PTA asks FBR not to collect tax on phones imported before 1st July 2019

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is collecting taxes on cellphones which international travelers brought into the country under the Baggage Rules, which is that…

FBR to launch single online tax portal for filers

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and four provincial governments have agreed to introduce an online portal facility for taxpayers to submit their sales tax…

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Govt imposes hefty taxes on mobile phone imports, upto Rs. 36,000 for high-end smartphones

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Federal Board of Revenue has announced flat rates against various price segments on the import of mobile phones to set aside any ambiguities. Previously, we…

FBR reduces upto 45% tax on imported mobile phones

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In its effort to discourage the mobile phone smuggling mafias in the country, Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reduced the tax on imported phones…

FBR tax profiling system is not foolproof and people are sharing their concerns

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Despite the claim of FBR’s Chairman that the online tax portal for around 53 million citizens is secured, some users have confirmed that the website’s…

FBR’s new online tax profiling system lets you view your tax details

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Federal Board of Revenue has announced a new online tax profiling system that allows 53 million citizens of Pakistan to view their tax details, travel…

Govt to collect general sales tax in real-time through a mobile app

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The government in an attempt to increase revenue from food and accommodation sector is planning to launch a mobile app for real-time collection of general…

FBR tests AI-powered online tax collection system to end corruption

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In its effort to curb tax evasion and avoidance, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is beta-testing an artificial intelligence-powered automated tax collection system which…

Only 5% sales tax on IT services in federal territories now, FBR issues notification

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The IT sector has been neglected in Pakistan for many years. People have perceived the field of IT as a small industry despite the fact…

Pakistan is going to tax Facebook & Google

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is considering to impose a tax on offshore digital companies, including tech giants such as Amazon, Facebook, and Google…

IT and Telecom Industry

Mobile operators will now share customer data with FBR

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About a month ago, FBR admitted that it was unable to collect data from telecom operators in Pakistan and therefore it was unable to properly…

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Only 29% NTN holders filed for income tax in 2016

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Activities at the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) are in full swing as the deadline of income tax filing is coming near. Read also: How…

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FBR launching modified automated e-filling system for return claims in June

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The Federal Board of Revenue is working on the launch of a new modified automated system for filing of ST&FE returns that will eliminate a…

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