In Pakistan’s trade and customs framework, the Electronic Import Form (EIF) plays a central role for all importers of goods. Introduced through the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) regulations and integrated into the WeBOC (Web-Based One Customs) system, EIF ensures that every import transaction is properly declared, monitored, and aligned with foreign exchange regulations.
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Pakistan Customs targets 80% green channel clearance
Karachi, September 3, 2025 – Pakistan Customs is working toward a major milestone in trade facilitation by aiming to clear 80 percent of import consignments through the green channel system, a move that promises to significantly reduce clearance times and enhance business confidence.
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FBR reorganizes customs post-clearance, internal audit framework
Karachi, September 1, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a major reorganization of Pakistan’s post-clearance and internal audit mechanisms for Customs, aimed at strengthening compliance, increasing transparency, and integrating modern risk-based methodologies.
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Customs clearing agents welcome faceless system implementation
Karachi – August 29, 2025 – The All Pakistan Customs Agents Association (APCAA) and Karachi Customs Agents Association (KCAA) have expressed strong satisfaction with the introduction of the Faceless Customs Clearance system, calling it a milestone in modernizing trade procedures.
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Shakeel Shah takes charge as Member Customs Operations
Islamabad, August 26, 2025 – Syed Shakeel Shah, a BS-21 officer of the Pakistan Customs Service (PCS), has officially assumed the position of Member Customs Operations, according to a notification issued on Tuesday.
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FCA reforms drive 50% surge in Pakistan customs revenue
Karachi, August 9, 2025 – The Faceless Customs Assessment (FCA) system has driven a remarkable 50% surge in revenue collection for Pakistan Customs, according to Associated Press of Pakistan (APP).
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Peshawar Customs to hold major vehicle auction on Aug 12
Peshawar, August 8, 2025 – The Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Peshawar, has announced that it will conduct a large-scale public auction of confiscated and non-duty-paid vehicles on August 12, 2025.
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Pakistan slaps penalty in trade-based money laundering case
ISLAMABAD – In a landmark crackdown on financial crime, Pakistan has imposed a record monetary penalty of Rs111 billion on 13 import firms involved in a massive money laundering operation through inflated invoices on solar panel imports. This is one of the most significant trade-based money laundering cases in the country’s history, exposing deep-rooted vulnerabilities in the trade and financial system.
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Principal appraiser penalized for shocking inefficiency
Islamabad, July 23, 2025 – In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has dropped the hammer on a principal appraiser involved in a serious case of negligence that cost the exchequer dearly.
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FBR punishes customs officials in Samsung Galaxy A7 case
Karachi, July 21, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has penalized three customs officials from the Collectorate of Customs Airports, Karachi, for their role in the incorrect examination, assessment, and clearance of consignments containing “New Samsung Galaxy Tablets A7.”
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