FBR extends office hours until midnight to achieve the annual tax target

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has intensified its efforts to meet its annual tax target for the fiscal year 2023-24 by implementing measures to ensure the comprehensive collection of duties and taxes. To facilitate this, the FBR has issued a directive mandating extended working hours for the final days of June.

Key Points of the Directive:

1. Extended Working Hours:

• FBR offices, including large taxpayer units and regional offices, will remain open until late at night from June 28 to 30.
• On June 28, offices will be operational until 8 PM.
• On Saturday, June 29, offices will be open until 6 PM.
• On Sunday, June 30, relevant tax offices will stay open until midnight.

1. Coordination with State Bank of Pakistan:

• Chief commissioners of land revenue have been instructed to work closely with the State Bank of Pakistan to facilitate this process.

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1. Objective:

• These measures aim to ensure all due taxes and duties are collected efficiently.
• The extended hours are intended to provide taxpayers with ample opportunity to fulfill their tax obligations, contributing to the achievement of the FBR’s tax revenue goals for the fiscal year and enhancing the overall fiscal health of the country.

These actions reflect the FBR’s commitment to maximizing tax collection and meeting its fiscal targets through proactive and taxpayer-friendly measures.