Which government services are free, and which are not?
| Service | Government fee | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| NTN registration (FBR IRIS) | None | NTN registration in Pakistan |
| Income tax return filing (FBR IRIS) | None to file; any tax due is payable | income tax filing in Pakistan |
| SECP company registration | Depends on share capital; check SECP's current schedule | company registration fees in Pakistan |
| Trademark, per class | Rs 3,000 filing plus Rs 9,000 registration, as reported; confirm | trademark registration cost in Pakistan |
What does a consultant's fee cover?
- Preparing and checking documents.
- Submitting and following up.
- Fixing errors and responding to queries.
- For returns, reconciling income, wealth and withholding.
It is never a government charge. Read how we handle documents in our privacy policy.
How to compare tax filing charges between providers
- Ask what the fee includes: registration, return, wealth statement, revisions.
- Ask about extra charges for notices or late items.
- Ask for the filed return and acknowledgment.
- Be careful with prices far below the rest of the market.
We quote after understanding your case; contact us with your situation using the contact form.
Red flags in tax filing offers
- Guaranteed refunds before your documents are seen.
- Requests for your IRIS password and the verification codes on your phone.
- Prices with no written scope.
- No copy of the filed return or acknowledgment.