FBR allows multiple integrators for e-invoicing integration

The Federal Board of Revenue has allowed sales tax-registered persons to engage one or more licensed integrators for connecting their electronic invoicing systems with the Board’s computerised platform.

The directive was issued through Sales Tax General Order No. 01 of 2026 (IR Operations), aimed at facilitating integration for real-time reporting of sales.

Under earlier regulations, all registered persons were required to integrate their invoicing systems through licensed integrators and issue digital invoices. However, stakeholders had reported operational challenges where reliance on a single integrator created difficulties.

To address these concerns, the FBR has permitted businesses to use multiple licensed integrators, where required, for integrating their electronic invoicing hardware and software with the Board’s system.

The order also sets conditions for modifying electronic invoices. Registered persons can cancel, delete, or edit invoices within 72 hours of issuance in case of genuine errors through the FBR’s system.

Any changes beyond the 72-hour window will require prior approval from the relevant Commissioner of Inland Revenue, subject to conditions specified by the Board.