FBR Resumes Deferred Sales Tax Refunds for Exporters, Implements New Capping Policy

FBR has resumed issuing deferred sales tax refunds to exporters outside the five zero-rated sectors
This is part of efforts to streamline the refund process and reduce delays
FBR issued a circular directing tax offices to process refunds using the FASTER system
Refund caps are set at 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, and 8% based on export value and product classification
A uniform upper capping policy is implemented with a maximum limit of 10% of export value or actual input tax used
Field formations are instructed to revisit and reprocess previous refund claims and orders
The initiative aims to restore exporters’ confidence and ensure compliance through improved governance mechanisms

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