Received an FBR Notice? Do Not Ignore It. We Respond in 24 Hours.

You opened your email or logged into your FBR IRIS account and found a notice. Your first reaction was probably panic. That is completely understandable — most people have no idea what an FBR notice means, what they are required to do, or how much time they have to respond.

Here is the first thing to know: receiving an FBR notice does not mean you are in serious trouble. It means FBR wants information from you, or has flagged something on your account that needs attention. Most notices are resolved without any penalties — when handled correctly and on time.

The second thing to know: ignoring an FBR notice is never the right answer. FBR tracks responses. Unanswered notices escalate — from a request for information to a demand notice, then to a show-cause notice, and ultimately to legal proceedings under the Income Tax Ordinance 2001.

WhatsApp FirsTax on 0333 5123377 right now. Tell us what kind of notice you received. We will tell you exactly what it means and what to do — within 2 hours.

What Kind of FBR Notice Have You Received?

Section 114 — Non-Filer Notice

A Section 114 notice is the most common FBR notice in Pakistan. FBR sends it to individuals who are required to file an income tax return but have not done so. If you own property, a vehicle, or earn above PKR 600,000 per year and have not filed, you may receive this notice.

What it means: FBR is asking you to file your return. You have a deadline — usually 30 days from the date of the notice.
What FirsTax does: We file your outstanding returns immediately, respond to FBR on your behalf, and get you back on the Active Taxpayer List. Fee from PKR 2,500 per year.

Section 176 — Information Request Notice

A Section 176 notice is a formal request from FBR for specific information or documents. FBR uses it when reviewing your tax affairs and needs additional documentation — bank statements, property documents, business records, or proof of income.

What it means: FBR wants specific documents by a stated deadline.
What FirsTax does: We review the notice, identify exactly what is being asked, help you compile the required documents, draft the formal response letter, and submit it to FBR before the deadline.

Income Tax Audit Notice

FBR selects taxpayers for audit either randomly or because something in their return has triggered a review — an unusually large deduction, a mismatch between declared income and known assets, or a significant increase in wealth without corresponding declared income.

What it means: FBR wants to verify that your declared income and assets are accurate and consistent.
What FirsTax does: We represent you throughout the audit process. We review your original return, identify any potential issues, prepare your audit response, compile supporting documents, and attend FBR hearings on your behalf if required.

Penalty Notice — Section 182

A Section 182 notice is FBR’s formal imposition of a financial penalty — for late filing, for failing to respond to a previous notice, or for understating income. The penalty is quantified and must be paid within a stated period.

What it means: FBR is imposing a specific financial penalty.
What FirsTax does: We review whether the penalty is correctly calculated, file an objection if it is not, and apply for a penalty waiver through the Inland Revenue Commissioner where grounds exist. Many penalties are reduced or waived entirely when properly contested.

Demand Notice

A demand notice means FBR has assessed that you owe additional tax and is formally requesting payment. This arises from audit findings, amended assessments, or previous unpaid tax liabilities.

What it means: FBR is demanding payment of a specific amount within a deadline.
What FirsTax does: We review the assessment, verify its accuracy, file an appeal if the assessment is incorrect, and negotiate a payment plan if the demand is valid. You should never pay an FBR demand without first verifying it is accurate.

What Happens If You Ignore an FBR Notice?

This is the most important section on this page. Many people receive an FBR notice and choose to ignore it — hoping it will go away, or not knowing what to do. Here is exactly what happens when you do:

• The initial response deadline passes — FBR records your non-compliance
• A second, more serious notice is issued with a shorter deadline and a financial penalty
• If still unanswered, FBR can issue an ex-parte assessment — calculating your tax liability based on their own estimates, which are always higher than actual liability
• FBR can freeze bank accounts and withhold tax refunds due to you
• FBR can initiate recovery proceedings against your moveable and immoveable property
• Persistent non-compliance leads to criminal prosecution under Section 192 of the Income Tax Ordinance

How FirsTax Handles Your FBR Notice — The Process

Step 1: Send Us the Notice on WhatsApp

Take a clear photo of the notice letter or forward the FBR email. Send it to 0333 5123377. Within 2 hours, our consultant Hassan Malik — who specialises in FBR notice management — will tell you exactly what type of notice it is, what it requires, and what we will do about it.

Step 2: We Review and Advise

We review the notice in full. We identify the legal provision cited, the response deadline, what specific information or action FBR requires, and whether any penalties already apply. We give you a clear, plain-language explanation — no legal jargon.

Step 3: We Prepare Your Response

We draft the formal response letter to FBR, compile the required supporting documents with your help, and prepare any additional filings required — such as outstanding returns, revised wealth statements, or supporting financial documents.

Step 4: We Submit to FBR Before the Deadline

We submit the response through the FBR IRIS portal or directly to the concerned Inland Revenue Office, well before the deadline. We obtain and send you proof of submission.

Step 5: We Follow Up Until Resolved

We monitor the outcome of your notice response. If FBR sends a follow-up query, we handle it. If the notice is closed, we confirm it with you. We do not consider the matter resolved until you have written confirmation from FBR.

Why Choose FirsTax for FBR Notice Management?

When you receive an FBR notice, you need someone who responds immediately — not a firm that books appointments two weeks out, and not an app that cannot even read a PDF. FirsTax gives you a named consultant — Hassan Malik — on WhatsApp, within 2 hours. That is our guarantee.

Hassan has 10 years of experience specifically in FBR compliance and notice management. He has handled Section 114 cases, Section 176 information requests, full audit representations, and demand notice appeals. He knows which notices require urgent action, which ones have more time, and how to respond in a way that closes the matter cleanly.

Beyond FBR notice management, FirsTax provides the full range of tax services that often become necessary once a notice is resolved — outstanding return filings, NTN registration, and ongoing bookkeeping to prevent future notices.