Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has unveiled a draft taxation framework aimed at bringing Pakistani social media influencers into the formal tax net, targeting high-income earners who have largely remained undocumented.
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FBR imposes tax on social media content in Pakistan
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – In a landmark move to expand the tax net into the digital economy, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed the imposition of income tax on foreign social media content consumed in Pakistan. The proposal has been introduced through SRO 545(I)/2026, outlining draft amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 2002.
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FBR announces major withholding tax relief for property builders, developers
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Wednesday announced significant relief measures regarding withholding tax for property builders and developers, aiming to ease liquidity pressures and streamline tax compliance in the construction sector.
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FBR misses March 2026 target, faces Rs180 billion shortfall
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a significant shortfall in tax collection for March 2026, collecting Rs1,187 billion against the monthly target of Rs1,367 billion, sources said. This reflects a gap of Rs180 billion, highlighting ongoing fiscal pressures on Pakistan’s revenue system.
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FBR unveils new policy for disposal of tampered vehicles
Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a comprehensive procedure for the use and disposal of confiscated vehicles with tampered chassis numbers through Customs General Order (CGO) No. 04 of 2026. The new policy, effective from April 1, 2026, aims to ensure transparency, uniformity, and accountability in handling such vehicles across Pakistan.
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FBR gives taxpayers 72-hour window to fix e-invoices
Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a significant facilitation measure for taxpayers by allowing the cancellation, deletion, and editing of electronic sales tax invoices under defined conditions.
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FBR sets new customs values for imported beverages – VR 2052/2026
Karachi, March 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue has issued a new valuation ruling to determine customs values for imported beverages of foreign brands, aiming to streamline duty and tax collection at the import stage.
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FBR updates LED lighting import customs valuation after 9 years
Karachi, March 30, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued fresh customs values for LED bulbs and tube lights through Valuation Ruling (VR) 2055/2026 to streamline import assessments and align them with prevailing market trends.
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FBR issues new polyester fabric import values – full rate list
Karachi, March 30, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has revised customs values of imported polyester fabrics through a new valuation ruling aimed at ensuring transparency and uniformity in duty assessment at the import stage.
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How FBR determines your salary income for return filing 2026
If you are a salaried individual earning above the threshold of Rs. 600,000 annually, understanding how the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) calculates your income is essential for accurate tax return filing in tax year 2026.
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