Tag: Federal Board of Revenue

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clear powers under Rule 71 of the Sales Tax Rules, 2006 (updated for 2026) to recover sales tax from defaulters. Understanding how these recovery actions work can help businesses stay compliant and avoid legal complications.

Karachi, January 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has the authority to select taxpayers for e-audit under sales tax laws. The process is governed by Sales Tax Rules, 2006, updated for tax year 2026, allowing audits to be conducted electronically via IRIS or other approved digital platforms.

Karachi, January 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) selects taxpayers for sales tax audits under Rule 44A of Sales Tax Rules, 2006, updated for tax year 2026. This rule outlines a transparent selection and audit process using a combination of computerized random selection and parametric risk analysis.

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has the authority to conduct special sales tax audits under the Sales Tax Rules, 2006, updated for the tax year 2026. These audits ensure compliance with Pakistan’s sales tax laws and help registered businesses maintain accurate records.

Islamabad, January 15, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) reported that Federal Excise Duty (FED) collections saw significant growth in fiscal year 2024-25, with air travel emerging as a key contributor to revenue gains.

To ensure timely liquidity and uninterrupted supply of essential medicines, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced sector-specific sales tax refund rules for the pharmaceutical industry under the Sales Tax Rules, 2006 (updated for 2026).

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced special priority-based rules under the Sales Tax Rules, 2006 (updated for tax year 2026) to ensure faster and automated sales tax refunds for exporters. These rules are designed to improve liquidity, reduce delays, and minimize human intervention through digital processing systems.

Obtaining a sales tax refund from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) remains a challenging process for many taxpayers in Pakistan. However, refund rejection can largely be avoided if the claim is filed correctly with complete and compliant supporting documents.

Islamabad, January 14, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is spearheading a comprehensive agenda of institutional reforms, digital transformation, and automation to modernize Pakistan’s tax administration and significantly enhance the country’s tax-to-GDP ratio.