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How to Handle an Income Tax Notice from FBR – Quick Guide by FilerNow

How to handle income tax notices from FBR – FilerNow.com guide

Receiving an FBR tax notice can be stressful — but don’t panic! Most notices are routine and manageable if responded to properly and on time.

At FilerNow, we handle income tax notices professionally, quickly, and legally to help you avoid penalties and stress.

Common Reasons for FBR Notices:

  • Late or non-filing of income tax returns
  • Mismatch in declared vs. actual income
  • Unverified bank transactions or property records
  • Audit under Section 177 or 214C
  • ATL compliance issues

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Steps to Handle an FBR Tax Notice

1. Stay Calm & Read Carefully
Understand the notice type and section (e.g. 114(4), 116, 122(5A))

2. Gather All Relevant Documents
CNIC, bank statements, property details, business records

3. Respond Within Time Limit
Usually 15 days – late response may lead to fine or audit

4. Hire a Tax Expert
FilerNow prepares and submits a proper legal reply to close the case safely
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why did I receive an FBR notice?

FBR sends notices for reasons like non-filing of tax returns, asset declaration, audit, or tax mismatch. Don’t ignore it — respond within deadline.
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Need to file return first? 👉 Tax Return Filing

2. What are common FBR notices and their meanings?

114(4): Return not filed
116: Asset declaration notice
122(5A): Audit/amendment notice
182: Penalty notice
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3. How should I respond to an FBR notice?

Your reply must be filed through IRIS with legal explanation + proof. Filernow drafts professional replies to protect you from fines.
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4. What happens if I ignore the FBR notice?

Non-response can lead to heavy penalties, asset freezing, and even audit or legal proceedings. It’s always better to reply properly.
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Haven’t filed return? 👉 File Tax Return

5. Can Filernow help me write a legal reply to FBR?

Yes! Whether it’s under section 114(4), 122(5A), 116, or 182 — Filernow prepares professional legal replies and uploads them via IRIS for you.
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