Service Introduction
Sales Tax Registration enables an eligible business to collect, report and pay sales tax through the relevant tax authority.
FBR generally administers sales tax on goods, while provincial revenue authorities administer sales tax on taxable services. The correct registration depends on the business activity, location and applicable law.
TaxCare Solution assists businesses with eligibility review, document preparation and registration with the relevant authority.
Who Needs This Service?
- Manufacturers
- Importers and exporters
- Wholesalers and distributors
- Retailers falling within an applicable category
- Companies and partnership firms
- E-commerce businesses
- Contractors and service providers
- Restaurants, consultants and other taxable service businesses
Required Documents
Common Documents
- CNICs of owner, partners or directors
- NTN and FBR registration details
- Business name, address and activity
- Company or partnership documents, where applicable
- Business bank account certificate
- Ownership or tenancy evidence for business premises
- Electricity and gas consumer details
- Photographs of the business premises
- Branch information, where applicable
- Machinery and industrial utility information for manufacturers
Additional documents may be required depending on the business category and relevant authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sales Tax Registration mandatory for every business?
No. It depends on the nature, size and location of the business and the applicable sales tax law.
Is sales tax on goods and services registered with the same authority?
Not always. FBR generally deals with sales tax on goods, while provincial authorities deal with many taxable services.
Can an unregistered business charge sales tax?
A business should not charge sales tax unless it is properly registered with the relevant authority.
Is biometric verification required?
Biometric verification may be required according to the current registration procedure.
Does a manufacturer need additional documents?
Yes. Machinery details, business-premises photographs and industrial utility information may be required.
Can TaxCare Solution assist with provincial registration?
Yes. Assistance can be provided after identifying the relevant provincial authority and taxable service category.