Pakistan, July 17 -- The Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) has formally requested the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to extend the deadline for submitting sales tax returns for June. The association cited repeated shutdowns and login failures on the IRIS system as major hurdles, making it difficult for taxpayers and advisors to comply on time.

In a letter addressed to the FBR Chairman, KTBA highlighted the operational issues taxpayers, corporate entities, and consultants are facing under the current authentication system. The letter emphasized that these issues are especially affecting those trying to comply with the sales tax regulations through the IRIS portal.

KTBA acknowledged FBR's efforts to strengthen security but pointed out th...