Laws & Taxes

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has launched a new digital system to combat real estate fraud in Pakistan. This secure online platform offers a centralized database for verifying property records, including NOC status, ownership details, and approved plans. Users can check plot information with a few clicks, receive an official verification document, and protect themselves from scams like fake documentation and unauthorized allotments. This initiative by NAB aims to enhance transparency and security in the property market.

Islamabad’s property landscape is shifting as the Capital Development Authority implements a substantial increase in property transfer fees, tripling them from 1% to 3%. Effective July 1, 2025, this new fee structure, based on FBR valuation rates, impacts all urban CDA sectors, though some relief is offered for family-related transfers. Discover what this means for your next property transaction in the capital.

Pakistani nationals holding UAE Golden Visas are now under intense scrutiny as a major crackdown targets undeclared real estate investments in Dubai and the UAE. Authorities are cross-referencing immigration data with tax filings to uncover undisclosed properties, rental incomes, and unpaid Capital Value Tax. This development highlights the challenges of tracing assets acquired through informal channels and raises critical questions for investors.

In a significant victory for consumers and the environment, a National Assembly panel has unanimously rejected the proposed 18% sales tax on solar panel imports. Furthermore, the government has confirmed it will withdraw the controversial tax increase on hybrid vehicles. This pivotal decision rolls back two highly debated budget measures, offering relief and renewed optimism for sustainable solutions in Pakistan.

Islamabad is buzzing with renewed urban development, and a major milestone is just around the corner! The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has issued a firm directive: the state-of-the-art Blue Area Parking Plaza must be fully operational within the next 30 days. This crucial step promises to significantly ease traffic congestion and elevate the urban experience in the heart of the capital. Discover how the CDA is fast tracking Islamabad’s progress and enhancing civic amenities for all its citizens.

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has unveiled a Rs17.6 trillion federal budget for FY2025–26, aiming for 4.2% GDP growth, tax reforms, energy sector overhauls, and expanded social support—without introducing new taxes.

Pakistan takes a major step toward regulating digital assets as the Crypto Council forms a technical committee to draft a national framework for cryptocurrencies and blockchain integration.

The federal government is preparing to cast a wider net in its tax policy by including freelancers, vloggers, and YouTubers in the upcoming Budget 2025-26. […]

ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to immediately abolish the 3% Federal Excise Duty (FED) previously charged on the first sale of all properties in Pakistan […]