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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Wednesday announced special facilitation measures for individuals who previously filed their income tax returns manually, as part of its broader initiative to digitize tax operations across Pakistan. In a statement, the FBR said that manual filing of income tax returns had been discontinued from Tax Year 2024 to ensure a complete transition to the online system. However, recognizing that some taxpayers may face difficulties adapting to the digital platform, the board has decided to extend support to such individuals. Distributors & retailers: Business integration with FBR system made mandatory The FBR said that a dedicated facilitation cell will be established in each tax office to provide legal and technical assistance to taxpayers shifting from manual to online filing. It has also extended the return filing deadline for manual filers until November 30, 2025, under Section 214A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. According to the statement, taxpayers visiting their respective tax offices will receive free assistance for registration and online filing. New taxation measures: No contingency plan despite Rs275bn shortfall: FBR chief The FBR has further assured that any taxpayer requiring legal support during this process will be provided free legal aid through field offices during the current tax year. The initiative, the FBR said, reflects its commitment to promoting a transparent, fully digitized, and taxpayer-friendly system in Pakistan.
