Why You Need an NTN
Pakistan's tax system is built around the National Tax Number. Every individual earning income, every business operating in Pakistan, and every company registered with SECP must have one.
ATL Benefit: Being on the Active Taxpayer List reduces property purchase WHT from 4% to 2% — saving PKR 200,000 on a PKR 10M property. Non-filers pay double rates on banking profits, dividends, and contracts. Our fee pays for itself on your very first transaction.
Adeem Consultant processes NTN registrations for individuals, sole proprietors, SECP-registered companies, AOPs, and overseas Pakistanis. Most individual NTNs are issued within 24–48 hours of correct document submission.
Documents Required
Individual / Salaried
CNIC copy · Employer letter or salary slip · Bank account details · Utility bill if self-employed
Business / Sole Proprietor
CNIC copy · Business address proof · Bank account details · Nature of business description
Company (post-SECP)
Certificate of Incorporation · MOA & AOA · Director CNICs · Registered office address proof
Overseas Pakistani (NICOP)
NICOP copy · Overseas address · Pakistan bank account or proxy authorisation letter
Our NTN Registration Process
Document Collection — Same Day
WhatsApp us your documents. We review immediately and confirm exactly what we need — no unnecessary back-and-forth.
FBR IRIS Application — Day 1–2
We complete your IRIS profile, upload all documents, and submit the application with correct categorisation for your situation.
NTN Issued — 24–48 Hours
FBR issues your NTN. We deliver your NTN certificate and verify your Active Taxpayer List registration immediately.
First Year Return Filed
We file your first income tax return to activate ATL status — ensuring you benefit from filer rates from day one.
Fees & Timeline
- Individual / Salaried: PKR 2,000–3,500 · Delivered in 24–48 hours
- Sole Proprietor / Business: PKR 3,500–5,000 · Delivered in 1–3 days
- Company (post-SECP): PKR 4,000–6,000 · Delivered in 1–3 days
- Overseas Pakistani NICOP: PKR 4,500–6,500 · Delivered in 1–3 days remotely
All fees include first year income tax return filing to activate ATL status. No hidden charges. Exact fee quoted before any work begins.
NTN Registration — FAQs
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A National Tax Number is your unique tax identity issued by FBR. Required to file income tax returns, register for sales tax, open a business bank account, and access ATL benefits that lower withholding tax rates on all major transactions.
Most individual NTNs are processed within 24-48 hours of correct document submission. Company NTNs take 1-3 business days. Overseas Pakistani NTNs may take 2-4 days.
Yes, through FBR IRIS at iris.fbr.gov.pk. However errors in self-registration often cause delays or incorrect categorisation. Adeem Consultant ensures your registration is correct the first time.
The ATL is FBR's list of compliant taxpayers who have filed their annual income tax returns. To appear on ATL you must file your return. We file your first return as part of our NTN registration package.
Yes. Overseas Pakistanis with NICOP can register for NTN. The process is fully remote via WhatsApp and email — no Pakistan visit required.
You cannot file income tax returns, register for sales tax, or appear on ATL. You will pay double withholding tax rates on all major transactions. FBR can also levy penalties for operating without registration.
No. NTN is your income tax registration number. STRN is a separate sales tax registration number. Many businesses need both. Adeem Consultant handles both.
Yes. Your personal NTN and your company's NTN are completely separate registrations. Adeem Consultant registers the company NTN with FBR immediately after SECP incorporation.
After NTN registration we file your income tax return immediately. ATL status is typically updated within 48-72 hours of return acceptance by FBR.
No problem. Adeem Consultant files back-years returns where beneficial and brings your compliance up to date. We advise on the most cost-effective approach for your specific situation.
Register Your NTN Today
WhatsApp us your CNIC and we will have your NTN and ATL registration completed within 24-48 hours. ICAP Chartered Accountants — no errors, no delays, transparent fees.
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