Karachi, April 26, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a substantial 55% increase in tax collection from electricity bills for the month of March 2025, reflecting a surge in energy consumption driven by rising industrial and commercial activity.
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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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Tax collection windows to remain open on Saturdays: FBR
Islamabad, April 25, 2025 – In a bid to facilitate taxpayers and ensure the achievement of tax collection targets, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that its offices will remain open on Saturdays until June 30, 2025.
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FBR further extends sales tax return deadlines for February, March
Islamabad, April 25, 2025 – In a continued effort to accommodate taxpayers facing procedural and technical hurdles, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a further extension for the filing of sales tax returns for the months of February and March 2025.
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FBR issues fresh customs valuation for Apple iPhones
Karachi, April 25, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued fresh customs valuation for Apple iPhones for determination of duty and taxes.
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FBR sees 28% drop in tax revenue from cash withdrawals
Karachi, April 25, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a notable 28% decrease in tax collection from cash withdrawals during the month of March 2025, highlighting a major shift in the behavior of banking customers.
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March 2025 tax collection from bank deposits plunges 54%
KARACHI, April 24, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has experienced a sharp decline in income tax collection from profits on bank deposits in March 2025, with receipts plunging by 54% compared to the same month last year.
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FBR sets strict deadlines for electronic invoice integration
Islamabad, April 23, 2025 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued fresh directives mandating registered taxpayers to integrate their invoicing systems electronically in accordance with the country’s push toward greater tax digitization and compliance.
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FBR virtually halts new sales tax registration: KTBA
Karachi, April 23, 2025 — The Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) has raised serious concerns over the abrupt cessation of new sales tax registration by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), calling the move disruptive and counterproductive to business compliance and economic activity.
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FBR mulls tax on YouTube, social media earnings in FY26 budget
Karachi, April 23, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is actively considering the introduction of a new tax regime targeting income generated through digital platforms such as YouTube and other social media channels.
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Understanding taxpayers’ rights when FBR impounds records
The relationship between the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the taxpayer should be grounded in fairness, accountability, and transparency. While the FBR has the legal authority to impound records during audits or investigations, it is equally important to highlight and protect the rights of taxpayers during this process. Often, individuals and businesses feel powerless when their accounts, documents, or digital data are seized. However, the law provides clear safeguards to ensure that taxpayers’ rights are respected.
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