FBR Tax Return Filing in Pakistan: Salary, Freelancer & Business Returns

A salary return is Rs 1,750, a freelancer return is Rs 2,000 and a business return is Rs 2,500. NTN registration, if you need one, is an optional add-on of Rs 499. These are our service fees. FBR does not charge a fee for filing, and any income tax you owe is paid separately to FBR.

In general, you must file if your taxable income is above the exemption limit set by the Finance Act, and in several other cases such as holding an NTN, owning certain vehicles or property, or having a commercial or industrial electricity connection. The rules change with each budget, so tell us your situation and we confirm what applies to you.

For individuals the usual due date is 30 September following the end of the tax year (30 June). FBR sometimes extends the date, and companies have different dates. You can still file after the due date, but a late-filing penalty may apply, so it is best to file early.

A filer has filed the latest return and appears on FBR's Active Taxpayer List (ATL). Non-filers pay higher withholding tax on things like bank transactions, vehicle registration and property purchases. FBR updates the ATL on its own schedule, so the listing can take a little time after you file.

You need an NTN and a filed income tax return for the latest tax year. After FBR processes your return, your name appears on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL). Baramdat can register your NTN and file your return, then guide you on checking your ATL status.

Choose Salary Return if your income is mainly from an employer. Choose Freelancer Return if you earn from freelancing, remote work or online platforms, in Pakistan or abroad. Choose Business Return if you run a shop, trade or small business. If your income mixes sources, order the higher option or tell us in the notes and we advise before filing.

Your CNIC, NTN and Iris login details (or the NTN add-on), your salary certificate or income records, bank statements or a profit certificate, and details of your assets on 30 June such as bank balances, vehicles, property and gold. Freelancers add income statements, and businesses add a sales and expense summary.

Yes. Tick the NTN registration add-on (Rs 499) when you order. We register you on FBR Iris first and then file your return. You can also order NTN registration on its own.

Usually 1-2 working days after we receive complete documents. Near the due date the volume is higher, so upload your documents early. If your NTN also needs registering, allow a little extra time.

The wealth statement lists your assets and liabilities on 30 June, such as bank balances, vehicles, property, gold and loans. Individuals file it with the return, and a reconciliation shows how your wealth changed during the year. It is included in all three packages.

Often yes. A return with no tax payable is still a valid return and makes you a filer, which reduces withholding tax on many transactions. Whether you are required to file depends on your situation, and we can tell you once we see your details.

Yes. Order the Freelancer Return and upload your Payoneer, bank or wallet statements for the year. If you have complex income from several countries or a company structure, mention it in the notes and we confirm the scope before filing.

Yes, in most cases. Tell us the years you need in the order. We confirm any extra charge before starting and explain any late-filing penalty that may apply.

Refunds are possible only when more tax was deducted than you owe, and FBR decides whether and when to pay. We prepare your return correctly, but we cannot promise a refund or its timing.

Your documents are shared only with the tax professional handling your return and are used only for your filing. We never ask for your bank PIN, card number or online banking password. We recommend changing your Iris password after filing.

After ordering you get an invoice and can pay securely online with PayFast (JazzCash, Easypaisa, bank account or card). Work starts once payment is received. Log in to your Baramdat account to upload documents, message the team and download your acknowledgement.