FBR to Launch Crackdown on Major Tax Non-Filers
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing to begin a large-scale crackdown on non-filers as the deadline for filing 2025 tax returns ends on Wednesday.
Officials have confirmed that no further extensions will be granted, urging taxpayers to complete their filings before midnight to avoid penalties and enforcement actions.
The campaign will commence tomorrow, initially targeting high-profile non-filers identified through the Federal Board of Revenue monitoring and data analysis systems.
According to officials, individuals who publicly flaunt their wealth on social media are under close examination for potential discrepancies between lifestyle and declared income.
Those displaying luxury cars, expensive properties, designer clothing, and high-end jewellery have been flagged for investigation under the new enforcement strategy.
Authorities have also identified people engaging in extravagant spending through debit and credit cards or travelling abroad without reporting adequate taxable income.
Individuals gifting valuable items or distributing large amounts of cash at weddings and other private events are also being closely monitored for tax compliance.
A special monitoring cell within the Federal Board of Revenue has compiled extensive data from online platforms, identifying multiple potential non-filers across major cities.
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Notices will be issued in the coming days to individuals whose online activities suggest financial lifestyles inconsistent with their reported tax records.
Officials warned that those sharing evidence of luxurious living without declaring taxes will face detailed investigations, financial penalties, and possible legal proceedings.
In its first phase, the campaign will target major non-filers owning or displaying high-value assets such as luxury bungalows, farmhouses, and exclusive apartments.
Those filing returns after the deadline will be labelled as late filers and required to pay additional charges, penalties, and possible fines.
The Federal Board of Revenue emphasized that timely compliance is essential to avoid enforcement actions, including property audits and bank account scrutiny.
Senior officials stated that the initiative aims to broaden the national tax base and ensure equitable contribution from all income-earning citizens across Pakistan.
They added that the campaign focuses not only on revenue collection but also on promoting transparency, accountability, and fairness within the national taxation framework.
