FBR notice replies
Written replies to information, audit, amendment and show-cause notices, prepared from law and your records.
Overview
Written replies to FBR notices — information requests, notices to file, amendment of assessment, audit selection and show-cause notices — prepared from the law and your records.
Why it matters
Every FBR notice has a reply date and a legal basis. A timely, documented reply often closes the matter at the first stage, while ignoring it can lead to an ex-parte order, a demand and recovery action on your bank account.
Who needs this
- Anyone who has received a notice from FBR on IRIS or by post
How it works
Who does each step, and how long it usually takes once documents are complete.
- 1Send us the noticeYou
Photo or PDF and the date you received it.
Same day - 2AnalysisTAXWORK
Section, tax year, issue and deadline identified.
1 day - 3EvidenceYou / TAXWORK
Records collected to answer exactly what is asked.
1–5 days - 4ReplyTAXWORK
Written reply filed on IRIS, or an extension requested if needed.
Before the deadline - 5Follow-upTAXWORK
Further queries and hearings handled.
Ongoing
Documents we need
Tick what you already have, then send the list to us.
What you receive
- Filed reply with evidence
- Extension request if needed
- Advice on next steps
Deadlines, risks and penalties
- Ignoring a notice can lead to an ex parte order, tax demand and penalties
- Bank accounts can be attached after a demand
Mistakes we fix, and what our fee covers
Common mistakes we fix
- Missing the reply date on a notice, so an ex-parte order is passed
- Replies without documents or legal grounds
- Paying a demand that could have been reduced or stayed
- Missing the appeal limitation period
Included in our fee
- Reading of the notice and your records
- Written reply with the legal grounds and documents
- Representation before the officer or appellate forum
- Updates after every hearing and a copy of each order
Law and references
The sections and rules this service is based on.
- Section 114(4) – notice to file a return
- Section 122 – amendment of assessment
- Section 176 – notice for information
- Section 177 – audit
Questions
How long does it take?
Reply before the deadline in the notice, usually within 7–30 days. Step by step: Send us the notice (Same day), Analysis (1 day), Evidence (1–5 days), Reply (Before the deadline), Follow-up (Ongoing).
What does it cost?
We give a fixed quote after reviewing your case. Government fees are extra where they apply.
What happens if I miss a deadline?
Ignoring a notice can lead to an ex parte order, tax demand and penalties. Bank accounts can be attached after a demand.
The deadline has passed. What now?
Contact us immediately. We may be able to file a late reply or move to appeal.
Is there a step-by-step procedure?
Appeal to the Commissioner (Appeals): Challenge an assessment, penalty, refund or other order of an Inland Revenue officer. Open the procedure →
Is there a step-by-step procedure?
Rectification of a mistake in an order: Fixing an obvious error in an FBR order without going to appeal. Open the procedure →
Is there a step-by-step procedure?
Show-cause notice to amend an assessment: Replying when FBR proposes to change your filed return. Open the procedure →
Is there a step-by-step procedure?
Notice for information or evidence: Responding to a request for documents or explanations. Open the procedure →
Is there a step-by-step procedure?
Income tax audit: What happens when you're selected for audit, from selection to the final order. Open the procedure →
What if the reply date has passed?
Contact us at once. We can often request time or file a reply before an order is passed.
Can you reply on my behalf?
Yes. With your authorisation we reply through IRIS and attend hearings for you.
Why clients choose TAXWORK
Individuals, businesses and companies across Pakistan and overseas.
Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Sialkot and Karachi (with Raza Siddiqui & Co., Chartered Accountants).
You get the scope and a fixed fee in writing before any work starts.
Progress updates, and a copy of everything we file or submit for you.
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Send your documents on WhatsApp or book a meeting. A consultant confirms the scope and a fixed fee before any work starts.