The Federal Board of Revenue has extended the deadline for filing income tax returns for Tax Year 2026.
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The FBR income tax return deadline extension was announced through Circular No. 3 of 2026-27 issued on September 30. Taxpayers now have until October 15, 2026, to submit their returns.
According to the circular, the extension was granted in view of requests from various trade bodies and tax bar associations.
— FBR (@FBRSpokesperson) September 30, 2026
The FBR exercised its powers under Section 214A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, to approve the FBR income tax return deadline extension. The original deadline was September 30, 2026.
The decision applies to all persons required to file their returns by the original date. The extension aims to facilitate taxpayers who faced difficulties in meeting the initial deadline.
Trade associations and tax professionals had requested additional time for compliance. Citizens and businesses are advised to file their returns before the new deadline to avoid penalties.
The FBR has urged taxpayers to use the online portal for efficient and timely submission.
Earlier to this, FBR has announced a fresh tax update for imported used vehicles, bringing relief for buyers considering cars below the 1,800cc category.
Pakistan has reduced the regulatory duty on the commercial import of used vehicles with engine capacities below 1,800cc, with the revised rate taking effect from July 1.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) issued a notification announcing the reduction in the additional regulatory duty on eligible imported used vehicles.
