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Pakistan Tax Glossary

Tax terms explained in English and Roman Urdu with examples and official references.

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Accrual basis

Income tax

Recognising income when earned and expenses when incurred under the applicable rules, rather than only when cash moves.

Asaan alfaaz: Cash milnay se pehle earned income record karna.

Example: An unpaid customer invoice can belong to the current accounting period.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Accrued expense

Business & records

An expense incurred but not yet paid or invoiced in full.

Asaan alfaaz: Ho chuka magar unpaid kharch.

Example: Unpaid utility usage may require an accrual.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Accumulated depreciation

Business & records

The total depreciation recorded against an asset over time.

Asaan alfaaz: Ab tak record hui majmooi depreciation.

Example: Deduct it from gross cost to identify book value.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Additional customs duty

Customs & trade

A customs duty charged in addition to the ordinary tariff duty where applicable.

Asaan alfaaz: Ordinary customs duty ke ilawa applicable duty.

Example: Do not confuse it with sales tax at import.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Adjustable tax

Income tax

Tax paid or withheld that may be credited against the corresponding liability under the applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Return mein adjust honay wala tax.

Example: Match the tax year, person and payment evidence before claiming credit.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Advance tax

Income tax

Tax paid or collected ahead of the final determination, with treatment governed by the relevant provision.

Asaan alfaaz: Pehle ada ya collect kia gaya tax.

Example: Check whether a particular collection is adjustable or minimum.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Agricultural income

Income tax

Income within the legal agricultural-income definition; its federal and provincial treatment must be considered separately.

Asaan alfaaz: Zarai aamdani ki qanooni category.

Example: Farm rent and trading purchased crops may have different classifications.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Air waybill

Customs & trade

A document recording air carriage of goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Hawai cargo ka transport document.

Example: Use the airway bill number to trace the consignment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Allowable expense

Business & records

An expense permitted as a deduction under the applicable income computation rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanoonan deductible kharch.

Example: Keep evidence of its business purpose.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Alternative dispute resolution

Legal process

A statutory route for resolving eligible disputes through the prescribed mechanism.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible dispute ka alternative resolution process.

Example: Check eligibility and effects on pending proceedings.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Amended assessment

Legal process

An assessment changed through the relevant statutory amendment procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Statutory procedure se badla assessment.

Example: Compare the amended findings with the earlier assessment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Amortisation

Business & records

Allocation or deduction of an eligible intangible cost over the applicable period.

Asaan alfaaz: Intangible cost ko muddat mein allocate karna.

Example: Check the treatment of acquired software or other intangibles.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Annexure

Sales tax

A supporting schedule submitted with a return or declaration.

Asaan alfaaz: Return ka supporting schedule.

Example: Purchases and sales may be reported in separate schedules.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Annuity

Income tax

A series of payments made under a contract or arrangement over a period.

Asaan alfaaz: Muahiday ke tehat musalsal payments.

Example: Identify the nature of each retirement-annuity payment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue

Legal process

A tribunal hearing matters within its statutory inland-revenue appellate jurisdiction.

Asaan alfaaz: Inland revenue appeals ka tribunal.

Example: Check the current route and limitation for the specific order.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Apportionment of expenses

Income tax

Dividing an expense between income streams, activities or periods on a supportable basis.

Asaan alfaaz: Mushtarka kharch ka munasib taqseemi hisaab.

Example: Split shared rent between business and private use.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Approved gratuity fund

Income tax

A fund approved for providing qualifying gratuity benefits under the relevant rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Approved gratuity benefits ka fund.

Example: An employer's internal reserve alone does not establish approval.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Approved pension fund

Income tax

A pension fund that has obtained the approval required by the applicable tax rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax rules ke tehat approved pension fund.

Example: Confirm approval before considering a related tax concession.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Arm's length principle

Income tax

Evaluating related-party dealings by reference to conditions between independent parties.

Asaan alfaaz: Related parties ke liye independent dealing ka usool.

Example: Compare a group-company service fee with comparable independent services.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Assessment

Legal process

A determination or statutory treatment of a taxpayer's income and liability under the relevant procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Income aur tax ka applicable assessment.

Example: Read the order and period before deciding a response.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Asset

Business & records

A resource or property interest recorded for the relevant reporting purpose.

Asaan alfaaz: Milkiyat ya economic resource.

Example: Separate ownership, value and funding evidence.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Associated persons

Income tax

Persons connected in a way that falls within the relevant statutory association tests.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanooni tests ke tehat linked afraad ya idaray.

Example: Ownership and control can affect the analysis.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Association of persons (AOP)

Income tax

An entity classification that can include a firm or other qualifying association; it is distinct from an individual.

Asaan alfaaz: Afraad ki eligible association ya firm.

Example: A partnership's own obligations need separate review.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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ATL (Income Tax)

Filing & payments

The published income-tax active taxpayer list used for status checks under the applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Income tax active taxpayers ki list.

Example: Check the relevant date rather than relying on an old screenshot.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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ATL (Sales Tax)

Filing & payments

The sales-tax active list, separate from the income-tax ATL and its conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales tax ki alag active list.

Example: Income ATL membership does not prove sales ATL membership.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Attachment of property

Legal process

A legal restriction or seizure step affecting property under an authorised process.

Asaan alfaaz: Property par qanooni attachment.

Example: Identify the property and scope of the attachment order.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Audit trail

Business & records

A sequence of records linking an entry to its origin, changes and approvals.

Asaan alfaaz: Entry se asal evidence tak record ka silsila.

Example: Retain the original invoice and correction history.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Authorised signatory

Filing & payments

A person permitted to sign or approve a document for another person or entity.

Asaan alfaaz: Document sign karnay ka authorised shakhs.

Example: Confirm signing authority before filing company documents.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Bad debt deduction

Income tax

A deduction for an irrecoverable debt when the statutory requirements are satisfied.

Asaan alfaaz: Na milnay walay qarz ki eligible deduction.

Example: An overdue invoice is not automatically a deductible bad debt.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Balance sheet

Business & records

A statement of assets, liabilities and equity at a particular date.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas tareekh ke assets aur liabilities ki statement.

Example: A year-end balance sheet is a snapshot, not annual cash movement.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Balancing adjustment

Income tax

An adjustment reconciling tax deductions with value recovered on disposal where the rules require it.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset disposal par tax deduction ka adjustment.

Example: Selling a depreciated asset can create an additional adjustment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Bank reconciliation

Business & records

Matching bank records with the business's cash-book or ledger records.

Asaan alfaaz: Bank aur apnay record ka hisaab milana.

Example: Investigate an unpresented cheque rather than deleting it.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Beneficial owner of income

Income tax

The person entitled to use and enjoy income under the applicable legal or treaty analysis.

Asaan alfaaz: Income ka asal entitled malik.

Example: A payment intermediary is not necessarily its beneficial owner.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Best judgment assessment

Legal process

An assessment made under specified statutory conditions using the authority's judgment and available material.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified halat mein available material par assessment.

Example: Review the preconditions and material relied on.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Bill of lading

Customs & trade

A shipping document evidencing receipt of goods and carriage terms, with legal effects depending on its form.

Asaan alfaaz: Samundari shipment ka transport document.

Example: Match container and consignee details.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Blacklisting

Sales tax

A restrictive listing action taken under specified legal powers and procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified procedure ki restrictive listing.

Example: Verify the exact order instead of relying on an old screenshot.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Blocked input tax

Sales tax

Input tax for which deduction is prohibited or restricted by the applicable provision.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanoonan restricted input tax.

Example: A genuine invoice alone does not ensure recoverability.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Bonded warehouse

Customs & trade

A customs-controlled place where goods may be stored under a duty-suspension arrangement.

Asaan alfaaz: Customs control mein goods ka warehouse.

Example: Removal for local use may trigger clearance requirements.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Bookkeeping

Business & records

Maintaining organised records of financial transactions.

Asaan alfaaz: Financial transactions ka record rakhna.

Example: Record an expense with its invoice and payment reference.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Burden of proof

Legal process

The responsibility to establish a fact or claim under the applicable rule.

Asaan alfaaz: Claim ya fact sabit karnay ki zimmedari.

Example: A claimed expense may require supporting evidence.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Business connection

Income tax

A relationship or activity linking business income to a jurisdiction under the applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Business ka jurisdiction se qanooni talluq.

Example: Local operations may matter even if payment is received overseas.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Business income

Income tax

Income from carrying on a business, measured with the applicable expense and tax-treatment rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Karobar se hasil aamdani.

Example: A trader separates sales, cost of stock and allowable expenses.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Capital expenditure

Business & records

Spending on an asset or enduring benefit whose treatment differs from an ordinary operating expense.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset ya long-term faiday ka kharch.

Example: Equipment cost may require asset-based relief rather than immediate deduction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Capital gain

Income tax

A gain measured when a capital asset is disposed of; its taxable treatment depends on the asset and applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset bechnay par hasil munafa.

Example: The sale proceeds alone are not necessarily the gain.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Capital introduced

Business & records

Funds or assets contributed by an owner to a business.

Asaan alfaaz: Malik ka business mein dala gaya capital.

Example: Document the source rather than labeling unexplained receipts as capital.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Capital loss

Income tax

A loss on disposing of a capital asset measured under the relevant rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Capital asset dispose karnay ka loss.

Example: Its use against salary may be restricted.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Cargo insurance

Customs & trade

Insurance covering specified risks to goods in transit.

Asaan alfaaz: Safar mein maal ki insurance.

Example: Check the insured value and covered journey.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Carrying amount

Business & records

The value at which an asset or liability appears in the accounts after applicable adjustments.

Asaan alfaaz: Accounts mein dikhai gayi net value.

Example: Compare asset cost with accumulated depreciation.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Cash basis

Income tax

Recognising receipts and payments when cash is received or paid, where this method is permitted.

Asaan alfaaz: Cash ki receipt aur payment par hisaab.

Example: Compare the payment date with the invoice date.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Cash book

Business & records

A record of cash receipts and payments.

Asaan alfaaz: Cash receipts aur payments ka register.

Example: Match daily cash collections to the cash book.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Cash flow statement

Business & records

A statement explaining cash movements by activity over a period.

Asaan alfaaz: Cash ki movement ki statement.

Example: Profit can be positive while operating cash flow is negative.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Certificate of origin

Customs & trade

Evidence of where goods originate for a specified trade purpose.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal ke origin ka certificate.

Example: Preferential treatment may require a prescribed certificate.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Chart of accounts

Business & records

The organised list of account codes used to classify transactions.

Asaan alfaaz: Accounts aur unke codes ki list.

Example: Use separate codes for sales and capital introduced.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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CIF

Customs & trade

An Incoterms sea-trade term covering cost, insurance and freight responsibilities to a named destination port.

Asaan alfaaz: Cost insurance freight ka trade term.

Example: Cost allocation and transfer of risk are different questions.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Circular

Legal process

An official communication explaining or administering a matter; its legal role differs from an Act.

Asaan alfaaz: Official explanatory ya administrative circular.

Example: Check the circular against the governing legislation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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CNIC

Filing & payments

The national identity number used for identification and relevant individual taxpayer processes.

Asaan alfaaz: Fard ka qaumi shanakhti number.

Example: Do not publish a client's full identity number in screenshots.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Commercial invoice

Customs & trade

The seller's document describing a commercial transaction and its price.

Asaan alfaaz: Tijarati sale aur price ka invoice.

Example: Customs may require more than the invoice to establish value.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Commissioner Appeals

Legal process

An appellate authority for matters assigned to that forum by applicable law.

Asaan alfaaz: Assigned tax appeals ka forum.

Example: The appealable order determines whether this is the correct forum.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Commissioner Inland Revenue

Legal process

An inland-revenue authority exercising functions assigned by tax law.

Asaan alfaaz: Inland revenue ka statutory authority officer.

Example: Identify the relevant office on a notice.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Company

Income tax

An entity within the statutory company definition, which can be wider than everyday usage.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax law ki company definition mein anay wala idara.

Example: Check the legal tax classification before selecting individual slabs.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Comparable transaction

Income tax

An independent transaction sufficiently similar for a pricing comparison after relevant adjustments.

Asaan alfaaz: Pricing compare karnay ki milti julti transaction.

Example: Different delivery terms can reduce comparability.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Competent authority

Income tax

The authority designated to perform particular functions under a tax treaty.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax treaty ki muqarrar authority.

Example: Submit a treaty-procedure request to the designated office.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Compliance calendar

Filing & payments

A schedule of applicable filing, payment and administrative tasks.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable filing aur payments ka schedule.

Example: Record each entity's actual obligations rather than one universal deadline.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Condonation of delay

Legal process

Acceptance of a late procedural step where the law permits and the authority allows it.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible late action ki delay maafi.

Example: Explain and evidence the delay rather than assuming acceptance.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Contingent liability

Business & records

A possible obligation or an obligation not recognised as a provision under the accounting criteria.

Asaan alfaaz: Ghair yaqini mumkin zimmedari.

Example: A disputed claim may need disclosure instead of a booked expense.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Controlled transaction

Income tax

A transaction involving associated parties for transfer-pricing analysis.

Asaan alfaaz: Associated parties ki transaction.

Example: A parent company lending to its subsidiary may be controlled.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Cost basis

Income tax

The recognised cost used when measuring a gain, loss or tax adjustment.

Asaan alfaaz: Gain nikalnay ke liye recognised lagat.

Example: Keep acquisition cost and eligible incidental costs separately.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Cost of sales

Business & records

The cost attributable to goods or services sold for the relevant period.

Asaan alfaaz: Sold goods ya services ki cost.

Example: Purchases are not always identical to cost of sales.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Country of origin

Customs & trade

The country assigned to goods under the applicable origin rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Rules ke mutabiq maal ka asal mulk.

Example: The shipping country need not be the origin country.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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CPR

Filing & payments

The computerized payment receipt evidencing a recorded tax payment.

Asaan alfaaz: Ada shuda tax ki computerized receipt.

Example: A prepared PSID is different from a paid CPR.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Credit note

Sales tax

A document recording a downward correction or other prescribed adjustment to a transaction.

Asaan alfaaz: Invoice adjustment ka credit document.

Example: A return of goods may require a linked credit note.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Customer advance

Business & records

Money received before delivering the contracted goods or services.

Asaan alfaaz: Customer se pehle mili raqam.

Example: Reconcile the advance when the final invoice is raised.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Customs agent

Customs & trade

A person authorised to represent another in customs formalities under applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Customs formalities ka authorised agent.

Example: Verify authority before sharing shipment documents.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Customs duty

Customs & trade

A duty charged on goods under the applicable customs tariff and law.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal par applicable customs duty.

Example: Classification and value both affect the computation.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Customs tariff

Customs & trade

The classification and duty schedule used for customs purposes.

Asaan alfaaz: Customs classification aur rates ka schedule.

Example: Use the tariff relevant to the import period.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Customs value

Customs & trade

The value determined for customs purposes under the applicable valuation rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Customs calculation ki assessed value.

Example: Invoice price may require statutory additions.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Debit note

Sales tax

A document recording an upward correction or other prescribed adjustment to a transaction.

Asaan alfaaz: Invoice adjustment ka debit document.

Example: Keep it linked to the original invoice.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Deductible allowance

Income tax

An amount the law permits to reduce the relevant income computation when conditions are met.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanoonan aamdani se minus honay wali raqam.

Example: Retain evidence supporting an allowance claimed.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Deeming provision

Legal process

A rule treating something as a specified legal fact for its stated purpose.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas purpose ke liye qanoonan farz ki gayi baat.

Example: A deemed receipt need not involve a cash receipt that day.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Default surcharge

Legal process

A statutory charge associated with specified defaults, calculated under its own rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified default ka izafi charge.

Example: Distinguish the surcharge from the original unpaid tax.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Deferred revenue

Business & records

A receipt recorded before the related revenue is earned under the accounting method.

Asaan alfaaz: Service se pehle mili raqam ka accounting balance.

Example: An advance subscription can relate to future service.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Delivery note

Business & records

A document recording delivery of goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal delivery ka record.

Example: Compare received quantities with the supplier invoice.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Demand notice

Legal process

A formal notice requiring payment of an identified amount under the relevant procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified raqam ada karnay ka notice.

Example: Match the demand with the underlying order and period.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Demurrage

Customs & trade

A charge associated with exceeding agreed free time for goods or transport equipment under applicable terms.

Asaan alfaaz: Allowed time se zyada ruknay ka charge.

Example: Check port and shipping-line terms separately.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Depreciation

Business & records

An allocation or deduction for qualifying asset use; tax depreciation follows its own rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset use ki applicable depreciation.

Example: Accounting depreciation may differ from the tax deduction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Deregistration

Filing & payments

Removal from a registration system through the prescribed procedure and conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanooni process se registration khatam karna.

Example: Stopping trading alone may not complete deregistration.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Digital invoicing

Sales tax

Electronic generation or reporting of invoices through the prescribed system.

Asaan alfaaz: Prescribed electronic invoice process.

Example: Check implementation dates and the covered taxpayer class.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Disallowed expense

Business & records

An expense excluded from deduction by the applicable rules even if recorded in accounts.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax deduction ke liye na-manzoor kharch.

Example: A personal payment is not automatically a business deduction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Disposal proceeds

Income tax

The consideration recognised on disposal of an asset under the relevant rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset dispose karnay ki recognised raqam.

Example: Non-cash consideration may require valuation.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Distributor

Sales tax

A person supplying goods through a distribution arrangement.

Asaan alfaaz: Distribution arrangement mein maal supply karnay wala.

Example: Read the contract to distinguish agency from resale.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Dividend

Income tax

A distribution or amount treated as a dividend under the relevant rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Shareholding se related distribution.

Example: The entity and distribution type can affect tax treatment.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Documentary evidence

Legal process

Documents relied on to establish facts in a proceeding.

Asaan alfaaz: Facts ka documents se saboot.

Example: A bank record can support a payment assertion.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Double taxation agreement

Income tax

A treaty allocating taxing rights or relief between jurisdictions, subject to eligibility and domestic procedures.

Asaan alfaaz: Do mumalik ka tax muahida.

Example: A treaty benefit may require residence evidence.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Draft declaration

Filing & payments

A saved declaration that has not yet completed submission.

Asaan alfaaz: Save hui magar submit na hui declaration.

Example: A draft on screen is not proof of filing.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Drawings

Business & records

Money or assets taken by an owner for personal use.

Asaan alfaaz: Malik ki personal withdrawal.

Example: Personal withdrawals should not be disguised as business costs.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Due date

Filing & payments

The prescribed date for an obligation, as affected by any valid extension applying to it.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable aakhri tareekh.

Example: An extension for filing may not cover every payment obligation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Duty drawback

Customs & trade

Repayment or relief of specified duties under a qualifying drawback scheme.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible duty ki scheme ke tehat wapsi.

Example: Document the connection between imported inputs and exported goods.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Effective date

Legal process

The date from which a provision operates for the covered cases.

Asaan alfaaz: Provision ke nafiz honay ki tareekh.

Example: Publication and commencement can fall on different dates.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Effective tax rate

Income tax

Tax divided by the corresponding income or transaction base; the chosen base must be clear.

Asaan alfaaz: Kul tax ka aamdani se nisbat.

Example: Tax of 10 on income of 100 gives an effective rate of 10 percent.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Electronic verification

Filing & payments

Confirming identity, submission or document status through an electronic process.

Asaan alfaaz: Electronic tareeqay se tasdeeq.

Example: Use the official portal and keep credentials private.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Employee share scheme

Income tax

An arrangement giving employees shares or rights linked to shares.

Asaan alfaaz: Mulazmeen ko shares denay ki scheme.

Example: Grant, exercise and sale may be different tax events.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Ex-bond clearance

Customs & trade

Clearance of goods from a bonded warehouse for an authorised destination or use.

Asaan alfaaz: Bonded warehouse se goods ki clearance.

Example: Review duty treatment at the relevant clearance stage.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Exempt income

Income tax

Income covered by an exemption provision, subject to its limits and conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Sharaait ke sath tax se mustasna aamdani.

Example: An exemption does not automatically remove disclosure obligations.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Exempt supply

Sales tax

A supply covered by an exemption, with consequences distinct from zero rating.

Asaan alfaaz: Exemption wali supply.

Example: Do not assume the same input treatment as a zero-rated supply.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Exemption certificate

Income tax

A certificate allowing specified relief from tax deduction or collection subject to its scope and validity.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas deduction se relief ka certificate.

Example: Check the payee, payment type and valid period.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Explanation clause

Legal process

A statutory clause clarifying the intended meaning or operation of a provision.

Asaan alfaaz: Provision ka matlab wazeh karnay wala clause.

Example: Read the explanation before applying an ambiguous term.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Export supply

Sales tax

A supply involving export that must meet the applicable tax conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Export se related supply.

Example: Shipping evidence may be required for the claimed treatment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Exporter

Customs & trade

A person sending goods out of a jurisdiction under applicable export procedures.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal bairoon mulk bhejnay wala.

Example: Retain evidence of export and receipt where required.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Extension of time

Filing & payments

An authorized change to the time allowed for a specified obligation.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas obligation ki muddat mein izafa.

Example: Read which taxpayers and forms the extension covers.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Fair market value

Income tax

A value determined by the relevant market-value rules for a particular asset or transaction.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable rules ke mutabiq bazari qeemat.

Example: A related-party price may need comparison with a market value.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Federal Excise Duty (FED)

Sales tax

A federal levy on specified goods or services under its own legislation.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified goods ya services ka federal excise.

Example: Do not treat every excise charge as ordinary sales tax.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Fee for technical services

Income tax

A defined category of payments for specified technical or related services under law or treaty.

Asaan alfaaz: Technical services ki defined fee.

Example: Read the service contract before classifying the fee.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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FIFO

Business & records

A cost-flow assumption that treats the earliest stock costs as used first.

Asaan alfaaz: Pehli stock cost ko pehle use samajhna.

Example: Use it consistently when valuing interchangeable goods.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Filer status

Filing & payments

A convenient label often tied to ATL appearance; the legal consequence depends on the provision and date.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable ATL se related status.

Example: Verify the relevant list before a transaction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Final tax

Income tax

A treatment under which the specified deduction or charge settles tax for the covered income, subject to conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Covered aamdani ka final tax treatment.

Example: Do not assume every withholding deduction is final.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Finance Act

Legal process

Enacted legislation containing fiscal changes, with commencement provisions that require reading.

Asaan alfaaz: Manzoor shuda fiscal qanoon.

Example: A headline budget announcement is not the enacted text.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Finance Bill

Legal process

A legislative proposal that may change before enactment.

Asaan alfaaz: Fiscal legislation ki tajweez.

Example: Keep proposed measures separate from enacted rules.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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FOB

Customs & trade

An Incoterms sea-trade term allocating delivery at the named shipment port under its rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Named port par shipment delivery ka trade term.

Example: Name the port and Incoterms version in the contract.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Foreign permanent establishment

Income tax

A business presence outside the home jurisdiction meeting the applicable establishment tests.

Asaan alfaaz: Bairoon mulk qualifying business presence.

Example: Analyse a foreign branch's activities and the relevant treaty.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Foreign tax credit

Income tax

Relief that may offset qualifying foreign tax against corresponding domestic tax, within applicable limits.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible foreign tax ka credit.

Example: Keep the foreign assessment and payment evidence.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Foreign-source income

Income tax

Income classified outside Pakistan-source income under the relevant sourcing rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Foreign source rules ke mutabiq aamdani.

Example: A foreign payment address alone does not determine the source.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Freight

Customs & trade

The charge for transporting goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal ki transportation ka charge.

Example: Separate freight from goods price when the valuation method requires it.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Further tax

Sales tax

An additional sales-tax charge under a specific provision, subject to conditions and exclusions.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable supply par izafi sales tax.

Example: Check the recipient and supply category before applying it.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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General ledger

Business & records

The central collection of accounts recording a business's financial movements.

Asaan alfaaz: Karobar ke accounts ka markazi record.

Example: Trace an expense total back to ledger entries.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Goods declaration

Customs & trade

A declaration of goods and associated particulars submitted for customs processing.

Asaan alfaaz: Customs ke liye maal ki declaration.

Example: Match quantity and value to supporting documents.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Gratuity

Income tax

An employment-related lump sum commonly connected with retirement or service termination.

Asaan alfaaz: Service khatam honay par milnay wali lump sum.

Example: Approval status and statutory limits may affect treatment.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Gross receipts

Business & records

Amounts received before deducting related expenses, subject to the relevant classification.

Asaan alfaaz: Expenses se pehle relevant receipts.

Example: Separate loans and capital introduced from revenue receipts.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Grounds of appeal

Legal process

The specific reasons on which an appellant challenges an order.

Asaan alfaaz: Appeal mein challenge ki wajahen.

Example: Identify each disputed finding and requested relief.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Head of income

Income tax

A legal category used to classify income and apply its own computation rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Aamdani ki qanooni category.

Example: Rent should not automatically be treated as employment salary.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Hearing notice

Legal process

A notice identifying an opportunity or requirement to attend a hearing.

Asaan alfaaz: Samaat ke liye bulaway ka notice.

Example: Check the hearing date and required material.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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HS code

Customs & trade

A code in the international Harmonized System for classifying goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Goods classification ka international code.

Example: Product composition can change its classification.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Impairment

Business & records

A reduction of an asset's carrying amount under the relevant accounting rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset ki recoverable value kam honay ka adjustment.

Example: A damaged machine may have a lower recoverable amount.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Import sales tax

Sales tax

Sales tax applied to imported goods under the relevant law.

Asaan alfaaz: Imported goods par sales tax.

Example: Keep the import declaration and payment evidence.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Importer of record

Customs & trade

The person identified as responsible for the import declaration and related obligations.

Asaan alfaaz: Import ki declared zimmedari wala shakhs.

Example: A logistics provider is not automatically the importer.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Income from property

Income tax

A separate income category that commonly covers rent from buildings or land under the relevant provisions.

Asaan alfaaz: Kiraye ki aamdani ka head.

Example: A rented shop can require a property-income computation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Incoterms

Customs & trade

Standard trade terms allocating specified delivery responsibilities, costs and risks.

Asaan alfaaz: Delivery costs aur risks ke standard trade terms.

Example: An agreed term does not replace customs tax law.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Initial allowance

Income tax

A deduction available for qualifying assets under a specific initial-allowance provision.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible asset ki initial tax deduction.

Example: Check asset eligibility before using an allowance.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Input tax

Sales tax

Tax on purchases or imports that may qualify for adjustment subject to the applicable conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Purchases par paid tax.

Example: An invoice alone does not settle every eligibility restriction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Input tax adjustment

Sales tax

The permitted use of eligible input tax against the relevant output liability.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible input ko output se adjust karna.

Example: Blocked or unrelated inputs may be excluded.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Input tax apportionment

Sales tax

Allocating input tax between activities with different recovery treatment.

Asaan alfaaz: Input tax ko eligible aur doosray use mein taqseem karna.

Example: Shared inputs for taxable and exempt activity may need allocation.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Input tax carry-forward

Sales tax

Eligible input tax remaining for treatment in a later period under the rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Baqi eligible input tax aglay period le jana.

Example: A carried balance is not automatically a cash refund.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Intangible asset

Income tax

An asset without physical form, such as a qualifying licence or acquired right.

Asaan alfaaz: Ghair jismani asset ya haq.

Example: A purchased software licence may need separate treatment from equipment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Inventory

Business & records

Goods held for sale or production, valued under the applicable accounting and tax rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Karobar ka stock.

Example: Closing stock affects business profit measurement.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Inventory valuation

Business & records

Assigning a value to stock using an applicable and consistent method.

Asaan alfaaz: Stock ki value nikalna.

Example: Check damaged stock as well as purchase costs.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Invoice serial number

Sales tax

A unique or sequential identifier assigned to an invoice under applicable requirements.

Asaan alfaaz: Invoice ki pehchan ka serial number.

Example: Use it to match a credit note to the original invoice.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Invoice verification

Sales tax

Checking an invoice's recorded details or status through an authorised process.

Asaan alfaaz: Invoice details ki tasdeeq.

Example: Confirm supplier and invoice details through the official system.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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IRIS

Filing & payments

FBR's electronic platform for registration, declarations, payments and related taxpayer tasks.

Asaan alfaaz: FBR ka online taxpayer portal.

Example: Check the official domain before entering credentials.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Journal entry

Business & records

A recorded accounting adjustment or transaction with corresponding debits and credits.

Asaan alfaaz: Debit aur credit ki accounting entry.

Example: An accrual may be posted through a journal.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Jurisdiction

Legal process

The legal authority of an officer or forum over a person, place or matter.

Asaan alfaaz: Officer ya forum ka qanooni ikhtiyar.

Example: Check that the issuing office has authority over the case.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Landed cost

Customs & trade

The combined cost of bringing goods to the intended location, using a clearly stated cost scope.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal destination tak lanay ki majmooi lagat.

Example: Include applicable freight and non-recoverable charges.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Late filer

Filing & payments

A category that can have a distinct treatment under particular provisions and years.

Asaan alfaaz: Der se filing ki applicable category.

Example: Do not treat late filing and non-filing as identical in every calculation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Liability

Business & records

An obligation owed to another party, supported by its underlying facts.

Asaan alfaaz: Wajib-ul-ada zimmedari.

Example: Keep evidence of an outstanding loan.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Limitation period

Legal process

The legally prescribed time window for taking a procedural step.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanooni action ki muqarrar muddat.

Example: Calculate the period using the relevant service and computation rules.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Loss carry-forward

Income tax

Moving an eligible unused loss to a later year within the prescribed conditions and period.

Asaan alfaaz: Baqi eligible loss aglay saal le jana.

Example: Record the origin year and amount already used.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Loss set-off

Income tax

Using an eligible loss against income where the law permits the combination.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible loss ko income ke muqabil adjust karna.

Example: A restricted loss cannot automatically offset every income head.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Manufacturer

Sales tax

A person carrying out activities within the applicable manufacturing definition.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable definition ke tehat maal bananay wala.

Example: Processing or assembly may need classification under the law.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Marginal rate

Income tax

The rate applying to an additional portion of income within the applicable band or rule.

Asaan alfaaz: Izafi aamdani par lagne wala rate.

Example: The next rupee can face a different rate from the average rate.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Minimum tax

Income tax

A statutory floor or minimum treatment for specified income or turnover, subject to exceptions and adjustments.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified basis par kam az kam tax.

Example: A business loss does not by itself rule out every minimum-tax charge.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Mutual agreement procedure

Income tax

A treaty procedure through which competent authorities address qualifying tax disputes.

Asaan alfaaz: Treaty dispute ke liye authorities ka procedure.

Example: It is separate from an ordinary domestic appeal.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Net profit

Business & records

The residual profit after the expenses included in the stated financial computation.

Asaan alfaaz: Relevant expenses ke baad bacha munafa.

Example: Accounting net profit can differ from taxable income.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Non-resident taxpayer

Income tax

A person who does not meet the applicable resident definition for that year.

Asaan alfaaz: Us tax year mein resident na honay wala shakhs.

Example: Income source still matters when considering Pakistan taxation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Normal tax regime

Income tax

A shorthand for computation under ordinary applicable income-tax rules rather than a particular final or minimum treatment.

Asaan alfaaz: Aam applicable computation rules.

Example: A receipt label does not alone decide its tax regime.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Normal tax year

Income tax

The standard annual reporting period ending in June, identified by the year in which it ends.

Asaan alfaaz: Aam July se June wala tax saal.

Example: July 2026 to June 2027 is the normal tax year 2027.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Notification

Legal process

An official instrument communicating a decision, rule or commencement under the relevant power.

Asaan alfaaz: Official notified instrument.

Example: Its effective date may differ from its issue date.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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NTN (National Tax Number)

Filing & payments

The identifier associated with income-tax registration; the identifier used depends on the taxpayer type.

Asaan alfaaz: Income tax registration ki pehchan.

Example: Use the exact registration details shown in the taxpayer profile.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Operating profit

Business & records

Profit from operating activities before items excluded by the stated presentation.

Asaan alfaaz: Operating activities ka munafa.

Example: State which expenses the measure includes.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Ordinance

Legal process

A legislative instrument made under the constitutional ordinance-making power.

Asaan alfaaz: Constitutional power se jari ordinance.

Example: Check its continuing legal status and amendments.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Other sources

Income tax

A head for income that falls within its provisions rather than another specified income head.

Asaan alfaaz: Doosray applicable head mein na anay wali aamdani.

Example: Classify a receipt before applying a rate.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Output tax

Sales tax

Tax charged or payable on relevant outward supplies.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales par charged tax.

Example: Separate the selling price from the tax component in records.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Outstanding demand

Filing & payments

An amount shown as remaining payable against a recorded demand.

Asaan alfaaz: Demand ka baqi payable balance.

Example: Compare the balance with payments and any appellate relief.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Packing list

Customs & trade

A document showing package contents, quantities and related shipment details.

Asaan alfaaz: Packages ke contents ki list.

Example: Check carton counts against delivered packages.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Pakistan Single Window

Customs & trade

A platform supporting specified cross-border trade regulatory submissions and processes.

Asaan alfaaz: Trade regulatory processes ka single-window platform.

Example: Use official access to submit the required trade information.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Pakistan-source income

Income tax

Income connected to Pakistan under the source rules applicable to that kind of receipt.

Asaan alfaaz: Pakistan se qanoonan mansub aamdani.

Example: Where employment is exercised can matter for salary source.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Payable

Business & records

An amount owed by the business or person to another party.

Asaan alfaaz: Doosray ko ada honay wali raqam.

Example: An unpaid supplier invoice may be a payable.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Payment reconciliation

Filing & payments

Matching deposited amounts with the correct liability and tax period.

Asaan alfaaz: Payment aur liability ka hisaab milana.

Example: Investigate a CPR posted to the wrong year.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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PCT code

Customs & trade

A Pakistan Customs Tariff classification code used for goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Pakistan customs classification code.

Example: Check the detailed product description before selecting a code.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Penalty

Legal process

A sanction imposed for a specified contravention under the applicable procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified khilaf-warzi ki saza ya charge.

Example: A penalty and the underlying tax are separate amounts.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Pension

Income tax

A retirement-related payment whose tax treatment depends on the applicable provision and facts.

Asaan alfaaz: Retirement se related payment.

Example: Do not apply an exemption without checking its conditions.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Permanent establishment

Income tax

A taxable business presence defined by domestic law or an applicable treaty.

Asaan alfaaz: Foreign business ki taxable local presence.

Example: A foreign business must examine its actual local operations.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Perquisite

Income tax

A benefit connected with employment that may need valuation for salary taxation.

Asaan alfaaz: Naukri se milnay wala non-cash faida.

Example: An employer-provided benefit can have tax value without a cash payment.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Petty cash

Business & records

A controlled amount held for small routine expenses.

Asaan alfaaz: Chhotay kharchon ke liye cash.

Example: Keep vouchers for small office purchases.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Place of supply

Sales tax

Rules identifying where a supply is treated as occurring for a relevant tax.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax ke liye supply ki jagah tay karna.

Example: Cross-border services need a location analysis.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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POS integration

Sales tax

Connecting a covered point-of-sale system with the required reporting system.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales system ka reporting system se rabta.

Example: Applicability depends on the prescribed business category.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Power of attorney

Filing & payments

An instrument granting authority to act for another within its terms.

Asaan alfaaz: Doosray ki taraf se kaam ka authority document.

Example: Specify the matter and permitted actions.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Preferential tariff

Customs & trade

A tariff concession available under a qualifying trade arrangement and its conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Trade arrangement ki conditional duty riayat.

Example: Origin requirements must be satisfied before claiming it.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Prepaid expense

Business & records

A payment made before the related benefit is consumed.

Asaan alfaaz: Pehle ada shuda future kharch.

Example: Annual insurance may cover more than one reporting period.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Principal officer

Filing & payments

The person treated as the principal officer of an entity under the applicable definition.

Asaan alfaaz: Idaray ka applicable principal officer.

Example: Use the correct authorised person's details in entity filings.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Profit on debt

Income tax

A tax-law expression covering specified returns on debt or money lent, including relevant deposit returns.

Asaan alfaaz: Debt ya deposit ka applicable return.

Example: A bank certificate helps identify the receipt and deduction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Prospective application

Legal process

Application of a rule from its specified future or current commencement onward.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified start ke baad rule ka itlaq.

Example: Do not automatically apply a new rule to an earlier transaction.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Provincial sales tax on services

Sales tax

A tax on services under the relevant province's law, distinct from federal sales tax on goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Provincial law ke tehat services par tax.

Example: Identify the applicable province and service before choosing treatment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Provision

Business & records

An accounting liability estimate meeting the relevant recognition criteria.

Asaan alfaaz: Estimated obligation ka accounting record.

Example: Accounting recognition does not guarantee a tax deduction.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Proviso

Legal process

A clause that qualifies or limits the provision to which it relates.

Asaan alfaaz: Provision ko qualify karnay wali shart.

Example: A broad entitlement may be narrowed by its proviso.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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PSID

Filing & payments

A payment slip identifier used to reference an intended tax payment.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax payment slip ki pehchan.

Example: Verify taxpayer, tax type, period and amount before paying.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Purchase order

Business & records

A buyer's document specifying requested goods or services.

Asaan alfaaz: Kharidari ka order document.

Example: Match ordered quantities to the invoice and delivery.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Purchase return

Business & records

Goods returned to a supplier with corresponding accounting adjustments.

Asaan alfaaz: Supplier ko maal wapas karna.

Example: Link returned stock to its original invoice.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Re-export

Customs & trade

Exporting goods that were previously imported, under the relevant procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Imported maal ko dobara export karna.

Example: Match the outward goods to the earlier import record.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Receivable

Business & records

An amount owed to the business or person by another party.

Asaan alfaaz: Doosray se wasool honay wali raqam.

Example: An unpaid customer invoice may be a receivable.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Recognised provident fund

Income tax

An employee savings fund recognised under the relevant tax provisions.

Asaan alfaaz: Recognised mulazmeen ka savings fund.

Example: Check recognition and withdrawal conditions separately.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Record retention

Business & records

Keeping documents for the period required by the relevant law and circumstances.

Asaan alfaaz: Records ko required muddat tak sambhalna.

Example: An ongoing dispute may require retaining records longer.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Recovery proceedings

Legal process

Steps taken to recover an amount under the powers and safeguards in law.

Asaan alfaaz: Wajib raqam recover karnay ka procedure.

Example: Check whether a valid stay affects the demanded amount.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Rectification

Legal process

Correction of an eligible error through the prescribed rectification process.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible ghalti ki prescribed correction.

Example: Not every disputed interpretation is a rectifiable error.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Reduced-rate certificate

Income tax

A certificate authorising a lower deduction or collection rate for covered payments.

Asaan alfaaz: Kam deduction rate ka applicable certificate.

Example: Do not apply it to an unrelated payment category.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Reducing-balance depreciation

Business & records

Calculating depreciation by applying a rate to a declining balance.

Asaan alfaaz: Ghat'tay balance par depreciation.

Example: The annual charge changes as the balance falls.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Reference to High Court

Legal process

A prescribed procedure bringing a qualifying question of law before a High Court.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible legal question High Court le janay ka procedure.

Example: A reference differs from rehearing every factual dispute.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Refund adjustment

Filing & payments

Applying a recognised refund or credit against another liability where authorised.

Asaan alfaaz: Authorised refund ko liability se adjust karna.

Example: Keep evidence of approval and the liability adjusted.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Registered person

Sales tax

A person registered or treated as registered under the relevant law.

Asaan alfaaz: Relevant law ke tehat registered shakhs.

Example: Being registered does not remove filing and record obligations.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Registration particulars

Filing & payments

The identity, address and activity details held in the registration record.

Asaan alfaaz: Registration record ki bunyadi details.

Example: Update a changed business address through the proper process.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Regulatory duty

Customs & trade

An additional customs duty imposed on specified goods through the applicable legal mechanism.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified goods par additional regulatory duty.

Example: Check the current instrument for the specific goods.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Remand order

Legal process

An order sending a matter back for further action or determination.

Asaan alfaaz: Case dobara decision ke liye wapas bhejna.

Example: Read which questions remain open after remand.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Repatriation of profits

Income tax

Transferring business profits from one jurisdiction to another under applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Munafa doosray mulk transfer karna.

Example: Separate the original profit computation from the later transfer.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Resident taxpayer

Income tax

A person meeting the residence tests for the relevant tax year; the tests differ for individuals and entities.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax year ke residence tests par poora utrnay wala shakhs.

Example: Citizenship alone does not settle every residence question.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Residual value

Business & records

The estimated amount recoverable at the end of an asset's useful life after relevant disposal costs.

Asaan alfaaz: Useful life ke akhir ki expected baqi value.

Example: Consider estimated scrap proceeds in the accounting calculation.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Retail price basis

Sales tax

A tax valuation approach using the defined retail price for specified goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified goods ka retail-price tax basis.

Example: Check whether the goods fall in the relevant schedule.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Retailer

Sales tax

A seller making retail supplies within the applicable definition.

Asaan alfaaz: Retail sale karnay wala.

Example: Registration rules can depend on the retailer category.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Retrospective amendment

Legal process

An amendment given effect from an earlier date as specified by law.

Asaan alfaaz: Pichli tareekh se effect wali amendment.

Example: Review the stated commencement and affected periods.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Return of income

Filing & payments

A declaration of income and tax information for the relevant year in the required form.

Asaan alfaaz: Saal ki income aur tax declaration.

Example: Review all income heads before submitting.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Revised return

Filing & payments

A corrected return submitted using the applicable revision procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Applicable procedure se durust ki gayi return.

Example: Check time limits and required permissions before revision.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Royalty

Income tax

A payment for specified rights, property or knowledge within the applicable definition.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas rights istemaal karnay ka muawza.

Example: A licence fee needs classification based on the rights granted.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Rules

Legal process

Subordinate legislation made under authority granted by a parent law.

Asaan alfaaz: Parent law ke tehat banay rules.

Example: A procedural rule must be read with its enabling law.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Rules of origin

Customs & trade

Criteria used to determine the origin of goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Maal ka origin tay karnay ke rules.

Example: Simple repacking may not change origin.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Salary

Income tax

Employment-related remuneration, including taxable benefits where the law brings them into salary.

Asaan alfaaz: Naukri ki aamdani aur taxable benefits.

Example: An annual bonus can affect the annual salary estimate.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Sales return

Business & records

Goods returned by a customer with related revenue and tax adjustments.

Asaan alfaaz: Customer se bikay maal ki wapsi.

Example: Record the return and any authorised credit note.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Sales tax

Sales tax

A tax applying to taxable supplies or imports under the relevant federal or provincial law.

Asaan alfaaz: Taxable supply ya import par tax.

Example: First identify whether goods or services and which jurisdiction are involved.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Sales tax annexure reconciliation

Sales tax

Matching return schedules to underlying sales, purchases and adjustments.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales tax schedules aur records ka hisaab milana.

Example: Resolve an invoice mismatch before final submission.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Sales tax refund claim

Sales tax

A request for repayment of qualifying sales tax through the prescribed procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible sales tax refund ki darkhwast.

Example: Reconcile the claim to invoices and export evidence where relevant.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Sales tax withholding

Sales tax

A mechanism under which a designated person withholds part or all of a specified sales-tax amount.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales tax ka prescribed withholding process.

Example: Identify the applicable withholding rules and payer category.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Schedule to an Act

Legal process

An attached part of legislation containing specified rates, lists or detailed provisions.

Asaan alfaaz: Act ke sath rates ya details ka schedule.

Example: Read the relevant schedule entry with its conditions.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Security deposit

Business & records

Money held as security under an agreement, often repayable if conditions are met.

Asaan alfaaz: Agreement ki security ke liye jama raqam.

Example: A refundable rent deposit differs from rent expense.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Service of notice

Legal process

Delivery or communication of a notice through a method recognised by law.

Asaan alfaaz: Notice ki qanoonan recognised delivery.

Example: Retain evidence of electronic or physical service.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Settlement discount

Business & records

A reduction offered for payment under agreed timing or settlement terms.

Asaan alfaaz: Payment ki shart par discount.

Example: Check whether early payment qualifies.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Severance payment

Income tax

Compensation connected with the ending of employment, whose treatment depends on its nature and the law.

Asaan alfaaz: Naukri khatam honay ki compensation.

Example: Separate unpaid salary from termination compensation.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Show-cause notice

Legal process

A notice asking a person to explain why a proposed action should not be taken.

Asaan alfaaz: Proposed action se pehle jawab ka notice.

Example: Read the allegation and response deadline before replying.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Sole proprietor

Income tax

An individual carrying on business in their own capacity rather than through a separate company.

Asaan alfaaz: Apnay naam par karobar karnay wala fard.

Example: Keep business records separate from personal spending.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Special tax year

Income tax

An approved or prescribed reporting period different from the normal tax year.

Asaan alfaaz: Mukhtalif approved reporting period.

Example: An entity using another year end must use its applicable tax-year rules.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Speculation business

Income tax

A business category subject to specific statutory rules for speculative transactions.

Asaan alfaaz: Speculative transactions ki khaas business category.

Example: Review loss restrictions before combining it with ordinary trading.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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SRO

Legal process

A statutory regulatory order issued under delegated legal authority.

Asaan alfaaz: Delegated authority ka regulatory order.

Example: Read the enabling section and operative wording.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Statement of facts

Legal process

A structured account of relevant facts supporting a legal submission.

Asaan alfaaz: Case ke relevant facts ki tafseel.

Example: Keep dates and documentary references consistent.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Statute

Legal process

A law enacted by the competent legislature.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanoon saaz idaray ka banaya qanoon.

Example: Read the enacted text alongside applicable amendments.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Stay of recovery

Legal process

An order temporarily restraining specified recovery action on stated conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Recovery temporarily roknay ka order.

Example: Filing an appeal does not always itself create a stay.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Straight-line depreciation

Business & records

Allocating a depreciable amount evenly over the relevant useful life.

Asaan alfaaz: Har period barabar depreciation.

Example: Use the method only where appropriate to the accounting purpose.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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STRN

Sales tax

A sales-tax registration identifier used for relevant registered-person transactions.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales tax registration ki pehchan.

Example: Check registration and active status separately.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Submission acknowledgement

Filing & payments

A system record confirming receipt or submission of a declaration.

Asaan alfaaz: Submission ka system saboot.

Example: Retain the acknowledgement for the correct year.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Super tax

Income tax

An additional tax applying where the relevant income measure, person and year meet its conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas aamdani aur sharaait par izafi tax.

Example: Use the statutory super-tax base, not an assumed bank balance.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Superseded instrument

Legal process

An instrument replaced by a later one to the extent stated in the replacement.

Asaan alfaaz: Baad ke instrument se replace shuda order.

Example: Preserve the history when reviewing an older transaction.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Supplier advance

Business & records

Money paid to a supplier before the related delivery.

Asaan alfaaz: Supplier ko pehle ada raqam.

Example: Track an equipment deposit separately from operating expense.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Supporting voucher

Business & records

A document supporting a recorded transaction or approval.

Asaan alfaaz: Transaction ka supporting document.

Example: Attach a receipt to a reimbursement voucher.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Suspension of registration

Sales tax

A temporary restriction on registration status under the applicable process.

Asaan alfaaz: Registration status ki temporary suspension.

Example: Review the order and consequences for invoices and claims.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax appeal

Legal process

A challenge to an appealable decision before the prescribed forum.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax decision ko prescribed forum par challenge karna.

Example: Forum and limitation depend on the order and applicable law.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax audit

Legal process

An examination of records and declarations under the applicable powers and procedure.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax records ki jaanch.

Example: Preserve supporting records and respond to specific requests.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax certificate

Filing & payments

A document certifying specified income, deduction or other tax information.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified tax details ki tasdeeq.

Example: Match a salary certificate with payroll and payment records.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax challan

Filing & payments

A payment document or reference associated with a particular liability.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax jama karwanay ka document.

Example: Use the correct tax period when preparing a challan.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax credit

Income tax

An eligible reduction of calculated tax, usually subject to statutory conditions or limits.

Asaan alfaaz: Calculated tax mein qanooni kami.

Example: A credit of 100 reduces qualifying tax rather than gross receipts.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax gross-up

Income tax

Increasing a payment so that the recipient receives an agreed net amount after tax deduction.

Asaan alfaaz: Net payment poori karnay ke liye gross raqam barhana.

Example: A net-of-tax contract may require a higher gross payment.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax invoice

Sales tax

An invoice containing the particulars required for the relevant tax transaction.

Asaan alfaaz: Required tax details wala invoice.

Example: Check supplier details and the transaction date.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax liability

Income tax

The tax obligation computed for a person, period or transaction under the relevant law.

Asaan alfaaz: Qanoonan wajib tax.

Example: Separate gross liability from the balance after credits.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax office

Filing & payments

The office responsible for specified taxpayer administration functions.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax affairs handle karnay wala daftar.

Example: Check the assigned office in the registration record.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax payable

Income tax

The balance still due after the applicable payments, credits and adjustments are taken into account.

Asaan alfaaz: Adjustments ke baad ada honay wala balance.

Example: Liability of 1,000 with valid credits of 700 leaves 300 payable.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax payment correction

Filing & payments

A prescribed process for correcting eligible payment-record particulars.

Asaan alfaaz: Eligible tax payment record ki durusti.

Example: Do not create a second payment merely to hide a record mismatch.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax period

Filing & payments

The reporting interval applicable to a tax obligation; it need not be a full income-tax year.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax reporting ki muddat.

Example: A monthly sales-tax period differs from an annual income-tax year.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax point

Sales tax

The event or time triggering the relevant tax accounting obligation.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax accounting trigger honay ka point.

Example: A cash receipt may need to be considered before delivery.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax profile

Filing & payments

The registered identity, business and contact particulars maintained in the system.

Asaan alfaaz: Registered taxpayer ki maloomat.

Example: Update changed business details through the proper process.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax rebate

Income tax

A reduction granted by a specific provision; availability depends on the relevant year and eligibility.

Asaan alfaaz: Kisi khaas provision ke tehat tax mein riayat.

Example: A rebate available in one year may not exist in another.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax refund

Income tax

An amount repayable when the legal conditions for excess payment or another refund entitlement are satisfied.

Asaan alfaaz: Sharaait ke mutabiq wapas milnay wala tax.

Example: An excess shown in a return is not proof that payment has been released.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax registration

Filing & payments

Entry into the relevant tax system with the required identity and activity details.

Asaan alfaaz: Relevant tax system mein registration.

Example: Income registration does not automatically complete sales registration.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax residence certificate

Income tax

A document evidencing tax residence for a specified purpose or period.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax residence ka saboot.

Example: A treaty claim may request the current certificate.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax slab

Income tax

An income band used in a graduated calculation; the formula may combine a base amount and an excess-income rate.

Asaan alfaaz: Aamdani ka rate band.

Example: Crossing a band does not necessarily apply its rate to all income.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax surcharge

Income tax

An additional statutory charge; the basis and trigger depend on the particular provision.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas provision ka izafi charge.

Example: Distinguish a liability surcharge from an ATL-related payment.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Tax-exclusive price

Sales tax

A quoted price before the stated tax is added.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax ke baghair quoted qeemat.

Example: Confirm whether a supplier quotation includes tax.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tax-inclusive price

Sales tax

A quoted price containing the tax covered by the quotation.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax shamil qeemat.

Example: Separate the tax component using the applicable rate and method.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Taxable income

Income tax

The income base on which the relevant tax calculation is made after the deductions and allowances permitted for that income.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax laganay wali aamdani.

Example: A deduction from income changes the base; a credit changes the tax.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Taxable supply

Sales tax

A supply within the charging scope of the relevant sales-tax law.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales tax ke scope mein anay wali supply.

Example: Determine the applicable category before using a rate.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Taxpayer representative

Filing & payments

A person authorised to act for a taxpayer within the permitted scope.

Asaan alfaaz: Taxpayer ka authorised numainda.

Example: Check the authority before submitting a response.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Temporary import

Customs & trade

Admission of goods for a limited purpose or period under specified conditions.

Asaan alfaaz: Mehdood purpose ya muddat ka import.

Example: Equipment brought for an exhibition may need re-export evidence.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Thin capitalisation

Income tax

Rules that may restrict deductions for financing in specified debt-heavy ownership arrangements.

Asaan alfaaz: Specified zyada debt financing ki deduction restrictions.

Example: A group loan may require more than an interest-rate check.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Tier-1 retailer

Sales tax

A retailer meeting one or more statutory criteria for the specified category.

Asaan alfaaz: Statutory criteria wali retailer category.

Example: Check current criteria rather than store size alone.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Time of supply

Sales tax

The point at which a supply is treated as occurring for the applicable sales-tax rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Sales tax ke liye supply ka relevant waqt.

Example: Invoice, payment and delivery dates may need comparison.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Total income

Income tax

The combined income measured under the applicable heads before the next steps in computing taxable income.

Asaan alfaaz: Mukhtalif heads ki majmooi aamdani.

Example: Salary and business income may need separate schedules before aggregation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Trade discount

Business & records

A commercial reduction in the quoted selling price.

Asaan alfaaz: Tijarati qeemat mein discount.

Example: Keep the discount visible in the transaction evidence.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Transaction value

Customs & trade

A valuation basis using the price paid or payable with required adjustments where acceptable.

Asaan alfaaz: Required adjustments ke sath paid ya payable price.

Example: Related-party conditions may require closer review.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Transfer pricing

Income tax

Determining prices and tax outcomes for transactions between associated persons under the applicable rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Associated parties ki transactions ki pricing.

Example: Document how a cross-border group charge was calculated.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Treaty tie-breaker

Income tax

A treaty mechanism for resolving competing residence claims where its conditions apply.

Asaan alfaaz: Do mulkon ki residence claim resolve karnay ka rule.

Example: Dual residence requires reviewing the actual treaty sequence.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Trial balance

Business & records

A list of ledger balances used to check the arithmetic balance of bookkeeping entries.

Asaan alfaaz: Ledger balances ki checking list.

Example: Equal totals do not prove every entry is correctly classified.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Turnover

Business & records

The revenue measure defined for a particular accounting or tax purpose.

Asaan alfaaz: Relevant definition ke mutabiq sales ya receipts.

Example: The statutory turnover base may differ from bank credits.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Unabsorbed depreciation

Income tax

Eligible depreciation that could not be used in the relevant computation and may receive later treatment.

Asaan alfaaz: Istemaal na ho saki eligible depreciation.

Example: Track it separately from an ordinary business loss.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Unregistered person

Sales tax

A person not registered under the relevant tax system.

Asaan alfaaz: Relevant tax system mein unregistered shakhs.

Example: Income-tax registration does not itself mean sales-tax registration.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Useful life

Business & records

The expected period or usage over which an asset provides benefits for accounting purposes.

Asaan alfaaz: Asset se faida uthana ki expected muddat.

Example: Accounting useful life may differ from a tax deduction schedule.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Valuation ruling

Customs & trade

An official customs determination concerning valuation of specified goods.

Asaan alfaaz: Khaas goods ki customs valuation ruling.

Example: Check the goods covered and whether the ruling remains applicable.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Value of supply

Sales tax

The amount used as the sales-tax base under the applicable valuation rules.

Asaan alfaaz: Supply ki sales-tax calculation wali value.

Example: Discounts and related-party terms can require review.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Warehousing bond

Customs & trade

Security or an undertaking connected with customs warehousing obligations.

Asaan alfaaz: Warehousing obligations ki security ya undertaking.

Example: Track the bond against the covered goods.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Wealth reconciliation

Filing & payments

An explanation connecting opening wealth, income, outflows and closing wealth.

Asaan alfaaz: Wealth movement ka hisaab milana.

Example: A difference needs an actual explanation rather than a balancing guess.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Wealth statement

Filing & payments

A statement reporting relevant assets, liabilities and personal expenditure for reconciliation purposes.

Asaan alfaaz: Asasay, liabilities aur kharch ki statement.

Example: An asset purchase should be supported by a funding explanation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Weighted-average cost

Business & records

A stock-cost method based on an average weighted by quantities.

Asaan alfaaz: Quantity ke hisaab se average lagat.

Example: Large purchases influence the average more than small purchases.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Wholesaler

Sales tax

A trader supplying goods at wholesale within the relevant commercial or legal context.

Asaan alfaaz: Wholesale par goods bechnay wala.

Example: The buyer's use and trading pattern may matter.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Withholding agent

Income tax

A person required to deduct or collect tax and carry out related obligations.

Asaan alfaaz: Tax deduct ya collect karnay ka zimmedar shakhs.

Example: An employer can act as a salary withholding agent.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Withholding statement

Filing & payments

A statement reporting specified tax deductions or collections and related payees.

Asaan alfaaz: Deducted ya collected tax ki statement.

Example: Reconcile records with deposits before filing.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Withholding tax

Income tax

Tax deducted or collected by another person at a specified payment or transaction stage.

Asaan alfaaz: Payment par deduct ya collect honay wala tax.

Example: An employer may deduct tax from salary payments.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Work in progress

Business & records

Partly completed goods or services at a reporting date.

Asaan alfaaz: Adhoora production ya kaam.

Example: Identify costs of unfinished production separately.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Written submissions

Legal process

Written arguments and supporting explanations presented to an authority or forum.

Asaan alfaaz: Authority ko likhi hui daleel aur jawab.

Example: Address each allegation and attach relevant evidence.

Reference: Introductory definition and illustrative example. The official source is a reference collection; consult the applicable law, period and conditions.

Reviewed: 2026-10-18

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Zero-rated supply

Sales tax

A taxable supply to which a zero rate applies under a specific provision.

Asaan alfaaz: Specific provision ke tehat zero rate supply.

Example: Entitlement still depends on the provision and documentation.

Reference: Introductory explanation. Consult the applicable provision and tax year in the linked official resource.

Reviewed: 2026-10-16

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Introductory guidance. Read the official provisions, relevant year and later amendments before applying a definition.