Cash Withdrawals Now Taxed for Non-Filers

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Cash Withdrawals Now Taxed for Non-Filers

Boosting coffers and transparency, Pakistan has brought back cash withdrawal taxes for 2024. The aim? Encourage participation in the formal tax system by targeting those outside the net.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Who pays? Anyone not on the active taxpayers’ list.
• How much? 0.6% on cash withdrawals exceeding Rs. 50,000 in a day (combined total).
• Why the change? To incentivize tax registration, curb the informal economy, and promote digital transactions.

The benefits:

• More revenue for public services: Think infrastructure, social programs, and essential services.
• Greater financial transparency: Reduced cash transactions make it harder to evade taxes.
• Stronger economy: Formalizing the financial system fosters stability and growth.

What you can do:

• Check your active taxpayer status: Avoid unnecessary taxes.
• Embrace digital payments: Reduce hassle and contribute to a transparent economy.
• Stay informed: Keep up with tax changes to ensure compliance.

Embrace transparency, join the formal system, and contribute to Pakistan’s economic progress.

https://taxationpk.com/cash-withdrawals-...on-filers/