Verify if you are on the Active Taxpayer List using any of the three methods below
Your Active Taxpayer List status determines the withholding tax rate you pay on property transactions, vehicle purchases, banking transactions, dividends, and more. Non-filers pay up to double the tax that filers pay. Checking your status takes less than a minute.
Send your 13-digit CNIC number (without dashes) as an SMS to:
You will receive an instant response confirming your ATL status, the tax year for which you last filed, and your NTN number. This service is free and available 24/7.
Visit the FBR verification portal and enter your CNIC or NTN:
This provides more detail than SMS, including your full registration details and filing history. You can also check the status of businesses and third parties.
Log in to your FBR IRIS account for the most comprehensive view:
Your dashboard displays your NTN, ATL status, complete filing history, any outstanding notices, and pending demands. This is where you file returns and respond to FBR communications.
Since the Finance Act 2022, FBR classifies taxpayers into three categories. Each carries different withholding tax rates.
Filed return before the deadline. Lowest withholding tax rates. Full ATL benefits on property, vehicles, banking.
Filed after deadline + paid ATL surcharge. Higher rates than active filers but lower than non-filers.
Never filed or not on ATL. Highest rates — double the filer rate. Restricted from major purchases above thresholds.
If you are not on the Active Taxpayer List, you need to take two steps: register for an NTN (if you do not have one) and file your income tax return. For salaried individuals, the process is straightforward and can often be completed in a single sitting with the right documents.
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