FBR TO LAUNCH IRIS 3.0 DIGITAL TAX PLATFORM TO SIMPLIFY TAX FILING
Islamabad, October 17, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is gearing up to launch IRIS 3.0, a next-generation digital tax platform aimed at simplifying tax return filing through pre-filled data, automated workflows, and enhanced user experience.
The announcement was made during a high-profile meeting hosted by the World Bank in Washington, D.C., where Pakistan’s tax system transformation was showcased as a global case study in public sector reform.The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb, Chairman FBR Rashid Mahmood Langrial, Secretary Finance, Secretary Economic Affairs Division, and other senior officials.
The FBR transformation journey began with an eight-week planning sprint in 2024, incorporating feedback from field officers nationwide and managed by a dedicated Delivery Unit. Unlike past isolated reforms, this initiative received full ownership and support from the Prime Minister and cabinet, ensuring alignment between policy, governance, and technology.
The upcoming IRIS 3.0 platform will leverage pre-filled forms, automated processes, and seamless digital workflows to simplify tax compliance for individual and corporate taxpayers. Officials stressed that while technology is critical, real transformation also requires structural reforms, process redesign, and workforce empowerment, making digital tools part of a holistic strategy rather than standalone solutions.
The launch of IRIS 3.0 is expected to further enhance ease of compliance, reduce administrative bottlenecks, and encourage greater tax participation.
