Global Daily Tax News, Pakistan Launches New Tax Payment Solution, (Nov 18, 2024)

Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue has launched a new online tax payment facility within its IRIS 2.0 portal.

The payment solution, named ePayment 2.0, is intended to considerably simplify the tax payment process for both registered and unregistered taxpayers.

Previously, taxpayers were required to use a separate payment system outside IRIS 2.0. The new solution enables payment of a wide range of taxes, including income tax, sales tax, federal excise duty, and withholding taxes within the tax return filing portal.

Upon payment, taxpayers will now receive a Computerized Payment Receipt (CPR) through email and SMS, for use within the IRIS 2.0 system. Taxpayers can also use the new tool to obtain a record of previous payments.

The FBR said: "With the introduction of ePayment 2.0, FBR has not only simplified the tax payment process but also unified it within the IRIS 2.0 platform, providing taxpayers with a seamless, enhanced experience. This integrated system eliminates the need for multiple logins and platform switches, offering a single, cohesive interface that is both intuitive and efficient. Taxpayers now benefit from a streamlined process that brings all essential tax payment functions under one roof, making compliance more accessible and convenient than ever. By prioritizing user experience through a modernized, consolidated interface, FBR reaffirms its commitment to supporting taxpayers and fostering a more efficient, digitally progressive Pakistan."