
Summary: Change Status from Late Filer to Active Filer
If you missed the tax filing deadline, there is no way to immediately change your status from a late filer to an active filer. The only solution is to wait for the next tax filing season and file your return within the due date. Once the deadline ends, FBR updates the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) the next day, and if you filed on time, your name will automatically appear in the ATL.
How to Become an Active Filer?
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Wait for the Next Tax Filing Season
- The new tax year starts on July 1st every year.
- The income tax return deadline is usually September 30th.
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File Your Tax Return on Time
- Log in to IRIS Portal (https://iris.fbr.gov.pk/).
- Submit your return before the deadline.
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FBR Updates the Active Taxpayers List (ATL)
- As soon as the deadline ends, FBR updates the ATL the next day.
- If you filed within the due date, your name will automatically appear in the ATL.
Since there is no way to instantly become an active filer, the best solution is to file your return within the due date every year. This ensures lower taxes and full compliance with FBR.
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