ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing to launch a nationwide enforcement drive against non-filers who publicly display signs of wealth on social media but do not submit income tax returns, according to official sources.
The planned crackdown is expected to begin on October 1, following the close of the tax filing deadline. The initiative is aimed at expanding the tax base, improving compliance, and identifying individuals whose declared financial status does not appear to match their visible assets and spending patterns.
According to sources, the FBR has been compiling data on individuals who regularly showcase luxury vehicles, high-value properties, farmhouses, boats, and other expensive assets on social media platforms while remaining outside the tax net.
Data collection and verification
Officials said information has been gathered throughout the current fiscal year to identify potential non-filers. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has reportedly assisted the tax authority in collecting and verifying relevant records.
Sources added that the FBR has also obtained information related to banking transactions, credit card activity, ATM usage, and spending patterns to support its investigations.
Notices to be issued after filing deadline
Under the proposed enforcement plan, individuals identified through the review process may receive notices requiring them to explain the source of their income, assets, and expenditures.
Officials said non-filers have until September 30 to submit their tax returns before formal action begins.
Focus on tax compliance
The FBR says the initiative is part of broader efforts to document the economy, improve revenue collection, and ensure compliance with tax laws.
Authorities believe that bringing more individuals into the tax system will help reduce the size of the undocumented economy and strengthen the country’s revenue base.
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