How to Change Non-Active Taxpayer Status to Active & Achieve 100% Compliance Level – FBR Sales Tax

In Pakistan, businesses and individuals registered for sales tax often face issues where their taxpayer status shows as Non-Active or their Compliance Level Graph is below 100%. Being in Non-Active status can result in higher withholding tax and other penalties. This guide explains how to fix your status and achieve full compliance.

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Learn how to activate non-active taxpayer status and improve compliance level to 100% in FBR sales tax.

Why Active Taxpayer Status is Important?

  • Active taxpayers appear on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL).

  • They pay reduced withholding tax rates.

  • It builds business credibility with clients and suppliers.


Steps to Convert Non-Active to Active & Improve Compliance Level

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Check Your Current Status

If you don’t know how to check your status, watch this quick 32-second video:
πŸ‘‰ How to Check ATL Sales Tax Status

Step 2: Login to IRIS FBR Account

Login to your IRIS FBR account using the QR Code method.
If you don’t know how to log in via QR code, watch this 37-second video:
πŸ‘‰ How to Scan QR Code in IRIS FBR Login

Step 3: Submit Last Six Months’ Sales Tax Returns

  • Go to Completed Tasks in your IRIS account.

  • Submit the last six months’ sales tax returns.

  • If you had no sales, submit a Null Return for each month.
    Need help? Watch this 48-second video:
    πŸ‘‰ How to Submit Null Sales Tax Return

Step 4: Recheck Your Status

After submitting all pending returns, check your ATL Sales Tax status again.
If it hasn’t updated immediately, wait at least one hour and then check again.


Why 100% Compliance Matters?

  • Ensures you appear on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL).

  • Reduces withholding tax deductions.

  • Builds a positive business reputation and avoids penalties.


Benefits of 100% Compliance

  • Smooth business transactions.

  • Eligibility for reduced tax rates.

  • Better relationship with suppliers and customers.


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