Are you starting a new company in Pakistan? Registering for Sales Tax is crucial for compliance and ensuring transparency in your business operations. Here’s a simplified checklist of documents you need to prepare for a smooth registration process with the Sindh Revenue Board (SRB):
1. Authorization:
- Authority Letter: If someone other than you will submit the application, provide a letter authorizing them and include their CNIC and NTN copies.
2. Identification:
- Company NTN: Submit a copy of your company’s National Tax Number (NTN).
- Director/Member Identification: Provide copies of CNIC and NTN for all directors or members of your company.
3. Business Proof:
- Electricity Bill: Present a copy of your latest (within 3 months) business electricity bill.
- Alternative Proof: If you have no utility connection, shared bills, or self-generate electricity, submit an affidavit on stamp paper explaining the situation.
4. Business Stationery:
- Letterhead Pad: Provide a single page of your company’s letterhead pad with a diagonal cross across it.
5. Financial Documentation:
- Bank Statement or Certificate: Choose one of the following:
- Bank Account Statement: Submit a recent bank statement for your company’s business account.
- Account Maintaining Certificate: Obtain a certificate from your bank confirming your business account existence.
6. Company Documents:
- Incorporation Certificate and Forms: Provide copies of the following:
- Incorporation Certificate issued by SECP: This document confirms your company’s legal existence.
- Form-29: This form provides information about your company’s directors and their details.
7. Property Documents:
- Premises Proof: Show proof of ownership or rental agreement for your business premises by providing:
- Ownership Deed: If you own the business premises.
- Rent Agreement: If you rent the business premises.
Additional Tips:
- Ensure all documents are clear and legible copies.
- Verify the business electricity bill reflects the address mentioned in your application.
- If required, obtain the authorized person’s original CNIC and NTN for verification.
- Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records.
