FBR NTN Enrollment
Activates your tax profile with the Federal Board of Revenue. A business registered only with SECP but not enrolled with FBR cannot file returns, cannot appear on the ATL, and cannot open a current account with most major banks.
SECP + FBR · All Pakistan
Company Registration in Pakistan SECP Filing, FBR Enrollment & NTN
Start your business the right way with fast, hassle-free FBR company registration. Whether you are forming a Pvt Ltd, Sole Proprietorship, or AOP anywhere in Pakistan, we handle SECP filing, FBR enrollment, and NTN activation in the correct sequence to avoid costly delays and compliance issues.
- From PKR 3,500
- SECP + FBR Both Handled
- NTN Active in 72 Hours
- 100% Digital Process
FBR Registration Explained
What FBR Company Registration Actually Means
Registering a company in Pakistan is a two-authority process. First, your business structure is registered with SECP or a provincial authority. Second, that entity is enrolled with FBR to receive an NTN and activate your tax profile. Neither step replaces the other.
Your NTN — What It Unlocks
Your NTN is your business's tax identity. Banks verify it before opening a current account. Clients request it before issuing large contracts. FBR checks it when processing your returns. Without it, your business exists legally but cannot operate financially at scale.
Active Taxpayer List (ATL)
Banks apply higher withholding tax rates on non-ATL businesses. Every contract, purchase, and sale attracts double tax if you are not ATL-active. Registration without ATL placement is incomplete compliance.
Limited Liability Protection
Pvt Ltd and SMC structures separate your personal assets from business liabilities. Sole proprietorships and unregistered partnerships expose your personal finances to business risk. Structure matters.
Banking & Trade Finance Access
Commercial banks, SBP-regulated importers, and government procurement systems all require a registered entity with an active NTN. Registration is the gateway to working capital loans, LCs, and government contracts.
Registration Types
Every Company Registration Type We Handle
Your business structure determines your compliance path, your tax exposure, and your liability. Choosing the wrong structure at the start costs more to fix than to get right.
Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd)
The most common structure for growth-focused businesses. A Pvt Ltd gives you a separate legal identity, limited liability for shareholders, and the credibility that clients and banks expect. SECP registration, MOA and AOA drafting, director appointment, and FBR enrollment are all included. Suitable for two or more founders.
Single Member Company (SMC)
The Pvt Ltd equivalent for solo business owners who want corporate protections without a partner. One director, one shareholder, full limited liability — Pakistan's closest structure to an LLC. If you are a solo founder running an unregistered business, the SMC likely fits you best.
Sole Proprietorship
One owner, full personal liability, no SECP filing required. Registration through your local district administration or Chamber of Commerce, followed by FBR NTN enrollment. Starts from PKR 3,500. Appropriate for freelancers, single-service providers, and consultants testing a business idea.
Association of Persons (AOP)
Two or more individuals running a business together without incorporating as a Pvt Ltd. Registered with FBR directly and taxed as a separate entity. Common among doctors, lawyers, and consultants sharing a practice. Requires a formal partnership deed, NTN, and annual return — we handle all three.
Firm Registration (Partnership)
A registered firm under the Partnership Act 1932, filed through the Registrar of Firms in your province. Used by trading businesses, contractors, and small manufacturers. Firm registration alone does not complete FBR compliance — NTN enrollment must follow. We combine both into one engagement.
IT / PSEB-Registered Company
Technology companies registered in Pakistan can apply for PSEB membership after SECP incorporation. PSEB registration unlocks a reduced income tax rate on export income and access to foreign currency accounts. We handle SECP registration and brief you on the PSEB application in the same engagement.
Our Process
Our Registration Process — Step by Step
Knowing the process removes the anxiety. Here is exactly what happens when you engage us.
SCROLL THROUGH THE PROCESSFree Consultation
We review your business type, planned activity, location, and revenue expectations. Based on that, we recommend the right structure — not the most expensive one.
Document Collection
We send you a checklist. For most registrations: CNICs of directors or partners, proposed business name, registered office address, and business activity description. Everything is submitted digitally — no running between offices.
Name Availability Search
Before any filing begins, we run a SECP company name search to confirm your preferred name is available. If it is taken, we suggest alternatives immediately — preventing wasted time and rejected applications.
SECP Filing or Firm Registration
Depending on your structure, we file with SECP through the e-Services portal or with the provincial Registrar of Firms. Drafting of MOA, AOA, and resolution documents is included.
FBR NTN Enrollment
Once your company is registered, we enroll it with FBR, activate the tax profile, and ensure you appear correctly on the Active Taxpayers List. This is the step most DIY applicants miss or delay.
Document Delivery
You receive your incorporation certificate, NTN, and a structured file of all registration documents — audit-proof and bank-ready. ATL status is verified within 72 hours of filing.
Timelines
How Long Does Company Registration Take?
Timelines depend on your structure and document completeness. FilerPK commits to a timeline before we start — if we miss it due to reasons within our control, we continue at no additional cost.
3–5Working days · Sole Proprietorship + NTN
5–7Working days · AOP / Firm Registration
7–14Working days · SMC / Pvt Ltd (SECP)
72 hrsNTN active after incorporation
Sector-Specific
Sector-Specific Registration Considerations
Not every registration is identical. Your sector adds compliance layers that a generic registration misses. Here is what applies to the most common sectors we serve.
IT and Software Companies
Technology companies can apply for PSEB membership after SECP incorporation. PSEB registration unlocks a reduced income tax rate on export income and access to foreign currency accounts. We handle the SECP registration and brief you on the PSEB application process in the same engagement.
Construction Companies
Construction businesses require SECP or firm registration followed by PEC (Pakistan Engineering Council) contractor registration. Operating without PEC registration disqualifies you from government and semi-government projects. We complete the SECP and FBR steps and guide you through PEC documentation.
Freelancers & Remote Workers
A registered Sole Proprietorship or SMC with an active FBR profile lets you claim the reduced tax rate on export services and receive foreign remittances through official banking channels. Unregistered freelancers pay more and have fewer banking options. This is what the FBR ordinances say — not a sales pitch.
Overseas Pakistanis Registration
You do not need to be present in Pakistan to register a company here. Provide scanned documents and a designated authorized representative. The registration is completed while you remain abroad — UAE, UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and anywhere else.
Banking & Wealth Documentation
When you register a company, your bank will ask about source of capital, proof of funds, and explanation of initial deposits. We prepare your wealth statement and tax documentation in a format that satisfies both FBR requirements and bank compliance departments — especially critical for SMC and Pvt Ltd registrations.
South Punjab & Agricultural Businesses
Agricultural income, mango exporters, cotton traders, and sugarcane processors require careful separation of taxable and non-taxable receipts at registration. We structure your initial filing to correctly reflect agricultural exemptions and minimize unnecessary tax exposure from the start.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
Real feedback from individuals and businesses we've registered across Pakistan.
I had tried to register my consulting firm through SECP's portal twice and got rejected both times. FilerPK identified two errors in my MOA — an activity description mismatch and an incorrect share capital declaration. Registered within eight working days. NTN active within 72 hours.
Common Mistakes
Why DIY Company Registration Often Fails
Most registration failures are not from dishonesty — they are from not knowing what SECP and FBR expect, and what they silently reject.
Wrong MOA Activity Description
SECP rejects applications where the Memorandum of Association activity description does not match the proposed business code. Most DIY applicants copy a generic description from a template. FBR then flags a mismatch between the SECP activity and the declared tax profile — generating clarification notices within months of registration.
Stopping at SECP, Missing FBR
The most common failure: registering with SECP and assuming the job is done. Without FBR NTN enrollment, the entity cannot file returns, cannot appear on the ATL, and faces higher withholding tax on every transaction from day one. Banks flag these accounts during KYC review — often at the worst possible time.
ATL Placement Never Verified
Registration and ATL placement are not the same step. Your NTN must be active, your return must be filed on time, and your profile must be correctly categorized before ATL status is confirmed. Businesses that skip this verification discover the gap only when a bank or a client checks and finds nothing.
After Registration
FBR Notices and Litigation
Registration is the start of your FBR relationship — not the end. What happens next matters more.
Routine Notices — Handled Correctly, Closed Without Penalty
Some businesses receive notices shortly after registration: clarification requests, audit triggers, or withholding discrepancy notices. Most of these are routine. Handled correctly, they close without penalty. Ignored or mishandled, they escalate into demands and freezes.
Notice Handling Included in Our Compliance Package
Every FBR notice has a response deadline. Miss it and FBR proceeds ex parte — deciding without your input. We track notice timelines, draft legal responses, and appear before FBR commissioners on your behalf. Available as a standalone engagement or as part of our end-to-end compliance package.
Registration Fees
Company Registration Fees in Pakistan
Fixed-fee packages based on your business structure. Written quote before work begins — no hidden charges. Government filing fees are additional and confirmed upfront.
Starter
Sole Proprietorship / AOP
From PKR 3,500
Freelancers, consultants, small traders, and professional practices.
Get started- District / Chamber registration
- FBR NTN enrollment
- Partnership deed drafting (AOP)
- ATL activation and verification
- Bank-ready document package
- Free consultation included
Full Package
SMC / Pvt Ltd Full Package
PKR 15,000
Growth-focused businesses, solo founders with expansion plans, and import-export companies.
Get started- SECP incorporation via e-Services portal
- MOA, AOA & resolution drafting
- Company name search & reservation
- FBR NTN enrollment
- Source-of-funds documentation
- ATL verification + 72-hr follow-up
Government filing fees (SECP, Registrar of Firms) are additional and vary by structure and share capital. Total cost is confirmed before any work begins. No surprises.
Why FilerPK
What Makes FilerPK the Right Choice
There are dozens of tax consultants in Pakistan. Here is the specific case for working with us.
Speed and Deadline Guarantee
We commit to a timeline before we start. If we miss it due to reasons within our control — not SECP system downtime or FBR portal issues — we continue at no additional cost. Our clients receive a timeline in writing before engagement begins.
Audit-Proof Documentation
Every document we prepare meets the standard that survives an FBR audit — not just the minimum required for filing, but the maximum defensible. MOA activity descriptions are matched to correct business codes. Paid-up capital declarations are verifiable.
Minimum Tax Liability Structuring
Before we finalize your registration, we review your structure for legal tax optimization. The difference between a Sole Proprietorship and an SMC in your specific situation can mean a significant difference in annual tax liability. We tell you before you file — not after.
In-Person and 100% Online
Whichever works for your situation, the quality is the same. Documents via WhatsApp or email. Payments processed digitally. Filings submitted through SECP e-Services and FBR IRIS. Certificates delivered electronically and, where originals are required, couriered to your address.
Transparent Digital Filing
You receive a copy of every document filed. Every portal submission is screenshotted and shared. You always know exactly what has been submitted on your behalf — no chasing, no uncertainty, no calling to ask for an update.
Freelancer & Overseas Pakistani Specialists
These two groups face specific structural challenges that generalist consultants handle poorly. We have built specific registration and compliance processes for both — covering PSEB eligibility, remittance documentation, reduced export tax rates, and remote registration without physical presence.
Areas We Cover
Company Registration Across Pakistan
Every service on this page is available online. Documents collected via WhatsApp or email. Filings submitted through SECP e-Services and FBR IRIS. If you prefer in-person, our offices are available in five cities.
Bahawalpur
FilerPK's home office. We register Sole Proprietorships, firms, and Pvt Ltd companies for clients across Bahawalpur, Ahmedpur East, and Rahim Yar Khan. Strong expertise in agribusiness and cotton trading structures. Fully online service also available.
All services in BahawalpurLahore
Pvt Ltd companies, SMCs, and Sole Proprietorships across Gulberg, DHA, Johar Town, and Model Town. SECP and FBR filings handled fully online or in person at our Lahore office. IT company and PSEB registration guidance included.
All services in LahoreKarachi
Import-export businesses, trading companies, and service firms across SITE, Clifton, Korangi, and DHA. SECP registration, FBR enrollment, and full ATL activation with documentation meeting strict SBP banking compliance standards.
All services in KarachiMultan
Firm registration, AOP, and Pvt Ltd incorporation for businesses across Multan Cantt, Shah Rukn-e-Alam, and Gulgasht Colony. Full SECP and FBR compliance in one engagement. Agricultural income structuring included.
All services in MultanFaisalabad
SECP incorporation, firm registration, and FBR NTN enrollment for traders, exporters, and manufacturers across D-Ground, Peoples Colony, and Millat Road. Sales tax registration included where required.
All services in FaisalabadAll Other Cities
Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Quetta, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, and overseas Pakistanis in the UAE, UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, and Canada. Identical documentation standard and process as in-person clients, delivered digitally.
WhatsApp to Start FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Sole Proprietorship with NTN: 3–5 working days. AOP or firm registration: 5–7 days. SMC and Pvt Ltd through SECP: 7–14 working days, depending on SECP processing queues and document completeness. NTN is active within 72 hours of incorporation.
Get Your Company Registered. Start Today — Online.
From PKR 3,500. SECP + FBR handled together. NTN active in 72 hours. Free consultation included.
In-person: Bahawalpur, Lahore, Karachi, Multan, Faisalabad · Online: All Pakistan & Overseas
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