KARACHI: The Pakistan Tax Bar (PTBA), in collaboration with Karachi Tax Bar and Lahore Tax Bar, held a detailed Zoom meeting with representatives of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and PRAL to discuss ongoing technical and procedural issues in Pakistan’s tax system, particularly within IRIS and digital invoicing platforms.
During the meeting, stakeholders highlighted multiple concerns including reconciliation discrepancies, API and ERP integration failures, IRIS system downtime, delayed invoice validation, CRM inefficiencies, withholding statement anomalies, filer and non-filer inconsistencies, and application processing delays. These issues were said to be affecting tax compliance, business operations, and timely reporting across Pakistan’s taxation ecosystem.
According to the press release issued on 08.05.2026, participants also discussed suspension and blacklisting concerns along with the absence of adequate taxpayer protection where system errors or technical limitations result in non-compliance. The meeting, attended by senior office bearers including Abdul Qadir Memon, Ahsan ul Haq, Saqib Munir, and Mahmood Bikiya, lasted over three hours and focused on practical, legally workable solutions for improving Pakistan’s digital tax infrastructure.
Officials from FBR and PRAL assured participants that all highlighted issues would be reviewed on a priority basis in consultation with stakeholders. They emphasized efforts to improve IRIS functionality, strengthen digital invoicing systems, and enhance transparency in tax administration. Authorities also requested continued sharing of system-related evidence, screenshots, and case studies to facilitate timely resolution and policy improvements.
The PTBA reiterated its commitment to engaging with authorities to ensure smooth tax compliance and safeguard taxpayer interests, stressing that systemic improvements are necessary for sustainable digital transformation of Pakistan’s tax system.
