Sales Tax Registration in Pakistan (FBR STRN Guide)

Sales Tax Registration is mandatory for any person or business whose annual taxable supplies (sales) exceed the prescribed threshold, which is currently Rs. 10 million. Voluntary registration is also possible for businesses below this threshold. The process is handled by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), primarily through its online portal.

The registration process allows individuals to obtain a National Tax Number (NTN), which is issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).

Step-by-Step Process for Sales Tax Registration FBR IRIS in Pakistan

Sr	Applicant Type	Mandatory Documents
1	Individual / Sole Proprietor	Proprietor's CNIC Proprietor's NTN Business Bank Account Proof Business Address Proof
2	Partnership / AOP	Partnership Deed CNICs of All Partners Firm's NTN Business Bank Account Proof Business Address Proof
3	Private/Public Limited Company	SECP Certificate of Incorporation Company's NTN AOA & MOA CNICs of All Directors Business Bank Account Proof Registered Office Address Proof

Timeframe for Sales Tax Registration in Pakistan

The typical timeframe for Sales Tax Registration in Pakistan is as follows:

• Application Submission: Immediate
• Document Verification: 3-5 working days
• Registration Approval: 7-10 working days

Note: Timeframes may vary based on application complexity and objections.