Pakistan Revenue
The Federal Board of Revenue is Pakistan’s apex tax agency, overseeing tax collection and policies. Pakistan Revenue is committed to providing timely updates on the Federal Board of Revenue to its readers.
Foreign investors considering opportunities in Pakistan often ask whether their investment income is tax-exempt. In 2026, Pakistan provides significant tax incentives for certain foreign investments under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, particularly through Section 44A, which links tax exemptions to the Foreign Investment (Promotion and Protection) Act, 2022.
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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) outlining the process for inquiries, investigations, prosecutions, and arrests in sales tax fraud cases under Section 37A of the Sales Tax Act 1990.
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Islamabad, March 6, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has shared a detailed revenue collection strategy with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), expressing confidence that Pakistan will achieve its revised tax target for the fiscal year 2025–26 despite a significant shortfall in collections so far.
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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has the legal authority to stop a person from leaving the country if they have outstanding tax liabilities or are suspected of trying to evade payment by permanently departing Pakistan. This authority is granted under Section 145 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 and Rule 70 of the Income […]
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Islamabad: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Thursday initiated the design phase of a National Cargo Tracking System (CTS) along with an integrated e-Bilty mechanism, marking a significant step toward digitizing cargo monitoring, improving tax compliance, and curbing smuggling across Pakistan.
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Islamabad, March 5, 2026: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Thursday announced the extension of the income tax concession on the import of white crystalline sugar until February 28, 2026. The move aims to stabilize domestic sugar prices and support local market supply.
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Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday announced that the government plans to amend the Federal Board of Revenue Act 2007 through the upcoming Finance Act 2026 to shift tax policy responsibilities from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to a newly established Tax Policy Office under the Ministry of Finance.
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Karachi, March 4, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a tax demand of Rs19 billion against United Bank Limited (UBL), covering income tax and federal excise duty (FED) for past years up to the tax year 2025.
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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has the authority to value assets discovered as undeclared or concealed by taxpayers under Rule 228 of the Income Tax Rules, 2002, amended up to November 24, 2023. This rule empowers tax authorities to determine the fair market value of assets to ensure correct taxation under the Income Tax […]
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Islamabad, March 3, 2026 — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has agreed to provide relief in the payment of super tax by allowing installments until June 30, 2026, according to industry sources.
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