FBR extends sales tax return deadline to March 27

FBR confirms extension via notification under Section 74 of Sales Tax Act and Section 43 of Federal Excise Act.

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has extended the deadline for filing sales tax and federal excise returns for the tax period of February 2025. Taxpayers can now submit their returns by March 27 instead of the earlier deadline of March 18.

According to Express News, the FBR has issued an official notification confirming the extension. The decision has been made under Section 74 of the Sales Tax Act, 1990, and Section 43 of the Federal Excise Act, 2005.

FBR officials stated that the extension has been granted to facilitate taxpayers who may be facing challenges in filing their returns on time. The move is intended to help them avoid penalties and ensure timely compliance.