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FBR Orders Installation of Point-of-Sale Systems for 14+ Business Sectors Across Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) mandates point-of-sale (POS) systems for hotels, hospitals, gyms, beauty parlors, courier services, educational institutes & more. Certain low-fee services exempted.
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by News Desk
2026-02-20
FBR Orders Installation of Point-of-Sale Systems for 14+ Business Sectors Across Pakistan

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued an order to monitor business activities online nationwide by installing point-of-sale (POS) systems in over 14 sectors, according to a notification released on Friday.

The FBR’s directive requires POS systems to be installed in hotels, restaurants, guest houses, marriage halls, marquees, and race clubs. However, establishments without air conditioning are exempt from the requirement.

Expanded List of Businesses

The notification also includes:

  • Transportation & Logistics: Vehicles, courier, and cargo services operating in cities.
  • Healthcare & Wellness: Dentists, physiotherapists, plastic and hair surgeons, veterinary doctors, medical labs, X-ray, CT, and MRI scan centers. Private hospitals and health facilities charging fees above Rs 500 must comply.
  • Beauty & Fitness: Beauty parlors, massage centers, pedicure centers, gyms, health clubs, swimming pools, and multi-purpose clubs.
  • Clubs & Professional Services: Civil and non-civil polo clubs, gymkhanas, chartered accountants, and cost management accountants.
  • Education & Finance: Private educational institutions, vocational training institutes, and foreign exchange/currency exchange companies. Institutions charging fees up to Rs 1,000 are exempt.

POS systems will also be mandatory in major cities, including Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad, with online integration required for retailers, manufacturers, and importers.

Purpose and Impact

The FBR stated that the POS integration is part of broader efforts to monitor business transactions, ensure tax compliance, and modernize revenue collection. Businesses failing to comply may face penalties in line with tax regulations.

This move marks a significant step toward digitalization and transparency in Pakistan’s commercial sector, covering a wide range of industries from hospitality and healthcare to finance and education.
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