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Salaries under Rs. 600,000 are completely tax-free, maintaining a 0% rate regardless of your taxpayer status. • Profits on debt from mutual funds deriving 50% or more income from debt carry a huge 50% tax for Non-Filers, compared to 25% for Filers. • Companies generating rental income from immovable property pay a 15% tax if they are Active Filers, but face a 30% rate as Non-Filers. • Buyers of 1301cc to 1600cc cars pay a 2% advance tax if they are Filers, but Non-Filers pay exactly triple at 6%. • Commercial importers bringing in Part-III items are hit with a 12% tax rate if they are Non-Filers, compared to only 6% for Active Filers. • Winning a raffle, lottery, or sales promotion prize costs Non-Filers a whopping 40% in tax, compared to 20% for Filers. • Active Filers importing CKD kits for Electric Vehicles pay a minimal 1% tax, whereas Non-Filers pay double at 2%. • Capital gains arising on the disposal of certain debt securities are taxed at 15% for Filers, but double to 30% for Non-Filers. • Payments made to non-resident sportspersons incur a 15% tax if they are on the ATL, and a massive 30% if they are non-ATL. • Purchasing a 1601cc to 1800cc vehicle will cost Non-Filers a 9% tax, which is three times the 3% rate given to Active Filers. • Cash withdrawals by a person whose name does not appear on the Active Taxpayers’ List are hit with an automatic 0.8% advance tax. • The withholding tax on banking and financial institution profits is set at 20% for those on the Active Taxpayers’ List, but jumps to 40% for those off the list. • Importing pharmaceutical products carries an 8% tax for Non-Filers, which is exactly double the 4% rate applied to Active Taxpayers. • Selling rice, cotton seed, or edible oils comes with a low 1.5% tax for Filers, but a 3% tax for Non-Filers. • Payments to electronic and print media for advertising services are taxed at just 1.5% for Active Taxpayers, compared to 3% for Non-Filers. • If you receive dividends from Independent Power Purchasers (IPPs), Filers pay a 7.5% tax while Non-Filers surrender 15%. • Buying a high-end 2501cc to 3000cc vehicle leaves Filers with a 9% tax bill, but absolutely punishes Non-Filers with a massive 27% tax rate. • The sale of petroleum products is taxed at 12% for Filers and exactly double that at 24% for Non-Filers. • Dividends from Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and general companies cost Active Filers 15% in tax, but Non-Filers lose a massive 30%. • Providing IT and IT-enabled services costs Active Taxpayers just 4% in withholding tax, while Non-Filers must pay 8%. • Registering a 2001cc to 2500cc luxury vehicle incurs a 7% tax for Active Filers, but a staggering 21% tax for Non-Filers. • Commercial importers of Part-II goods face a 3.5% withholding tax if they are Filers, but the rate doubles to 7% for Non-Filers. • Importing basic goods from Part-I of the Twelfth Schedule costs Active Taxpayers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers have to pay 2%. • Winning a prize bond or crossword puzzle means you lose 15% to taxes as an Active Filer, but a massive 30% if you are a Non-Filer. • Registering a 1000cc motor vehicle costs Filers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers are penalized with a 3% tax. • Pensions under 10 million rupees remain 100% tax-exempt for everyone, no matter what your filing status is. • Salaries under Rs. 600,000 are completely tax-free, maintaining a 0% rate regardless of your taxpayer status. • Profits on debt from mutual funds deriving 50% or more income from debt carry a huge 50% tax for Non-Filers, compared to 25% for Filers. • Companies generating rental income from immovable property pay a 15% tax if they are Active Filers, but face a 30% rate as Non-Filers. • Buyers of 1301cc to 1600cc cars pay a 2% advance tax if they are Filers, but Non-Filers pay exactly triple at 6%. • Commercial importers bringing in Part-III items are hit with a 12% tax rate if they are Non-Filers, compared to only 6% for Active Filers. • Winning a raffle, lottery, or sales promotion prize costs Non-Filers a whopping 40% in tax, compared to 20% for Filers. • Active Filers importing CKD kits for Electric Vehicles pay a minimal 1% tax, whereas Non-Filers pay double at 2%. • Capital gains arising on the disposal of certain debt securities are taxed at 15% for Filers, but double to 30% for Non-Filers. • Payments made to non-resident sportspersons incur a 15% tax if they are on the ATL, and a massive 30% if they are non-ATL. • Purchasing a 1601cc to 1800cc vehicle will cost Non-Filers a 9% tax, which is three times the 3% rate given to Active Filers. • Cash withdrawals by a person whose name does not appear on the Active Taxpayers’ List are hit with an automatic 0.8% advance tax. • The withholding tax on banking and financial institution profits is set at 20% for those on the Active Taxpayers’ List, but jumps to 40% for those off the list. • Importing pharmaceutical products carries an 8% tax for Non-Filers, which is exactly double the 4% rate applied to Active Taxpayers. • Selling rice, cotton seed, or edible oils comes with a low 1.5% tax for Filers, but a 3% tax for Non-Filers. • Payments to electronic and print media for advertising services are taxed at just 1.5% for Active Taxpayers, compared to 3% for Non-Filers. • If you receive dividends from Independent Power Purchasers (IPPs), Filers pay a 7.5% tax while Non-Filers surrender 15%. • Buying a high-end 2501cc to 3000cc vehicle leaves Filers with a 9% tax bill, but absolutely punishes Non-Filers with a massive 27% tax rate. • The sale of petroleum products is taxed at 12% for Filers and exactly double that at 24% for Non-Filers. • Dividends from Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and general companies cost Active Filers 15% in tax, but Non-Filers lose a massive 30%. • Providing IT and IT-enabled services costs Active Taxpayers just 4% in withholding tax, while Non-Filers must pay 8%. • Registering a 2001cc to 2500cc luxury vehicle incurs a 7% tax for Active Filers, but a staggering 21% tax for Non-Filers. • Commercial importers of Part-II goods face a 3.5% withholding tax if they are Filers, but the rate doubles to 7% for Non-Filers. • Importing basic goods from Part-I of the Twelfth Schedule costs Active Taxpayers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers have to pay 2%. • Winning a prize bond or crossword puzzle means you lose 15% to taxes as an Active Filer, but a massive 30% if you are a Non-Filer. • Registering a 1000cc motor vehicle costs Filers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers are penalized with a 3% tax. • Pensions under 10 million rupees remain 100% tax-exempt for everyone, no matter what your filing status is. •

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Registering a 1000cc motor vehicle costs Filers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers are penalized with a 3% tax. • If you receive dividends from Independent Power Purchasers (IPPs), Filers pay a 7.5% tax while Non-Filers surrender 15%. • Cash withdrawals by a person whose name does not appear on the Active Taxpayers’ List are hit with an automatic 0.8% advance tax. • Winning a raffle, lottery, or sales promotion prize costs Non-Filers a whopping 40% in tax, compared to 20% for Filers. • Pensions under 10 million rupees remain 100% tax-exempt for everyone, no matter what your filing status is. • The withholding tax on banking and financial institution profits is set at 20% for those on the Active Taxpayers’ List, but jumps to 40% for those off the list. • Capital gains arising on the disposal of certain debt securities are taxed at 15% for Filers, but double to 30% for Non-Filers. • Dividends from Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and general companies cost Active Filers 15% in tax, but Non-Filers lose a massive 30%. • Salaries under Rs. 600,000 are completely tax-free, maintaining a 0% rate regardless of your taxpayer status. • Profits on debt from mutual funds deriving 50% or more income from debt carry a huge 50% tax for Non-Filers, compared to 25% for Filers. • Active Filers importing CKD kits for Electric Vehicles pay a minimal 1% tax, whereas Non-Filers pay double at 2%. • Registering a 2001cc to 2500cc luxury vehicle incurs a 7% tax for Active Filers, but a staggering 21% tax for Non-Filers. • Winning a prize bond or crossword puzzle means you lose 15% to taxes as an Active Filer, but a massive 30% if you are a Non-Filer. • The sale of petroleum products is taxed at 12% for Filers and exactly double that at 24% for Non-Filers. • Purchasing a 1601cc to 1800cc vehicle will cost Non-Filers a 9% tax, which is three times the 3% rate given to Active Filers. • Importing pharmaceutical products carries an 8% tax for Non-Filers, which is exactly double the 4% rate applied to Active Taxpayers. • Companies generating rental income from immovable property pay a 15% tax if they are Active Filers, but face a 30% rate as Non-Filers. • Buying a high-end 2501cc to 3000cc vehicle leaves Filers with a 9% tax bill, but absolutely punishes Non-Filers with a massive 27% tax rate. • Payments made to non-resident sportspersons incur a 15% tax if they are on the ATL, and a massive 30% if they are non-ATL. • Payments to electronic and print media for advertising services are taxed at just 1.5% for Active Taxpayers, compared to 3% for Non-Filers. • Commercial importers bringing in Part-III items are hit with a 12% tax rate if they are Non-Filers, compared to only 6% for Active Filers. • Importing basic goods from Part-I of the Twelfth Schedule costs Active Taxpayers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers have to pay 2%. • Selling rice, cotton seed, or edible oils comes with a low 1.5% tax for Filers, but a 3% tax for Non-Filers. • Commercial importers of Part-II goods face a 3.5% withholding tax if they are Filers, but the rate doubles to 7% for Non-Filers. • Buyers of 1301cc to 1600cc cars pay a 2% advance tax if they are Filers, but Non-Filers pay exactly triple at 6%. • Providing IT and IT-enabled services costs Active Taxpayers just 4% in withholding tax, while Non-Filers must pay 8%. • Registering a 1000cc motor vehicle costs Filers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers are penalized with a 3% tax. • If you receive dividends from Independent Power Purchasers (IPPs), Filers pay a 7.5% tax while Non-Filers surrender 15%. • Cash withdrawals by a person whose name does not appear on the Active Taxpayers’ List are hit with an automatic 0.8% advance tax. • Winning a raffle, lottery, or sales promotion prize costs Non-Filers a whopping 40% in tax, compared to 20% for Filers. • Pensions under 10 million rupees remain 100% tax-exempt for everyone, no matter what your filing status is. • The withholding tax on banking and financial institution profits is set at 20% for those on the Active Taxpayers’ List, but jumps to 40% for those off the list. • Capital gains arising on the disposal of certain debt securities are taxed at 15% for Filers, but double to 30% for Non-Filers. • Dividends from Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and general companies cost Active Filers 15% in tax, but Non-Filers lose a massive 30%. • Salaries under Rs. 600,000 are completely tax-free, maintaining a 0% rate regardless of your taxpayer status. • Profits on debt from mutual funds deriving 50% or more income from debt carry a huge 50% tax for Non-Filers, compared to 25% for Filers. • Active Filers importing CKD kits for Electric Vehicles pay a minimal 1% tax, whereas Non-Filers pay double at 2%. • Registering a 2001cc to 2500cc luxury vehicle incurs a 7% tax for Active Filers, but a staggering 21% tax for Non-Filers. • Winning a prize bond or crossword puzzle means you lose 15% to taxes as an Active Filer, but a massive 30% if you are a Non-Filer. • The sale of petroleum products is taxed at 12% for Filers and exactly double that at 24% for Non-Filers. • Purchasing a 1601cc to 1800cc vehicle will cost Non-Filers a 9% tax, which is three times the 3% rate given to Active Filers. • Importing pharmaceutical products carries an 8% tax for Non-Filers, which is exactly double the 4% rate applied to Active Taxpayers. • Companies generating rental income from immovable property pay a 15% tax if they are Active Filers, but face a 30% rate as Non-Filers. • Buying a high-end 2501cc to 3000cc vehicle leaves Filers with a 9% tax bill, but absolutely punishes Non-Filers with a massive 27% tax rate. • Payments made to non-resident sportspersons incur a 15% tax if they are on the ATL, and a massive 30% if they are non-ATL. • Payments to electronic and print media for advertising services are taxed at just 1.5% for Active Taxpayers, compared to 3% for Non-Filers. • Commercial importers bringing in Part-III items are hit with a 12% tax rate if they are Non-Filers, compared to only 6% for Active Filers. • Importing basic goods from Part-I of the Twelfth Schedule costs Active Taxpayers just 1% in tax, while Non-Filers have to pay 2%. • Selling rice, cotton seed, or edible oils comes with a low 1.5% tax for Filers, but a 3% tax for Non-Filers. • Commercial importers of Part-II goods face a 3.5% withholding tax if they are Filers, but the rate doubles to 7% for Non-Filers. • Buyers of 1301cc to 1600cc cars pay a 2% advance tax if they are Filers, but Non-Filers pay exactly triple at 6%. • Providing IT and IT-enabled services costs Active Taxpayers just 4% in withholding tax, while Non-Filers must pay 8%. •

Understanding Capital Value Tax (CVT) in Pakistan: A Comprehensive Guide

Capital Value Tax (CVT) is an important fiscal tool in Pakistan’s tax landscape. As the government strives to broaden its revenue base and modernize tax administration, CVT has emerged as a key component—targeting specific asset classes such as motor vehicles, foreign-held assets, and certain immovable properties.

What Is Capital Value Tax (CVT)?

CVT is a tax levied on the “capital value” of certain assets. Unlike a recurring property tax or a capital gains tax that is triggered on the sale of an asset, CVT is calculated based on the assessed market or book value of an asset at a given point in time. It serves as a means for the government to tap into wealth held in high-value assets and to capture revenue from both domestic and offshore holdings.

CVT on Different Asset Classes

1. CVT on Motor Vehicles

While the Finance Act, 2026, also makes significant changes to motor vehicle taxation in the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), these are amendments to the West Pakistan Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1958, rather than the federal CVT regime. These ICT-specific changes include:

Up to 1000 CC: A Life Time tax of Rs. 20,000.
1001cc to 2000cc: An annual tax of 0.25% of the invoice value.
Above 2000cc: An annual tax of 0.35% of the invoice value

2. CVT on Foreign Assets

Finance Act 2026 Update: The Finance Act, 2026 introduces specific amendments to Section 8 of the Finance Act, 2022, which governs the Capital Value Tax (CVT). The primary change is the abolition of CVT on foreign assets.

The following are the detailed changes related to Capital Value Tax:

Abolition of CVT on Foreign Assets

The Act effectively removes foreign assets from the CVT regime through several technical omissions:

Omission of Definition: Clause (b) of sub-section (2) of Section 8, which defined foreign assets of a resident individual as a taxable category, has been omitted.
Omission of Valuation Method: Clause (c) of sub-section (3), which provided the mechanism for determining the value of foreign assets (total cost converted to PKR), has been omitted.
Removal of Tax Rate: Serial Number 4 of the Table in the First Schedule, which prescribed a 1% tax rate on the value of foreign assets, has been omitted.

Administrative Adjustments

Liability Update: Sub-section (4) of Section 8, which identifies the persons liable to pay the tax, has been amended to remove references to the omitted foreign asset clause.
Recovery Provisions: Clause (c) of sub-section (13), related to recovery procedures for specific CVT categories, has also been omitted

CVT Rules and Regulatory Framework

The Capital Value Tax Rules, 2022 issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) provide detailed guidance on who is liable, how declarations should be made, and the procedures for collection and payment. Key aspects include:

Electronic Declarations: Taxpayers must file electronic declarations of their assets in the designated system (referred to as “Iris”), ensuring transparency and accuracy in asset valuation.
Asset Valuation: For foreign assets, conversion rates are determined by the State Bank of Pakistan’s notified exchange rates on the last day of the tax year.
Penalties for Non-Compliance: Failure to comply with filing requirements or pay the tax on time can lead to penalties, reinforcing the importance of timely compliance.

These rules aim to streamline the collection process and minimize loopholes that might allow for tax avoidance.

The Capital Value Tax Rules, 2022 outline clear procedures for declaration, valuation, and timely payment of CVT, thereby enhancing tax compliance. FBR

Economic Impact and Rationale Behind CVT

Revenue Generation

CVT is an effective tool for increasing government revenue, especially from sectors that traditionally hold significant untaxed value. By taxing high-value assets, the government can boost its fiscal capacity without heavily burdening the lower-income segments of society.

Encouraging Transparency

Through mandatory electronic declarations and regular assessments, CVT also plays a role in enhancing transparency in asset ownership. This is particularly important for capturing wealth that may otherwise remain hidden in offshore accounts or in unreported asset values.

Balancing Investment and Compliance

While CVT can contribute to improved revenue collection, there is an ongoing debate about its impact on investment. Critics argue that overly aggressive application may discourage high-value purchases, particularly in the automotive and real estate sectors. However, policymakers often adjust rates and thresholds to balance revenue needs with maintaining a healthy investment climate.

Recent Developments and Reforms

Recent tax reforms in Pakistan have seen CVT featured prominently. For instance, new measures introduced in the latest Finance Bill have:

Expanded the application of CVT to include specific real estate transactions in Islamabad.
Adjusted CVT collection mechanisms to align with broader fiscal reform agendas aimed at meeting IMF criteria.

The government’s recent initiatives include the imposition of a Capital Value Tax on farmhouses and high-value residential properties in Islamabad as part of its efforts to broaden the tax base.

Such reforms reflect a broader strategy of modernizing the tax system while attempting to minimize evasion and ensure that the tax burden is distributed fairly.

Compliance and Taxpayer Guidance

For individuals and businesses subject to CVT, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely electronic declarations is crucial. Here are a few tips:

Asset Valuation: Regularly update asset valuations, particularly for foreign and high-value domestic assets.
Timely Filing: Utilize the FBR’s online systems to file declarations within the prescribed deadlines.
Professional Advice: Consult tax professionals for complex assets or if you are unsure about the applicable thresholds and rates.
Stay Informed: Keep up-to-date with notifications from the FBR and any amendments to the Capital Value Tax Rules.

Mah Noor

An aspiring Chartered Accountant with a growing footprint in Pakistan’s tax education and digital finance content landscape. Currently, I work as the Editor-in-Chief at TaxationPk, where I lead content strategy, quality control, and editorial planning for tax-related blogs, news articles, and social media outreach.

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9 Comments

Farrukh Shahzad

September 15, 2025 / 12:40 pm Reply

How much CVT on immovable property like undevelpoed plot in Sector E-12/2 Islamabad ?
Is it a one time tax or recurring, meaning are we have to pay every year with tax return?
- Binte Zafar
  
  September 15, 2025 / 2:18 pm Reply
  
  CVT is paid on annual basis on value of property.
Attique ur rehman

March 23, 2025 / 1:32 pm Reply

IS CVT on imported vehichle paid at time of new registartion and transfer of ownership is adjustable / claimable?
- Binte Zafar
  
  March 23, 2025 / 1:44 pm Reply
  
  CVT is not adjustable.
  Advance tax is adjustable.
  - Inaam
    
    June 24, 2025 / 7:17 pm Reply
    
    On foreign assets is it payable every year or once
  - M Farrukh Zia
    
    September 26, 2025 / 7:07 am Reply
    
    Source of this information?
- Abdul Jabbar
  
  April 20, 2025 / 1:42 pm Reply
  
  Some people confuse capital value tax with income tax. It is not like that. It is a separate tax, different from income tax and sales tax so, there is no question of adjustment against income tax or sales tax.
- GUL MUHAMMAD KHAN
  
  September 15, 2025 / 5:33 pm Reply
  
  Finally I could understand that CVT is not like Income Tax, adjustable towards tax liabilities and CVT can not be adjusted any where rather it can be added in the cost of certain vehicle or property.
m. amin khatri

September 13, 2024 / 11:30 pm Reply

good and knowledge full TAX information from FBR