FBR Offers Filer Tax Rate to Overseas Pakistanis

Islamabad, July 05, 2025, 03:29 PM PKT — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified a critical tax policy, stating that overseas Pakistanis will face the “filer rate” for advance income tax on property purchases and sales, even as non-filers, provided they meet specific conditions, as outlined in a new set of frequently asked questions (FAQs). Eligibility extends to those with a Pakistan Origin Card (POC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) who are non-resident (under 183 days in Pakistan per financial year).

Under sections 236C and 236K, tax rates hinge on property fair market value and filer status, with overseas Pakistanis accessing the filer rate via a registration process on the FBR web portal. This involves the “Overseas Pakistanis” link, Payment Slip Identity (PSID) creation, document submission, and Commissioner approval, streamlining tax compliance for property transactions. The move aims to simplify processes while enforcing tax laws.

Web context highlights tax collection gaps (e.g., 1% overseas remittance tax, web ID: 0), while posts found on X show relief—some praise fairness, others question verification ease. Critically, the narrative of “streamlined taxation” may mask implementation hurdles—web data points to bureaucratic delays, and X sentiment suggests distrust in process efficiency, hinting at potential friction.