Get Your Sales Tax Number Today: Provincial Tax Registration Process (2025 Edition)

In Pakistan, Provincial Sales Tax on services is administered by provincial authorities, while sales tax on goods falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Businesses offering services must register with the relevant provincial revenue authority based on their location:

• Punjab: Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA)
  
• Sindh: Sindh Revenue Board (SRB)
  
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA)
  
• Balochistan: Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA)
  
• Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT): Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)

General Requirements for Provincial Sales Tax Registration

While each authority has its own portal and specific procedures, the core documentation required is generally similar:

• CNIC of owner/directors
  
• National Tax Number (NTN)
  
• Business address proof (e.g., utility bill, rent agreement, or ownership document)
  
• Letterhead
  
• Email & mobile number for verification
  
• Bank account maintenance certificate
  
• Business activity description 

 1. Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA)

• Portal: https://e.pra.punjab.gov.pk/
  
• Process:
  
  • Create an account on the PRA portal.
    
  • Fill out the online registration form.
    
  • Upload the required documents.
    • CNIC of owner/directors
      
    • NTN certificate
      
    • Proof of business address (utility bill, rent agreement, or ownership document)
      
    • Business letterhead
      
    • Bank account maintenance certificate
      
    • Email and mobile number (for OTP verification)

• Submit the application for approval.
  
• Timeline: The Sales Tax Registration Number (STRN) is typically issued within 2–3 working days.
  

 2. Sindh Revenue Board (SRB)

• Portal: https://e.srb.gos.pk
  
• Process:
  
  • Sign up on the SRB portal.
    
  • Complete the business profile.
    
  • Upload necessary documents.
    • CNIC of proprietor/partners/directors
      
    • NTN certificate
      
    • Address verification (utility bill, rent deed, or ownership docs)
      
    • Bank account certificate
      
    • Business activity details
      
    • Valid email and phone number
      
  • Submit the application for approval.
    
• Note: A physical inspection may occur before activation.
  
• Timeline: Usually 5–7 days if documents are complete.
  

3. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA)

• Portal: https://kpra.kp.gov.pk
  
• Process:
  
  • Create a user ID on the KPRA portal.
    
  • Submit business information and required documents.
    • CNIC of applicant
      
    • NTN certificate
      
    • Business registration/incorporation (if applicable)
      
    • Address verification (utility bill or rental agreement)
      
    • Bank account certificate
      
    • Contact details (email and phone)
      
  • Await verification and approval.
    
• Support: KPRA offers in-person assistance if needed.
  
• Timeline: 3–5 working days.
  

 4. Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA)

• Portal: https://bra.gob.pk/
  
• Process:
  
  • Visit the BRA portal and click on “e-Registration”.
    
  • Fill out the registration form.
    
  • Upload the required documents.
    • CNIC of proprietor/partners
      
    • NTN certificate
      
    • Business address proof
      
    • Bank account maintenance certificate
      
    • Nature of services provided
      
    • Valid email and phone number
      
  • Submit the application for approval.
    
• Timeline: Depends on application volume; typically 5–10 working days. 

 5. Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)

• Authority: Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)
  
• Process:
  
  • Register through the FBR’s IRIS portal: https://iris.fbr.gov.pk/
    
  • Fill out the registration form for sales tax on services.
    
  • Upload necessary documents.
    • CNIC
      
    • NTN
      
    • Proof of business address
      
    • Letterhead
      
    • Business bank account certificate
      
    • Valid email and mobile number
      
    • Details of services provided
      
  • Submit the application for approval.
    
• Note: The FBR collects sales tax on services in ICT under the Islamabad Capital Territory (Tax on Services) Ordinance, 2001.
  

Final Notes on Provincial Sales Tax Compliance

• Jurisdiction: Registering in the correct jurisdiction is crucial to avoid penalties and notices.
  
• Multiple Locations: If your service operates across provinces, you may need separate registrations.
  
• Return Filing: File returns monthly through respective portals after registration.
  

Everything You Need to Legally Launch and Run a Business in Pakistan

• SECP Registration Guide: Your journey starts with registering your business entity with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan this is the legal foundation of your company.
  
• NTN Registration Guide: Without an NTN, you can’t open a business bank account or file taxes. Learn exactly how to get your National Tax Number via FBR’s IRIS system.
  
• FBR Business Registration Explained: This critical step ensures you’re recognized as a tax-paying business and can operate lawfully under FBR regulations.

• PSEB Registration Guide: Registering with the Pakistan Software Export Board boosts your IT business’s credibility, unlocks tax incentives, and enhances global visibility and we’ve provided a complete step-by-step guide to make it easy.
  

Skipping any of these steps puts your business at risk of penalties, shutdowns, or lost credibility. Follow this complete path to register, comply, and grow with confidence.

FAQ: Provincial Sales Tax Registration in Pakistan (2025)