The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a crackdown on non-filers making high-value purchases through credit cards, with tens of thousands of individuals already identified. The move is aimed at uncovering undeclared incomes and enforcing financial accountability.
According to officials, the FBR has started obtaining detailed credit card data from banks across Pakistan. By cross-checking declared incomes against actual spending patterns, the authority hopes to expose individuals who live beyond their reported means. From now on, taxpayers filing returns will also be required to disclose all transactions carried out through credit cards, ensuring greater transparency.
The FBR has issued a strict reminder that income tax returns must be filed by October 15, warning that no further extensions will be granted. To strengthen compliance, SMS alerts are being sent to tax defaulters, while formal notices are being prepared for those flagged for high monthly credit card spending but failing to submit returns.
Officials further cautioned that individuals engaged in large-scale online transactions, e-commerce dealings, or other digital payments after the deadline may face legal consequences. They emphasized that accurate reporting of all bank transactions is now mandatory, as authorities will scrutinize credit card usage to assess financial strength and spending behavior.
The crackdown marks part of a broader government strategy to expand the tax net, discourage tax evasion, and improve revenue collection. By targeting non-filers who rely heavily on digital payments and credit cards, the FBR aims to create a fairer system where contributions reflect actual income levels.
This latest initiative serves as a warning that the era of unchecked high-value spending by non-filers is coming to an end, with authorities determined to hold individuals accountable for concealing income and avoiding taxes.
In big crackdown, FBR Launches Aggressive Campaign Against Tax Non-Filers
