Islamabad, Mar 14 2025: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has mandated that manufacturers must not remove goods from their production sites unless they undergo real-time monitoring through video surveillance.
This directive, issued via S.R.O. 364 (I) 2025, introduces amendments to the Sales Tax Rules, aiming to enhance transparency and prevent tax evasion.
Under the new regulations, all specified goods produced in Pakistan will be subject to continuous video monitoring, video analytics, and digital surveillance.
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Production lines must be equipped with Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) approved monitoring systems capable of real-time data capture and object detection to ensure accurate tracking of output.
The surveillance system will transmit production data to the FBR’s Central Control Unit in real time, allowing authorities to monitor manufacturing activity continuously.
Additionally, the system will store and archive data, detect unexpected halts in production, conduct quantitative analyses, and provide insights for legal and regulatory action when necessary.
By implementing these stringent monitoring measures, the FBR aims to curb tax evasion, promote regulatory compliance, and ensure accurate reporting of production volumes across industries.
The initiative is part of broader efforts to digitize tax enforcement and enhance transparency in the manufacturing sector.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has released new guidelines for overseeing manufacturing activities in factories, aiming to enhance transparency and compliance.
Under the fresh instructions, businesses must adhere to stricter reporting mechanisms, enabling real-time tracking of output. The FBR emphasized that improved monitoring will strengthen regulatory oversight.
Officials stated that the latest measures align with the government’s broader strategy to curb undocumented economic activities.
By enforcing stringent production monitoring, the FBR seeks to minimize revenue leakages and create a level playing field for all industries.
The tax authority reaffirmed its commitment to digitalizing monitoring systems, ensuring better compliance across manufacturing units.
These new directives will play a crucial role in strengthening Pakistan’s tax framework and boosting economic transparency.
