FBR says Special Tax Scheme for small shopkeepers in initial rollout phase

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has stated that the Special Tax Scheme for Small Shopkeepers is currently in its initial implementation stages, during which the Board is actively working to facilitate traders and address any practical or technical issues arising from the registration process.

The Government of Pakistan and the FBR remain in continuous contact with traders, market representatives and trade bodies to ensure that the scheme is implemented in a smooth, transparent and trader-friendly manner. Feedback received from the business community is being duly considered, and efforts are underway to resolve genuine difficulties being faced by traders.

The FBR has further advised traders who encounter any technical difficulty or problem while registering under the scheme to approach the FBR directly for assistance and guidance. The Board is committed to providing the necessary facilitation so that eligible traders can complete the registration process without unnecessary difficulty.

The government believes the Special Tax Scheme provides an opportunity for small shopkeepers to become part of the documented tax system through a simplified and facilitative framework. The scheme has been designed with the objective of encouraging voluntary compliance while providing greater certainty and ease of doing business for small traders.

The FBR has expressed confidence that, with the continued cooperation of the trading community and trade bodies, the scheme will achieve its intended objectives and become a successful initiative for the business community.