New FBR Income Tax Return Form in Pakistan – July 2025: Complete Guide for Salaried, Business & All Taxpayers
Are you ready for the new tax year? The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially introduced the new Income Tax Return Form for Pakistan – July 2025, bringing key updates for salaried persons, business owners, freelancers, and other taxpayers. Whether you’re a first-time filer or a regular taxpayer, knowing these changes can save you from costly mistakes and penalties.
What is the FBR Income Tax Return Form 2025?
The Income Tax Return Form is the official document that individuals, companies, associations of persons (AOPs), and partnerships use to declare their annual income, expenses, tax deductions, exemptions, assets, and liabilities to the FBR. Filing this return correctly helps you stay compliant with Pakistan’s tax laws and become part of the Active Taxpayers List (ATL).
What’s New in the Income Tax Return Form (July 2025)?
Here are the key updates you must know for the Tax Year 2025:
✅Salaried individuals now have a dedicated section to declare salary income, allowances, tax deductions, and exemptions.
✅Business owners & AOPs must report business income, expenses, input tax adjustments, and detailed sales.
✅Freelancers & digital service providers can declare foreign income from platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Payoneer under a new annexure.
✅Taxpayers must now provide a more detailed wealth statement, including local and foreign assets, liabilities, and net worth reconciliation.
✅Foreign bank accounts and investments must be declared.
Mandatory CNIC Details
For better documentation and to tackle tax evasion in Pakistan, businesses must include CNIC details of suppliers and customers in relevant transactions.
The FBR IRIS portal has been upgraded for smoother, faster e-filing with built-in error detection and real-time validation.
How to File Income Tax Return in Pakistan (July 2025)
Here’s a step-by-step guide for salaried persons, businesses, and other taxpayers:
✅ Step 1: Register or log in to the FBR IRIS portal.
☑For salaried persons: salary certificate, tax deduction certificates, investment proofs.
☑For businesses: profit & loss statement, bank statements, invoices, sales tax records.
☑For freelancers: foreign income receipts, Payoneer/Upwork statements.
☑Income details (salary, business, freelance, rental, or other)
☑Applicable tax deductions and tax credits
Wealth statement details (assets, liabilities, expenses)
Last Date to File Tax Return in Pakistan (2025)
The expected last date to file your Income Tax Return for the Tax Year 2025 is September 30, 2025. Missing this deadline means:
☑ Heavy penalties and fines
Benefits of Filing Your Income Tax Return
Filing your FBR Income Tax Return on time gives you big advantages:
✅ Your name stays in the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) 2025
Common Mistakes to Avoid
✔️ Don’t submit incorrect or incomplete information — mismatched CNIC numbers can lead to an audit.
Who Must File an Income Tax Return in Pakistan?
☑Salaried persons earning more than the taxable threshold.
☑Business owners, sole proprietors, and AOPs.
☑Freelancers and digital service providers.
☑Individuals owning property, vehicles, or having a national tax number (NTN).
Final Thoughts
The new FBR Income Tax Return Form – July 2025 is designed to make filing easier and more transparent for all — whether you’re a salaried person, a business owner, a freelancer, or part of an AOP. Don’t wait for the last day — gather your documents, log into the FBR IRIS portal, and file your tax return for 2025 on time to enjoy the benefits of being a proud filer in Pakistan.
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