Islamabad, January 20, 2025 – The National Assembly is set to approve the “Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024,” which aims to overhaul the taxation regime by abolishing higher withholding tax rates for non-filers.
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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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FBR Disallows Sales Tax Refund Claims Filed After One Year
Karachi, January 19, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that it will no longer entertain claims for sales tax refunds filed beyond a one-year period. This decision, based on Section 66 of the Sales Tax Act, 1990, emphasizes strict adherence to the stipulated time frame for refund claims.
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FBR Acquires 5-Year Data on Car Purchases by Non-Filers
Karachi, January 19, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has acquired extensive data on car purchases made over the past five years to initiate a crackdown on individuals with taxable income who have failed to meet their tax obligations.
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Transit Trade Monitoring Debacle: Call for Thorough Probe
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recently brought grave allegations against a company entrusted with the critical task of monitoring and tracking cargo in transit.
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FBR to Pay Interest at KIBOR for Delayed Sales Tax Refunds
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has confirmed its obligation to pay interest on delayed sales tax refunds at the annual Karachi Interbank Offered Rate (KIBOR).
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Sindh Initiates Real-Time Property Transaction Sharing with FBR
Karachi, January 18, 2025 – In a landmark move to bolster transparency and enhance tax compliance, the Sindh province has commenced real-time sharing of property transaction details with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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FBR Lowers Corporate Tax Rate for Banks to 43%
Karachi, January 17, 2025 – In a major development for Pakistan’s banking sector, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a reduction in the corporate tax rate for banks to 43%, down from the previous 44%. This revised tax rate will take effect for the tax year 2026, commencing on January 1, 2025.
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FBR Formally Issues Azerbaijan-Pakistan Transit Trade Rules
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially announced the Azerbaijan-Pakistan Transit Trade Rules 2024, a landmark step towards enhancing bilateral and transit trade between the two nations.
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PM Shehbaz Warns FBR: No Tolerance for False Cases
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning to officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Thursday, emphasizing that any individual found fabricating cases or presenting weak grounds in tax-related matters will face exemplary punitive actions. This declaration underscores the premier’s zero-tolerance policy towards malpractice and inefficiency within the revenue body.
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FBR Establishes Data Governance Office
Islamabad, January 16, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a significant step towards enhancing its data management capabilities by announcing the establishment of a dedicated Data Governance Office. This initiative aligns with the recently approved Data Governance and Information Security Policy of the FBR.
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