- Pakistani Federal Board of Revenue issued updated Sales and Tax Rules Guidelines in 2025
- Guidelines cover key term definitions, registration, refunds, and penalties
- Sales tax registration requires submission of Form STR-1 electronically
- Additional requirements include bank account certificate, registration numbers, and GPS-tagged photographs
- Individuals and entities with one shareholder must submit a balance sheet
- Biometric verification through NADRA e-Sahulat Centre required for registration
- Non-compliance leads to removal from the sales tax Active Taxpayer List
- Government aims to establish a more transparent and efficient tax system
- Individuals and businesses in Pakistan should review the guidelines for impact on them
Source: vatabout.com
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