Revenue Without Return: The Taxpayer’s Alibi in Pakistan’s Fiscal Crisis
Pakistan’s tax crisis is less about unwilling taxpayers and more about state inefficiency, debt-driven governance, and misuse of resources. Despite record collections, citizens see little return for their contributions, leaving the fiscal system strained and trust eroded.
FBR Launches Phone Call Campaign to Guide Taxpayers on Filing Returns
FBR has launched a taxpayer awareness campaign through official phone calls, guiding citizens on filing income tax returns and introducing its new online portal.
FBR Introduces Stricter Oversight Measures for Pakistan’s E-Commerce Sector
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has moved to tighten compliance in Pakistan’s e-commerce ecosystem by introducing mandatory quarterly and monthly tax reporting for couriers, payment intermediaries, and online marketplaces.
FBR Releases Finalized 2025 Tax Return Forms After Weeks of Delay
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued the finalized income tax return forms for the tax year 2025, following weeks of uncertainty. While the new forms aim to simplify filing, experts urge clarity on returns filed during the draft phase and call for a possible deadline extension.
FBR Imposes Rs. 200,000 Limit on Cash-on-Delivery E-Commerce Payments
The Federal Board of Revenue has set a Rs. 200,000 cap for Cash-on-Delivery transactions in e-commerce, aiming to promote digital payments and enhance transparency.
FBR Rolls Out 25-Page “Simplified” E-Filing Tax Form for 2025, Invites Feedback on New Rules
Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue has introduced a draft 25-page electronic income tax return form for individuals and companies for tax year 2025, inviting public feedback before finalizing the new compliance framework.
FBR Falls Short of FY25 Tax Target by Nearly Rs. 1.5 Trillion Despite Revisions
Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue missed its FY25 tax collection target by almost Rs. 1.5 trillion, signaling deep fiscal pressures even after two downward revisions.