Tax & Corporate Practice Since 1985
Tax Services and Company Registration in Pakistan
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.
Professional support
Core registration areas
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.
Taxation Services
We assist individuals, sole proprietors, firms and companies with income tax registration, NTN registration, income tax return filing, sales tax registration, monthly sales tax returns, notices, audits, appeals and other FBR matters.
View service →Company Registration
Our corporate consultants help clients with private limited company registration, single member company incorporation, partnership firm registration, LLP registration, SECP name reservation, memorandum drafting and post-incorporation filings.
View service →Corporate Law Advisory
Taxocrate provides legal and corporate advisory for business structuring, shareholders' agreements, company changes, annual filings, board resolutions, regulatory filings, contract drafting and business documentation.
View service →Audit & Accounts
We support businesses with bookkeeping, financial statements, internal audit assistance, statutory audit coordination, accounts management, payroll records, tax ledgers and business financial reporting.
View service →Why choose Taxocrate
Tax and Corporate Registration Services: Why Businesses Choose Taxocrate
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
Tax Filings and Business Registrations: How the Process Works
We first identify the client's requirement, verify the available information, prepare the necessary documents, complete the filing or registration and explain any next return, renewal or regulatory filing that follows.
Consultation
We review your tax, business or corporate requirement and identify the correct filing, registration or legal route.
Document Review
Our team verifies CNIC, NTN, business documents, SECP records, financial papers or other relevant documents according to the required service.
Filing / Registration
We prepare and submit the required application, return, registration, statement, form or corporate filing before the relevant authority.
Next Filings & Registrations
After completion, we identify the next return, renewal, SECP filing, tax registration or business record that may be required.
Our services
Tax and Registration Services for Individuals, Firms and Companies
Taxocrate provides professional assistance to salaried individuals, business owners, sole proprietors, partnership firms, private limited companies, NGOs, importers, exporters, contractors, service providers and corporate groups.
| Client Type | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Individuals | NTN, income tax return, wealth statement, ATL status |
| Sole Proprietors | Business NTN, tax return, sales tax, bookkeeping |
| Partnership Firms | Firm registration, NTN, tax filing, partnership documentation |
| Private Limited Companies | SECP incorporation, NTN, annual filings, tax compliance |
| NGOs / NPOs | Registration guidance, tax compliance, documentation |
| Corporate Clients | Advisory, audit support, contracts, regulatory filings |
This structure allows clients to receive focused assistance according to their legal status, business model and filing needs. Each matter should be handled with proper attention to documents, deadlines and the relevant regulator.
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.
| Category | Legal Position | Financial Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Active taxpayer (ATL) | Current ATL requirements satisfied | ATL withholding-tax treatment applies where the law provides a different rate |
| Late filer | Relevant return filed after the due/extended date; ATL inclusion may require section 182A surcharge | Late-filer treatment may apply under provisions that prescribe a separate rate |
| Non-ATL | Not shown on the current Active Taxpayer List | Non-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 Authority | What 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, PakistanIslamabad
Islamabad, PakistanRawalpindi
Rawalpindi, PakistanLahore
Lahore, PakistanCommon 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.
The due date depends on the tax year and taxpayer category and may be extended by FBR. Taxpayers should check the current FBR deadline applicable to their category rather than relying on a previous year’s date.
ATL status can qualify a taxpayer for the applicable ATL withholding-tax rates where the Income Tax Ordinance distinguishes between ATL, late-filer and non-ATL treatment. The rate difference varies by transaction and provision, so there is no single universal filer-versus-non-filer rate.
Sales tax on services depends on the place and nature of the service. Provincial authorities include SRB in Sindh, PRA in Punjab, KPRA in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and BRA in Balochistan, while Islamabad Capital Territory has its own federal/territorial framework. Sales tax on goods is principally administered federally by FBR.
SECP annual and event-based filings depend on the company type and whether particulars have changed. Under the current Companies Regulations, annual-return filings include Form A or Form 24 as applicable; changes in directors and officers are reported through the current prescribed filing such as Form 9, and UBO compliance has separate requirements including Form 19 where applicable.
Accurate and timely filing helps reduce avoidable mismatches. Income, bank transactions, withholding credits, assets, liabilities and other declared information should be consistent with supporting records, while sales-tax and withholding obligations should be handled under the law applicable to the taxpayer.
Taxocrate can review records, prepare replies and provide representation or assistance in FBR proceedings where the engagement and applicable law permit.
Yes. Taxocrate is headquartered in Karachi and provides tax and corporate assistance to clients in other major cities and across Pakistan.
About us
About Taxocrate
Taxocrate has provided tax and corporate assistance in Pakistan since 1985. Led by Mohsin Ali Shah, Advocate High Court, the practice combines decades of professional experience with current FBR tax work, SECP company matters, business registrations and regulatory filings for individuals, entrepreneurs and companies in Karachi and other major cities of Pakistan.
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