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24/07/2026

📢 FBR OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | PLANNED SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a scheduled system maintenance activity that will temporarily affect several online tax services.

📅 Maintenance Schedule

🕛 Start: 12:30 a.m. — Saturday, 8 August 2026

🕔 End: 5:00 a.m. — Monday, 10 August 2026

Services That Will Be Temporarily Unavailable

* IRIS Portal
* Digital Invoicing (DI)
* Payment System
* Synchronized Withholding Administration & Payment System (SWAPS)
* POS Registration

During this maintenance window, taxpayers and businesses will not be able to access these services or perform related transactions.

Action Required

✅ File pending Income Tax and Sales Tax returns before the maintenance period.

✅ Complete tax payments, registrations, and other time-sensitive transactions in advance.

✅ Plan your compliance activities to avoid delays caused by the temporary service interruption.

According to the FBR, all affected services are expected to resume immediately after the successful completion of the scheduled maintenance.

For assistance with Income Tax Returns, Sales Tax Returns, IRIS, Digital Invoicing, FBR Registration, Tax Compliance, and Corporate Tax Advisory, contact Allied Law Associates.

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24/07/2026

📢 FBR OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | INCOME TAX RETURN FILING FOR TAX YEAR 2026

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially announced that Income Tax Return filing for Tax Year 2026 will open from Monday, 27 July 2026 through the IRIS Portal.

Taxpayers are encouraged to begin preparing their financial records and supporting documents in advance to ensure timely and accurate filing once the return submission facility becomes available.

Key Highlights

📅 Return Filing Opens: Monday, 27 July 2026

✅ File your return with accurate and complete information.

✅ Ensure all income, assets, liabilities, and tax credits are correctly declared.

✅ Keep supporting documents ready to facilitate a smooth filing process.

Why Timely Filing Matters

* Maintains your tax compliance status.
* Helps avoid penalties and legal consequences arising from delayed or incorrect filing.
* Supports transparency and strengthens Pakistan’s tax system.
* Reduces the chances of notices arising from incomplete or inaccurate declarations.

⚖️ Professional Advice

Review your financial records before submitting your return. If your return involves business income, property transactions, foreign assets, capital gains, tax credits, or other complex matters, seek professional guidance to ensure compliance with the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.

For expert assistance with Income Tax Return Filing, Wealth Statements, Tax Planning, FBR Notices, ATL Status, and Corporate Tax Advisory, contact Allied Law Associates.

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04/07/2026

03/07/2026

📢 FBR ISSUES SALES TAX GENERAL ORDER NO. 8 OF 2026

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued Sales Tax General Order No. 8 of 2026, introducing stricter compliance requirements for the display of retail prices and sales tax on goods covered under the Third Schedule to the Sales Tax Act, 1990.

The objective is to improve transparency, ensure consumers can clearly identify the retail price and applicable sales tax, and strengthen enforcement against misleading product labeling.

Key Requirements

✅ Retail Price must be clearly displayed.

✅ Sales Tax amount must be prominently displayed.

✅ Printing must be legible, permanent, and easily readable.

✅ Font size and color should clearly contrast with the product packaging.

✅ Retail price and sales tax must not be hidden by stickers, wrappers, designs, monograms, or other packaging materials.

Who Is Affected?

This General Order applies to manufacturers and importers of goods specified in the Third Schedule to the Sales Tax Act, 1990.

Why It Matters

Businesses dealing with Third Schedule goods should review their product packaging and labeling to ensure compliance with the latest FBR directions. Failure to comply may result in action under the Sales Tax Act, 1990, and the Sales Tax Rules, 2006.

📅 Effective Date: 2 July 2026 (Immediate Effect)

💡 Professional Insight

This General Order does not introduce a new tax or increase the sales tax rate. It is a compliance measure aimed at ensuring the retail price and sales tax are displayed in a clear, visible, and standardized manner on applicable goods.

For assistance regarding Sales Tax Registration, FBR Compliance, Third Schedule Goods, Sales Tax Audits, Product Labeling Requirements, and Tax Advisory Services, contact Allied Law Associates.

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03/07/2026

📢 FBR REMINDER | SALES TAX BIOMETRIC RE-VERIFICATION

Under the Sales Tax Rules, 2006, certain registered sales taxpayers are required to complete annual biometric re-verification through NADRA e-Sahulat Centres during the month of July.

⚖️ Who Needs to Complete Biometric Re-Verification?

✅ Individual Registered Persons

✅ Members of an Association of Persons (AOP)

✅ Directors of a Company having only one shareholder/member

📅 When?

Biometric re-verification must be completed during the month of July at a designated NADRA e-Sahulat Centre.

⚠️ Why Is It Important?

Failure to complete the required biometric re-verification may result in restrictions on electronic filing of Sales Tax Returns through the IRIS portal, requiring prior authorization from the Commissioner in accordance with the applicable Sales Tax Rules.

📌 Action Required

If you are a registered sales taxpayer falling under the above categories, complete your biometric re-verification at the earliest to avoid any disruption in your return filing process.

For assistance with Sales Tax Registration, Biometric Verification, FBR IRIS, Return Filing, Active Taxpayer compliance, and other tax matters, contact Allied Law Associates.

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02/07/2026

📢 TAX YEAR 2027 | WITHHOLDING TAX ON IMPORTS (SECTION 148)

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has prescribed updated withholding tax rates under Section 148 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, read with Part II of the First Schedule, applicable for Tax Year 2027.

Importers should carefully determine the correct tax rate based on the category of imported goods and their tax status to ensure full compliance.

Key Highlights

✅ Different withholding tax rates apply based on the classification of imported goods.

✅ Separate rates are prescribed for Filers (ATL) and Non-Filers (Non-ATL).

✅ Commercial importers and other importers may be subject to different tax rates depending on the applicable schedule.

✅ Certain imports, including specified medicines and CKD kits for eligible electric vehicles, are subject to special rates.

Important Compliance Note

📌 The tax deducted under Section 148 may constitute:

• Advance Tax for industrial undertakings importing specified goods; or

• Minimum Tax in other applicable cases, as provided under the Income Tax Ordinance.

Additionally, Section 148 withholding tax does not apply where the payment for imported goods has already been subjected to the Digital Presence Proceeds Levy, subject to the applicable legal provisions.

Professional Insight

Importers should verify the correct classification of goods, applicable schedule, and tax treatment before clearing consignments. Proper planning and compliance can help avoid disputes, additional tax demands, and penalties.

For expert assistance regarding import taxation, withholding tax, customs compliance, income tax advisory, and FBR matters, contact Allied Law Associates.

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02/07/2026

📢 PRA UPDATE | 8% TAXABLE SERVICES

The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) continues to levy 8% Punjab Sales Tax on Services (PSTS) on specific service sectors under the applicable tax laws. Businesses operating in these sectors should ensure proper registration, invoicing, and timely compliance with PRA requirements.

Services Subject to 8% PSTS

✅ Architects

✅ Warehouses & Cold Storages

✅ Renting of Bulldozers & Excavators

✅ Recreational & Fitness Facilities

✅ Apartment House Management

✅ Marriage Halls, Event Management & Catering

✅ Travel & Tour Operators

✅ Rent-a-Car Services

✅ Property Dealers

✅ Dry Cleaners

Why This Matters

• Businesses must charge the correct applicable tax rate on taxable services.

• Proper issuance of tax invoices and timely filing of sales tax returns are essential for compliance.

• Maintaining accurate records helps avoid penalties, notices, and audit-related issues.

Professional Insight

The applicable Punjab Sales Tax rate depends on the nature of the service provided. Businesses should carefully determine the correct tax classification before issuing invoices or filing returns, as different services may be subject to different tax rates under the Punjab Sales Tax on Services Act.

If you are unsure whether your business falls under the 8% category or need assistance with PRA registration, return filing, audits, or tax compliance, consult a qualified tax professional.

For expert guidance, contact Allied Law Associates.

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01/07/2026

📢 PRA UPDATE | RESTAURANT CARD PAYMENTS

Effective 1 July 2026, the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has revised the Punjab Sales Tax on Services (PSTS) applicable to restaurant payments made through credit cards, debit cards, digital wallets, and QR code payments.

⚖️ What’s Changed?

✅ Digital Payments: 8% PSTS

✅ Cash & Other Conventional Payment Methods: 16% PSTS

📌 Why This Matters

The revised tax structure is intended to encourage digital transactions while maintaining a higher tax rate on cash and conventional payment methods. Customers paying digitally at restaurants may benefit from the lower applicable tax rate, while restaurant operators should ensure their billing and POS systems apply the correct rate based on the payment method.

💡 Professional Insight

Restaurant owners should review their invoicing systems, POS configurations, and payment processing procedures to ensure compliance with the revised PRA tax rates. Customers should also verify that the correct tax rate is applied to their restaurant bills based on the payment method used.

For expert guidance on Punjab Sales Tax, PRA registration, return filing, restaurant tax compliance, and other tax advisory services, contact Allied Law Associates.

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26/06/2026

🚨 PRA OFFICIAL CLARIFICATION

The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has officially clarified that no Punjab Sales Tax on Services (PSTS) has been imposed on rented non-residential properties under the Finance Bill 2026.

❌ False Claim
Reports circulating on social media claiming that a 16% sales tax will apply to all rented non-residential properties from 1 July 2026 are incorrect.

✅ Official Position
• The Finance Bill 2026 contains no provision imposing Punjab Sales Tax on Services (PSTS) on rented non-residential properties.
• No 16% PSTS has been introduced on such properties with effect from 1 July 2026 or any future date under the current Finance Bill.

📌 Key Takeaway

Always verify tax-related information through official government notifications before making business or financial decisions. Misinformation can lead to unnecessary confusion and incorrect compliance actions.

For professional guidance on PRA matters, Punjab Sales Tax, tax compliance, and legal advisory services, contact Allied Law Associates.

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24/06/2026

🏡 GREEN PROPERTY CERTIFICATE (GPC)

Punjab is introducing the Green Property Certificate (GPC), a major step toward the digitization and modernization of land records and property ownership verification.

The initiative aims to enhance transparency, strengthen ownership verification, and reduce the risk of fraudulent property transactions through a technology-driven framework. (Punjab Land Records Authority)

⚖️ Key Features

✅ Digitally Verified Ownership Record

✅ QR Code Verification

✅ Biometric Authentication

✅ Enhanced Transparency in Property Transactions

✅ Reduced Risk of Fraudulent Ownership Claims

✅ Improved Verification of Property Status

How to Obtain a Green Property Certificate

📍 Local Pakistanis

• Visit the nearest Arazi Record Center / Land Record Center

• Provide CNIC and property ownership details

• Submit relevant ownership documents

• Complete verification requirements

• Undergo biometric verification

• Obtain the Green Property Certificate after successful processing

🌍 Overseas Pakistanis

• Apply through the relevant PLRA digital platforms

• Upload ownership documents and NICOP

• Complete required verification procedures

• Utilize authorized representatives where legally permissible

💡 Why It Matters

The Green Property Certificate is intended to provide a more secure, transparent, and digitally verifiable property ownership framework, helping buyers, sellers, investors, and overseas Pakistanis conduct property transactions with greater confidence. (Punjab Land Records Authority)

For professional guidance regarding property transfers, inheritance matters, property taxation, legal due diligence, and land record verification, contact Allied Law Associates.

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