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Tax Services and Company Registration in Pakistan by TAXOCRATE Since 1985

Tax services and company registration in Pakistan require accurate FBR and SECP handling, practical document review and clear follow-through. TAXOCRATE assists businesses and individuals with income tax returns, NTN and ATL matters, sales tax, SECP company registration, corporate filings and business registrations.

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Professional support

Core registration areas

FBRIncome tax & return filing
SECPCompany registration & filings
NTNRegistration & profile guidance
ATLFiler-status guidance
CorporateBusiness registrations & filings
Taxocrate is an independent professional consultancy and is not affiliated with FBR, SECP or any government authority.
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Our presence

Local insight, national reach.

Meet our teams in the cities where Pakistan's businesses are built and growing.

Karachi (Head Office) office

Karachi (Head Office)

Muneer Mobile Mall, M-51, Block 17 Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi, 75290, Pakistan

Islamabad office

Islamabad

Islamabad, Pakistan

Rawalpindi office

Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Lahore office

Lahore

Lahore, Pakistan

40+

Years of Professional Experience

1985

Professional Practice Since

Nationwide

Tax and Corporate Assistance

FBR + SECP

Core Registration Focus

Our services

Tax, Company Registration and Business Registration Services

Taxocrate (Pvt) Limited provides structured tax, company-registration, accounting and business-registration services for individuals, business owners, companies, partnerships, NGOs, startups and established enterprises across Pakistan. Our professional team assists clients with FBR matters, SECP filings, company registration, corporate documentation, bookkeeping, audit support and ongoing business filings.

Why choose Taxocrate

Why Businesses Choose Taxocrate for Tax and Corporate Registrations

Taxocrate (Pvt) Limited is designed for serious businesses that require reliable tax, corporate and registration support under one professional platform. We understand that tax matters, company filings and business documentation require accuracy, confidentiality and timely action.

Our approach is practical and professional. Whether a client needs NTN registration, income tax return filing, company incorporation, SECP filings, sales tax support, business registration or corporate restructuring, our team provides step-by-step assistance with proper documentation and clear guidance.

40+ years of professional legal and tax experience

FBR, SECP and corporate registration support

Karachi-based head office with nationwide service network

Assistance for individuals, firms, companies and startups

Confidential handling of tax and business records

Professional support for notices, audits and filings

Our process

How Taxocrate Handles Your Tax and Corporate Work

Our working method is simple, documented and client-friendly. We first understand the client's requirement, verify the available information, prepare the necessary documents, complete the filing or registration process and provide guidance for future compliance.

1

Consultation

We review your tax, business or corporate requirement and guide you regarding the proper legal and compliance route.

2

Document Review

Our team verifies CNIC, NTN, business documents, SECP records, financial papers or other relevant documents according to the required service.

3

Filing / Registration

We prepare and submit the required application, return, registration, statement, form or corporate filing before the relevant authority.

4

Compliance Support

After completion, we guide you regarding future deadlines, record keeping, tax compliance, SECP filings and business documentation.

Our services

Taxocrate Services for Individuals, Firms and Companies

Taxocrate provides professional assistance to different types of clients. Our services are suitable for salaried individuals, business owners, sole proprietors, partnership firms, private limited companies, NGOs, importers, exporters, contractors, service providers and corporate groups.

Client TypeServices Provided
IndividualsNTN, income tax return, wealth statement, ATL status
Sole ProprietorsBusiness NTN, tax return, sales tax, bookkeeping
Partnership FirmsFirm registration, NTN, tax filing, partnership documentation
Private Limited CompaniesSECP incorporation, NTN, annual filings, tax compliance
NGOs / NPOsRegistration guidance, tax compliance, documentation
Corporate ClientsAdvisory, audit support, contracts, regulatory filings

This structure allows clients to receive focused assistance according to their legal status, business model and compliance needs. Our team ensures that each matter is handled with proper attention to documentation, deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Practical differences

Income Tax Return Filing & ATL Status

Income tax return filing obligations depend on section 114 and related provisions of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 and the taxpayer's current profile. FBR updates the Active Taxpayer List daily. A person filing after the due or extended date may still be included after satisfying the applicable section 182A surcharge requirement. Withholding-tax treatment varies by the relevant statutory provision.

CategoryLegal PositionFinancial Impact
Active taxpayer (ATL)Current ATL requirements satisfiedATL withholding-tax treatment applies where the law provides a different rate
Late filerRelevant return filed after the due/extended date; ATL inclusion may require section 182A surchargeLate-filer treatment may apply under provisions that prescribe a separate rate
Non-ATLNot shown on the current Active Taxpayer ListNon-ATL treatment applies where the relevant provision differentiates by ATL status

ATL, late-filer and non-ATL rates are not one universal percentage. The applicable treatment should be checked against the current FBR withholding-tax rate card and the provision governing the particular transaction.

Guidance

Practical Guidance on Tax and Corporate Matters

National Tax Registration (NTN, ATL & Filer Status)

FBR registration establishes a taxpayer record for income-tax compliance in Pakistan. For a Pakistani individual, the CNIC serves as the income-tax registration number after e-enrolment, while companies and AOPs receive a seven-digit NTN. Taxocrate assists with registration, profile setup, return filing and ATL-related compliance.

Registration alone does not establish current ATL status. FBR updates the Active Taxpayer List daily, and late filers may need to satisfy the applicable section 182A surcharge requirement before ATL inclusion. The relevant current ATL status should therefore be checked separately from NTN registration.

Sales Tax (GST/SST) & Provincial Tax Authorities

Sales tax in Pakistan depends on the nature and place of the taxable supply. Sales tax on goods is principally administered federally by FBR, while taxable services can fall within provincial or territorial regimes. The correct registration authority must be determined from the actual business activity and place of supply.

Tax AuthorityWhat It Covers
FBR (Federal)Federal tax administration, including sales tax on goods and the applicable ICT framework
SRB (Sindh)Sales tax on services in Sindh
PRA (Punjab)Sales tax on services in Punjab
KPRA (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa)Sales tax on services in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
BRA (Balochistan)Sales tax on services in Balochistan

Taxocrate assists with sales-tax registration, return filing and reconciliation under the authority and law applicable to the taxpayer's activity.

Intellectual Property: Trademark & Copyright Registration

Intellectual property protection can include trademark, copyright and other rights depending on the asset involved. Taxocrate assists with trademark and copyright filings through the Intellectual Property Organisation of Pakistan and related brand-protection work for business names, logos and original material.

Corporate Governance & Statutory Filings

Corporate governance and statutory filings continue after incorporation. Under the current Companies Regulations framework, annual-return filings include Form A or Form 24 as applicable; directors and officers changes are reported through current prescribed filings such as Form 9, while shareholding, registered-office and UBO matters have their own forms and requirements. Taxocrate assists companies with identifying and preparing the filings that apply to the particular change or annual compliance cycle.

Why FBR Notices and Penalties Occur

FBR notices can arise for many statutory and risk-based reasons. Accurate records and consistent filing can reduce avoidable mismatches. Common issues that require attention include:

  • Income or sources not fully declared in the return
  • Bank transactions that do not reconcile with filed information
  • Withholding tax incorrectly reported or deposited
  • Incomplete or inconsistent sales-tax records
  • Returns or statements not filed within the applicable time

Taxocrate reviews records, prepares responses and provides representation or assistance in FBR proceedings where the engagement and applicable law permit.

Locations

Offices across Pakistan.

Karachi (Head Office)

Muneer Mobile Mall, M-51, Block 17 Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi, 75290, Pakistan

Islamabad

Islamabad, Pakistan

Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Lahore

Lahore, Pakistan

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If you cannot find what you are looking for, contact our team for guidance relevant to your circumstances.

No. FBR registration and current Active Taxpayer List status are separate matters. For a Pakistani individual, the CNIC serves as the income-tax registration number after e-enrolment, while ATL status depends on satisfying the applicable return-filing and ATL requirements.

About us

About Taxocrate

Taxocrate has provided tax, corporate and legal compliance assistance in Pakistan since 1985. Led by Mohsin Ali Shah, Advocate High Court, the practice combines decades of professional experience with current FBR, SECP and business-compliance work for individuals, entrepreneurs and companies in Karachi and other major cities of Pakistan.

Learn more about Taxocrate

Tax Filing and Company Registration Assistance in Pakistan

Taxocrate (Pvt) Limited provides professional support for NTN and tax registration, income tax return filing, company registration, corporate filings, audit assistance, accounting and business registrations across Pakistan.

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