FBR tightens recovery, targets defaulters to bridge Rs683 billion shortfall

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated steps to enhance revenue collection through enforcement measures, as it faces a shortfall of Rs683 billion in the current fiscal year.

An urgent meeting chaired by FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial was held at the FBR headquarters on Monday, with participation from senior officials to review revenue mobilisation strategies for the remaining months of FY2025–26.

Officials discussed enforcement actions to be implemented during May and June, focusing on recovery of pending tax arrears.

Sources said the FBR is considering measures against taxpayers who have outstanding dues despite the expiry of court stays and legal avenues for recovery. These actions may include attachment of bank accounts and other enforcement steps in cases where payments remain unpaid.

The FBR is expected to issue instructions to field formations to intensify recovery efforts, particularly in cases where legal stays have lapsed and six months have passed since the expiry of such orders.

Officials clarified that the measures do not involve new taxation or a mini-budget, but are aimed at improving collection through recovery of existing dues before the end of the fiscal year.