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Urgent action required

Got an FBR notice?
You have 30 days.

Most people panic, Google the section number, and do nothing. That silence is the most expensive mistake you can make — FBR proceeds without you.

What ignoring costs you

The penalty clock is already ticking.

1% penalty per month on unpaid tax
Bank accounts frozen without court order
PTA SIM block — mobile service cut
Customs clearance & tender eligibility blocked
Ex-parte assessment at 3–5× actual liability
Your response window

What happens at each stage.

From notice receipt to resolution — here is what the FBR clock looks like and what we do at each step.

1
Notice received

Day 0. The clock starts from service date — not when you opened the envelope.


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2
24-hr review

We analyse the notice section, evidence requested, and deadline. You get a written plan.


Day 1
3
Response drafted

Evidence collated, legal grounds cited, and response structured for FBR submission.


Day 7–14
4
Filed & closed

Submission before deadline. Acknowledgement shared. Case monitored to closure.


Before Day 30
Common FBR notices

Which notice did you receive?

Each section has different consequences and different response requirements. Identify yours first.

Section 114

Non-Filer Notice

FBR has determined you are required to file but haven't. Typically targets people with bank deposits, vehicles, or properties on record. The fix is simple — file immediately.

High urgency
Section 122

Return Amendment

FBR wants to revise your already-filed return — usually to increase your tax liability. Requires a legal response with documentary evidence. This is the most common notice for active filers.

High urgency
Section 176

Information Request

FBR is requesting documents, bank statements, or business records for verification. Must be responded to with organised evidence — selective disclosure is a common mistake here.

Medium urgency
Section 111

Unexplained Wealth

FBR suspects income sources not reflected in your returns. Triggered by property purchases, large bank credits, or foreign remittances. Consequences are severe if unanswered.

Critical
Section 161/205

Withholding Shortfall

Your employer or business withheld less tax than required. Penalty notice for the difference plus surcharge. Requires ledger reconciliation and withholding statement review.

Medium urgency
Audit Initiation

Full Audit Notice

FBR is auditing your returns for 1–3 years. This is the most intensive and requires a full defence file with transaction evidence, reconciliations, and legal positioning.

Critical
Our response process

How we handle your notice.

Four clean steps — no mystery, no delays, no guesswork.

1

Notice analysis in 24 hours

Share your notice — photo, scan, or PDF. We identify the section, deadline, evidence required, and worst-case exposure. You get a written brief same day.

2

Document collection

We send a tailored checklist — only the documents actually needed. You upload securely through our portal or WhatsApp. We chase missing pieces.

3

Structured response drafted

Every response cites the correct statute, attaches the right evidence, and addresses the notice point-by-point. You approve before submission.

4

Filed before deadline & monitored

Filed through the correct FBR channel (IRIS portal or field office). Acknowledgement shared with you. We monitor for FBR's reply and respond to follow-up queries.

Common questions

FBR notice answered plainly.

I received an FBR notice — what is my deadline?
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Most FBR notices require a response within 30 days of service. Section 176 notices may have shorter windows. Check the date on the notice immediately — do not count from the day you opened it.
What happens if I ignore an FBR notice?
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FBR will proceed ex-parte — meaning they determine your tax liability without your input. This routinely results in assessments 3–5× your actual liability. Penalties compound at 1% per month. Bank accounts can be frozen and SIM cards blocked.
Can I respond to an FBR notice myself?
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You can, but errors in the response can make your position worse. Evidence must be cited correctly, timelines observed, and the right legal grounds argued. A poorly-drafted reply is sometimes worse than no reply.
How fast can LeaderSol respond?
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We begin review within 24 hours of receiving the notice. For urgent cases with short deadlines, contact us via WhatsApp immediately for same-day analysis.
What is a Section 122 notice?
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Section 122 is FBR's amendment notice — they want to revise (usually increase) a previously filed return. This requires a legal response citing why the amendment is unjustified, backed by documentary evidence.
What is a Section 114 notice?
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Section 114 is the notice to file a return. If you failed to file your income tax return, FBR uses this notice to compel filing. Non-response results in automatic default surcharge and possible prosecution.
Act before the deadline

Don't let FBR write
your tax story for you.

Share your notice — we review it, map the deadline, and send you a written response plan within 24 hours. No commitment required.

24-hr review · Senior-led · Evidence-based response
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