Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has escalated its efforts against non-filers by issuing final notices, warning of the impending blockage of mobile SIM cards, mobile phones, and disconnection of utilities.
In one such notice to non-filers, it stated,
“You were issued notice under section 114B to file the return, non-compliance results in disconnection of electricity, gas & mobile connections. Please file a return immediately.”
Sources reveal that FBR is gearing up to implement stringent measures against non-filers. The initial phase will involve the blocking of mobile SIM cards and mobile phones, with FBR set to issue the Income Tax General order this month.
Additionally, FBR is formulating a strategy to disconnect the electricity and gas connections of non-filers. Despite lacking complete data on the electricity connections of non-filers thus far, FBR is poised to enforce these measures to encourage tax compliance.
A senior FBR official, when contacted, confirmed that the blocking of mobile phones for non-filers is scheduled for the current month, though a specific date was not provided. The move represents a significant step in FBR’s pursuit of ensuring tax compliance and broader financial transparency.
