In Pakistan, it is mandatory to register with FBR (Federal Board of Revenue) if you have any source of income. Once registered, you are referred to as a filer. If your income falls under a specific tax bracket, you will be considered a taxpayer.
Wondering how to know if you’re an active taxpayer? The Active Taxpayer List (ATL) is a central record of individuals who have filed their income tax returns for the previous year. This list is maintained by the FBR and can easily be accessed on their official website.
There are several methods to check your taxpayer status:
ATL Update Scheme
The Active Taxpayer List (ATL) is updated annually on March 1 and remains valid until the last day of February the following year. For example, the current ATL was published on March 1, 2023, and will be valid until February 28, 2024. Every Monday, FBR updates the ATL with the most recent data. You can view this updated list by visiting the FBR official website.
How to Check Active Taxpayer Status
- Check Online
You can quickly verify your status by visiting the FBR official website. Enter your CNIC or National Tax Number (NTN) without dashes, then click “Verify.” The system will display your active or inactive taxpayer status. Double-check the name to ensure it matches your details. - Check via SMS
To check your taxpayer status via SMS, send a message to 9966 in the following format:- For NTN: Type ATL [space] your 7-digit NTN
- For CNIC: Type ATL [space] your 13-digit CNIC
You will receive an SMS confirming whether your taxpayer status is active or inactive.
- AJ&K Taxpayer Status via SMS
Residents of AJ&K can check their status by typing AJKATL [space] your CNIC and sending it to 9966. You will receive a message with your taxpayer status. - Download the Active Taxpayer List
If you prefer to have a full list, you can download the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) from the FBR website as an Excel file. Search for your status using your NTN or CNIC.