How to Claim Your Income Tax Refund in Pakistan (2025) – A Simple Guide
If you’ve paid more tax than required, you have the right to get a refund, but most people don’t know how to claim it properly.
This new guide will take you through every step of the income tax refund process in 2025 in easy language and with the newest data from FBR.
Step 1: File Your Income Tax Return (Online Only)
The initial step to receive a refund is to file your tax return online only through the FBR IRIS portal.
Ensure that you accurately disclose all your income and deductions, as well as any taxes that have already been paid, such as withholding tax from your paycheck or bank earnings.
If you do not submit a return, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Step 2: Make Sure Your Return Clearly Shows the Refund
As you submit your return:
• Enter all of the taxes you have paid this year.
• The system will automatically determine your eligible refund amount.
Advice: If the FBR requests proof, keep supporting documentation on hand, such as bank profit statements or tax deduction certificates.
Step 3: Submit an IRIS refund application
Simply filing the return is insufficient. To receive the actual refund, you also need to:
- Log in to IRIS.
- Submit a distinct Refund Application under Section 170.
Once submitted, you can track the status online or go to your nearest Regional Tax Office (RTO) if necessary.
Step 4: FBR Verifies Your Claim
After you apply for a refund:
• FBR will check your details, paid taxes, and documents.
• If all is well, they will process your refund.
This may take some time, so have patience but keep on tracking.
Step 5: File Refund Within the Time Limit
You have to claim your refund:
• Within 2 years from the date of submission of your tax return
OR
• Within 2 years from the date tax was paid
(Whichever is later)
Don’t wait — refunds won’t be claimed after this time limit.
Step 6: Refund Eligibility Dependent on Timely Filing
If you do your return beyond the deadline date, you may not qualify for a refund unless you are included in the Active Taxpayer List (ATL).
FBR is not liable for any refund delay if you filed late, either.
To avoid this issue: Always file your return before the deadline (usually September 30, but sometimes extended).
Step 7: Refunds Are Now Paid Online
Good news! In 2025, FBR has improved its centralized e-refund system. This means:
• Your refund can be transferred directly to your bank account.
• No need to wait for physical cheques or visit FBR offices.
Make sure your bank account (with IBAN) is updated in IRIS.
Step 8: Add/Update Your Bank Account Information
To get your refund:
• Your IBAN should be accurately filled in the “Bank Account” area of your IRIS profile.
• The account should be in your name and already registered in the system.
This is the official instruction to update your bank details in IRIS.
Why Claiming a Refund is Worth It
- It’s your cash — reclaim what you overpaid.
• Being in ATL and refund-compliant enhances your tax credibility.
• You’ll enjoy clean records and evidence of sound fiscal conduct.
Help Available?
In case all of this still seems to be perplexing, there is no cause for worry. You can seek assistance from a reputed tax advisor or a service like Corptax Solutions.
We will:
✅ Verify your refund eligibility
✅ Submit your return and refund claim
✅ Ensure your refund is smoothly credited into your account
Last Thought
Don’t let your hard-earned money get trapped due to delay or confusion. Your income tax refund in 2025 is easier to claim, but you have to follow the right process, stay within limits, and have your profile up to date.
Be smart. Be punctual. And claim your refund stress-free!
- The account should be in your name and must already be on the system’s list.
You can find here the official instructions to update your bank details in IRIS
Why Claiming a Refund is So Worth It
- It’s your money — claim what you paid too much for.
• Having your ATL and being refund-compliant makes you tax-credible.
• You’ll have impeccable documentation and evidence of careful money management.
Are You in Need of Assistance?
If any of this is still unclear, calm down. A reliable tax advisor or a service such as Corptax Solutions can be of assistance.
We’ll verify that you qualify for a reimbursement. Submit your return and reimbursement request. Verify that your refund has been processed to your account without any problems.
Call us today on WhatsApp or go to www.corptaxsolution.com
Last Remark
Don’t let miscommunications or delays keep your hard-earned cash stuck. Receiving your income tax refund in 2025 is simpler, but you still need to keep your profile up to date, follow the right procedures, and meet the deadline.
Shrewd and timely. And a simple reimbursement!