26/07/2026
*The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a planned two-day shutdown of its key online tax systems, urging taxpayers and businesses to complete all time-sensitive tax-related activities before the scheduled maintenance begins.*
*According to an official announcement, the FBR will undertake planned system maintenance from 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, until 5:00 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026.*
*_Key FBR online services to remain unavailable_*
During the maintenance window, several critical online platforms will be temporarily unavailable, including:
> IRIS
> Digital Invoicing (DI)
> Payment System
> Synchronized Withholding Administration and Payment System (SWAPS)
> POS Registration
The FBR said taxpayers and other stakeholders will not be able to access these systems or complete related transactions during the maintenance period.
*Taxpayers advised to complete transactions in advance*
The tax authority has advised taxpayers, withholding agents, businesses and other stakeholders to plan ahead and complete all time-sensitive tax returns, payments, registrations and other online transactions before the maintenance begins on August 8.
*The Board said the scheduled maintenance is intended to enhance the performance, stability and reliability of its digital tax infrastructure.*
*All affected online services are expected to resume immediately after the maintenance work is successfully completed at 5:00 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026.*
*The FBR expressed regret for the temporary inconvenience and thanked taxpayers and stakeholders for their cooperation and understanding during the scheduled system maintenance.*
https://www.fbr.gov.pk/fbr-announces-planned-system-maintenance-activity/174649