Key Takeaways
- The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has ordered officers to reveal details of foreign citizenship, passports, and marriages.
- A final reminder was issued after the 90-day deadline expired on August 30.
- Non-compliance could result in disciplinary action and potential legal proceedings.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued a directive to its officers and employees to disclose any foreign citizenship, passports, travel documents, and marriages to foreign nationals. This order comes after a 90-day deadline expired on August 30.
All officers are required to submit the necessary information by email to the relevant Management Wing secretaries. The directive applies to both Customs and Inland Revenue personnel.
Those who are married to foreign nationals are also required to provide details of their marriages. The FBR has emphasized the importance of compliance, warning that non-compliance or providing false information could lead to disciplinary action.
The tax authority has directed all concerned officials to ensure that the instructions are followed. The directive is part of a broader effort to maintain transparency and accountability within the civil service.
The FBR has stated that non-compliance may be treated as misconduct under the applicable civil service rules, while false declarations can trigger proceedings under the Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 2020.
The directive is aimed at ensuring that all officers and personnel are in compliance with the necessary regulations and guidelines. The FBR has stressed the importance of transparency and the need for all officers to adhere to the new requirements.
The FBR has provided a final reminder to all officers to submit the required information immediately. Those who have not yet complied are urged to do so without delay to avoid potential disciplinary action.
