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Annual Return Filing for Individuals and Businesses

Government fees disclosed upfront
Free first consultation
Filed and followed up by our team

Whether you're salaried, a freelancer, or running a registered company, Pakistan requires you to submit an annual income tax return, and for companies, SECP also requires a separate annual return on top of the FBR filing. Missing the deadline doesn't just risk a penalty. It can also drop you off FBR's Active Taxpayer List, which brings higher withholding tax rates immediately.

We collect what's needed, calculate the return correctly, and file it with FBR's IRIS portal and, where applicable, SECP, so the filing happens on time instead of becoming a last-minute scramble every year.

People describe this task differently depending on who they are: submit tax return, file income tax return, or annual return filing all point to the same FBR obligation for individuals, while company annual return SECP refers to the separate corporate filing companies also owe. We handle both sides so you're not trying to figure out which one applies to you.

Who needs this

Salaried individuals required to file
Freelancers and sole proprietors
Registered companies needing both FBR and SECP annual filings
Anyone who's missed a previous year and needs to catch up before continuing to next year's filing

Documents Required

What you'll need

NTN
Salary certificate or business income records
Bank statements for the tax year
Wealth statement details, for individuals above the filing threshold
Prior year's return, if available, for continuity

Fees & Timeline

What this costs

Our fee depends on whether this is an individual salaried return, a freelancer or business return, or a company filing requiring both FBR and SECP submissions. We quote a flat fee once we know which applies.

Process

How it works

STEP 01

Document Collection

We give you a clear checklist so nothing's missing before we start the calculation.

STEP 02

Income & Tax Calculation

We calculate your taxable income and tax due, or refund position, based on your actual records.

STEP 03

FBR (and SECP) Filing

We file with FBR, and separately with SECP for registered companies.

STEP 04

Confirmation & Acknowledgment

You receive filing confirmation and we flag next year's deadline so it doesn't catch you off guard.

Common Mistakes

Mistakes to avoid

Waiting until deadline week to start gathering documents, which leaves no room to fix a missing record.
Filing without reconciling bank statements first, which often surfaces income or expenses that change the calculation.
Forgetting the wealth statement requirement for individuals above the filing threshold.
Assuming a zero-income or loss year doesn't need a return submitted. In many cases it still does.

Why Pak Register

Uzair Shahid, Founder & CEO

We file correctly the first time, which matters more than it sounds. An incorrect return causes more delay than a late one filed accurately. More about Uzair →

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What's the annual tax return deadline in Pakistan?

Deadlines are set annually by FBR and can shift. We confirm the current deadline for your filing type rather than quote a fixed date that might be outdated by the time you read this.

What's the penalty for late return filing?

Penalties apply and compound over time, and a missed return can also affect your active filer status on FBR's Active Taxpayer List.

Do I need to file if my income is below the taxable threshold?

In many cases, yes. Filing requirements aren't always tied purely to the taxable threshold. We'll confirm your specific obligation during the consultation.

What's the difference between an FBR annual return and an SECP annual return?

FBR's return covers income tax. SECP's annual return is a separate corporate filing requirement for registered companies, covering company-level information rather than tax. Companies typically need both.

Does filing an annual return make me an active filer?

Yes. Filing at least one return is what gets you onto FBR's Active Taxpayer List. See Filer Status for what that unlocks.

How do I submit my tax return online in Pakistan?

Returns are submitted through FBR's online portal (IRIS). We handle the actual data entry and submission for you once we've calculated your return, so you're not the one navigating the portal.

What documents do I need to submit a tax return as a freelancer?

Your NTN, bank statements for the tax year, records of client payments or invoices, and any business expenses you want to claim. We'll confirm anything specific to your situation during the consultation.

Can I submit a tax return for a previous year I missed?

Yes, late filing for a prior year is possible and is generally better done sooner than later, since penalties and the gap in your filing history both grow the longer it's left.

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