NTN & Filer in Pakistan: Your Guide to Tax Compliance

What is NTN?

The National Tax Number (NTN) is a unique 7-digit identifier issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Pakistan to individuals, businesses, and entities for tax purposes. It tracks taxpayers, ensures tax compliance, and is required for:

Filing income, property, or sales tax returns.

Opening business bank accounts.

Financial transactions like property or vehicle purchases.

What is a Filer?

A Filer is an individual or business registered with the FBR who files annual income tax returns. Filers enjoy benefits like:

Lower withholding tax rates (e.g., 1% vs. 2% on property transactions).

Reduced taxes on vehicle registration (e.g., PKR 10,000 for a 1000cc car vs. higher for non-filers).

Easier access to loans and better credit ratings.

Avoidance of penalties and legal issues.

Non-Filers face higher taxes, fines, and restrictions on transactions.

Who Needs an NTN & Filer Status?

Individuals: Earning above PKR 600,000 annually, professionals (e.g., doctors, lawyers), or property owners (e.g., 5-marla house/flat).

Businesses: All companies, partnerships, or Associations of Persons (AOPs) must register.

Others: Non-residents with taxable income in Pakistan or anyone aged 18+ with taxable activities.

Process to Obtain NTN & Become a Filer

Step 1: Obtain an NTN

Online (via FBR Iris Portal):

Visit FBR Iris Portal.

Click “Registration for Unregistered Person.”

Enter your CNIC (for individuals) or business registration number.

Fill in personal/business details (address, contact, bank info).

Verify via email/phone and submit.

Receive NTN instantly (CNIC is NTN for individuals; businesses get a 7-digit number).

Offline (via Regional Tax Office – RTO):

Visit the nearest RTO.

Fill out Form 181 (voluntary registration).

Submit required documents.

Pay any applicable fee.

Receive NTN after verification (1-2 weeks).

Step 2: Become a Filer

Select the income tax return form for the current tax year.

Enter income, expenses, and deductions.

Attach required documents (e.g., salary slips, bank statements).

Submit by the deadline (usually September 30, may extend to October).

Receive acknowledgment; your status updates to “Filer” within 24 hours.

Note: First-time filers pay a PKR 1,000 late-filing surcharge if filing after the deadline.

Documents Required

For Individuals:

Copy of CNIC.

Latest payslip or salary certificate (if employed).

Bank statement (if applicable).

Property papers or rental agreement (if owning/renting property).

Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill not older than 3 months).

Valid email and phone number (SIM registered to CNIC).

For Businesses/AOPs:

CNIC copies of all partners/directors.

Incorporation certificate (from SECP for companies).

Partnership deed (for firms, registered or unregistered).

Proof of business address (utility bill or rent agreement on PKR 200 stamp paper).

Authority letter naming a representative (signed by all directors/partners).

Email and phone number of the principal officer.

Charges

NTN Registration: Free via the FBR Iris Portal or RTO.

Late Filing Surcharge: PKR 1,000 for first-time filers submitting after the deadline.

Professional Services: Consultancy fees vary (e.g., PKR 3,000–5,000 depending on complexity). Contact us for affordable, tailored packages.

Penalties for Non-Compliance: Fines for late filing or non-filing start at PKR 1,000 and increase based on income.

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