials, aiming to update and rationalize incentives for meritorious and high-performing employees.
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FBR notifies special procedure for customs clearance at Sost dry port
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a notification introducing a special procedure for customs clearance of imported goods at the Sost Dry Port, aiming to streamline trade and facilitate businesses operating in the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) region.
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FBR announces extended hours for December 2025 tax collection
Islamabad, December 24, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that its field offices will operate with extended working hours to facilitate taxpayers in meeting their duty and tax obligations before the year-end deadlines.
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