FBR IRIS Portal — Complete Guide 2025
What is FBR IRIS?
IRIS (Integrated Revenue Information System) is FBR's official online portal for all tax-related services in Pakistan. It is the central platform where taxpayers register, file returns, pay taxes, and manage their tax profile.
🌐 Visit IRIS Portal →What You Can Do on IRIS
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NTN Registration
Register as a taxpayer and get your National Tax Number — free of cost
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Income Tax Return
File annual income tax return and wealth statement online
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Sales Tax Registration
Register for GST/Sales Tax and get STRN (Sales Tax Registration Number)
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Tax Payment (CPR)
Generate Computerized Payment Receipt and pay taxes online
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WHT Statements
Submit monthly and annual withholding tax statements
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ATL Verification
Check your Active Taxpayer List status and ATL surcharge payment
📝 How to Register NTN on IRIS
1
Go to IRIS Portal
Visit iris.fbr.gov.pk → Click "Registration for Unregistered Person" on the login page
2
Enter CNIC & Mobile Number
Enter your 13-digit CNIC and registered mobile number. An OTP will be sent to your mobile for verification.
3
Fill Registration Form
Enter your personal details — name, address, business type (Individual/Company/AOP), source of income, and bank account details.
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Submit & Get NTN
Submit the form. Your NTN is generated instantly. Login credentials are sent to your email. NTN for individuals = your CNIC number.
📊 How to File Income Tax Return on IRIS
1
Login to IRIS
Login with your CNIC/NTN and password at iris.fbr.gov.pk. First time? Use the password sent to your registered email.
2
Select Return Type
Go to Declaration → Income Tax Return. Select the correct tax year (e.g., 2025-26). Choose return type based on your income source — Salary, Business, or Both.
3
Fill Income Details
Enter all income — salary (from employer's certificate), business income, property income, bank profit, foreign income. Declare all withholding taxes already deducted.
4
File Wealth Statement
Mandatory alongside return. Declare all assets (property, vehicles, investments, cash, foreign assets) and all liabilities (loans, mortgages).
5
Submit Return
Review all entries and submit. You will receive an acknowledgment receipt. Your name appears on ATL within 2-3 working days. Deadline: 30 September.
📁 Documents Required for Filing
✅ CNIC copy
✅ Salary certificate (Form 16) from employer
✅ Bank statements / Profit certificates
✅ Property purchase/sale documents
✅ WHT deduction certificates
✅ Business income records
✅ Foreign remittance bank receipts
✅ Investment / Mutual fund statements
⚠️ Common IRIS Issues & Solutions
Password forgotten: Use "Forgot Password" on login page — OTP sent to registered mobile
CNIC not found: Register as new taxpayer if first time using IRIS
Return not submitted: Check all mandatory fields — wealth statement is mandatory
ATL not updated: Wait 2-3 working days after filing — ATL updates weekly on Mondays
Portal slow: Use during off-peak hours — early morning or late night