Introduction – Why Being a Tax Filer Matters in 2025

Step 1 – Understanding What "Filer" Means in Pakistan

FBR Active Taxpayers List (ATL) Explained

Difference Between Filer & Non-Filer

Tax Year 2025 Updates You Must Know

Step 2 – Gather Required Documents

CNIC & NTN (National Tax Number)

Income Proof (Salary Slip, Business Records)

Bank Statement, Property Details, Utility Bills

Step 3 – Register on the FBR Iris Portal

Step-by-Step Registration Process

How to Generate Your NTN Online

Common Registration Mistakes to Avoid

Step 4 – File Your Income Tax Return Online

Salary Individual Return Filing

Business Individual Return Filing

Wealth Statement Submission

FBR Iris Interface Walkthrough

Step 5 – Verify Your Name in the Active Taxpayers List

How to Check ATL Status

When Will Your Name Appear?

What If Your Name Doesn't Show?

Benefits of Becoming a Filer in 2025

Reduced Withholding Tax (Bank Transactions, Property, Vehicles)

Access to Bank Financing & Government Contracts

Avoid Penalties & Legal Issues

Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Incorrect CNIC/NTN Data

Missing Income Sources

Forgetting Wealth Reconciliation

FAQs – Becoming a Tax Filer in Pakistan

How to become a filer in Pakistan for the first time?

Do I need a NTN to file tax returns?

Can a student become a filer?

How much tax do filers pay compared to non-filers?

What is the last date to file tax returns in 2025?

How long does it take to become a filer?

Can overseas Pakistanis become filers?

What happens if I don't file my return?

Conclusion