NTN registration in Pakistan

What NTN registration involves

Registration is completed online through FBR’s IRIS portal. For individuals, FBR uses the Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) number as the registration number. Businesses such as associations of persons (AOPs) and companies receive their own registration linked to the entity.

Registration is the first step: it does not by itself make you an active filer. To appear on FBR’s Active Taxpayers List, you generally need to file your income tax return.

Who typically needs this

• Individuals who need to file an income tax return for the first time
• Salaried persons, freelancers and professionals earning taxable income
• Sole proprietors starting or formalising a business — see sole proprietorship registration
• Partnership firms and other AOPs, and companies after SECP incorporation
• Anyone needing an NTN to open business bank accounts, register for sales tax or apply for trade registrations

Documents and information usually required

• CNIC of the individual (or of partners/directors for an AOP or company)
• A mobile number registered in the applicant’s own name and an active email address
• Business details where applicable: business name, nature of business and address
• Evidence of business premises where applicable (for example, a tenancy agreement or utility bill)
• For AOPs: partnership deed and registration certificate (if registered); for companies: SECP incorporation documents

The exact list depends on your circumstances. We confirm it on WhatsApp before any submission.

How the process works

1. Initial consultation

   You tell us your situation on WhatsApp — individual, business or entity — and we confirm the registration type.

2. Document check

   We review your documents and details before anything is entered on the portal.

3. IRIS registration

   The application is completed on FBR’s IRIS system, including verification codes sent to your registered mobile number and email.

4. Confirmation

   Once registration is complete you can view your registration on FBR’s online verification service. We explain your next filing obligations.

Important considerations

• Registration codes are sent to the applicant’s own mobile and email, so you will need access to them during the process.
• Keep your IRIS login credentials private. We will explain how to manage access securely.
• Registering creates ongoing obligations such as annual return filing. Ask us about income tax return filing.