As a taxpayer in Pakistan, it’s important to follow the tax laws and rules. To do this, you need to know your Active Taxpayer Status. In Pakistan, you can check your Active Taxpayer Status in three ways: online, via SMS, or by downloading the Active Taxpayer List.
Check ATL Status through Online Method:
To check your Active Taxpayer Status online, follow these simple steps:
- Go to the FBR website and navigate to the Online Active Taxpayer Status page.
- Under “Parameter type,” select NTN if you are a business or AOP, or CNIC if you are an individual. Enter your CNIC or NTN in the “Registration No.” field without any hyphens.
- In the “Date” field, choose any previous date to check your ATL status for that specific date.
- Enter the captcha code and click on the “Verify” button.
- After successful verification, your Active Taxpayer Status will be displayed on the screen.
A recent change to the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) has impacted taxpayers who filed their income tax returns for the year 2023 after the due date.
August 9, 2024, individuals checking their ATL status may now see either “Late Filer” or “Active (Late Filer).” This status means that although the taxpayer has filed their return, it was submitted past the deadline.
Check ATL Status through SMS:
You can also check your Active Taxpayer Status through SMS. Here’s how:
For individuals: Type “ATL (space) 13 digits Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)” and send it to 9966.
For companies or AOPs: Type “ATL (space) 7 digits National Tax Number (NTN)” and send it to 9966.
Check AJ&K Active Taxpayer status by SMS through the following procedure:
Check ATL Status by downloading ATL list:
If you want to download the updated Active Taxpayer List, you can click on the following link: https://e.fbr.gov.pk/esbn/Verification
in conclusion, its important checking your Active Taxpayer Status in Pakistan is essential for staying compliant with tax laws and regulations. Utilize the methods described above to confirm your status and remain up-to-date.
