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Providing both tax advisory and litigation services, Kakakhel Law Associates has quickly gained a reputation as a tax law firm comprising of leading tax lawyers in Islamabad and tax lawyers in Peshawar.
Clients are advised on a wide range of tax-related matters, including but not limited to Direct and Indirect tax, Customs, Excise, Foreign Trade Policy, etc. The firm provides services to several Fortune 500 companies, as the tax practice serves as an ideal complement to the other practice areas, dovetailing with those to provide a seamless service experience to our clients. We are regularly involved in dealing with cases of Income Tax and Revenue in Peshawar and Islamabad. We have represented individuals and both Income Tax and Revenue departments in different matters in Karachi and Lahore as well.
Our managing partner Mian Muhibullah Kakakhel has authored a book on Tax Laws in Pakistan.
Our services include Income tax returns, Sales tax, and wealth statement as well.
At Kakakhel Law Associates, we provide comprehensive tax law services to individuals, businesses, and multinational corporations. Our expertise extends beyond advisory services to litigation and compliance, ensuring our clients remain fully compliant with tax regulations in Pakistan. We handle all tax-related matters with precision and professionalism, making us the preferred choice for clients across various industries.
Business tax planning involves analyzing a financial situation or strategy from a taxation perspective. The goal of tax planning is to ensure tax efficiency by coordinating all aspects of a financial strategy to work in the most tax-friendly
Customs law refers to the duties, taxes, charges, or imposts levied by the government on imported or exported goods. Unlike internal taxes such as excise duties or sales taxes, customs duties are applied to the movement of goods.
Federal excise law refers to a legislated duty applied to specific goods or services, such as tobacco, cement, automobiles, and liquefied natural gas. These excise duties are intranational, meaning they are imposed within a government’s.
Income tax law signifies a type of tax that governments impose on income generated by individuals and businesses within their jurisdiction. As per law, taxpayers must file an income tax return annually to determine their tax obligations. Income taxes are a source of revenue for governments,
Income tax rates describe the percentage at which individuals, corporate entities, or other organizations are taxed. In Pakistan, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) employs a progressive tax rate system, meaning the tax rate increases as the taxable income of a person or entity.
Income tax refund is a reimbursement to a taxpayer for any excessive amount paid to the federal or provincial government in Pakistan. While many taxpayers view a refund as a bonus or stroke of luck, it often represents an interest-free loan made to the government.
Income tax returns are forms where assessees provide details about their income and taxes to the tax authorities. Filing a belated return can lead to the disallowance of carrying forward certain losses, making it crucial to file your tax return annually. This process determines.
International tax law is applicable to the taxing of activity that takes place in two or more countries in form of international tax agreements between two or more countries, are also known as income tax treaties, or tax conventions or double taxation agreements or DTAs.
A payroll service provider is a firm or organization that automatically processes payroll calculations, payroll tax statements, year-end taxes, and more. Many employers prefer to use payroll service providers to help ensure their employees and taxes (both federal and provincial) are paid.
Sales tax is a form of tax paid to a governing body for the sale of goods and services. It is an indirect tax, generally charged at the point of purchase or exchange of certain taxable goods, as a percentage of the value of the product. The sales tax rate depends on the government
A sales tax refund occurs when a registered person has overpaid sales tax due to an error. In such cases, the individual may request a refund from the relevant tax authorities within one year after the payment or after the decision or order causing the refund is announced.
Sales tax return is the taxpayer's document of declaration through which taxpayer not only furnishes the details of transactions during a tax period but also deposits his sales tax liability Every person registered under the Sales Tax Act,1990, or the Federal Excise Act, 2005.
Customs valuation is the process of determining the value of imported goods for the purpose of assessing customs duties, taxes, and other levies. Pakistan, as a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), follows the WTO's Agreement on Customs Valuation.
In Pakistan's dynamic trade and commerce landscape, disputes with customs authorities can be an inevitable part of business. When an importer or exporter is aggrieved by a decision or an order passed by a customs officer—such as an assessment of duty, a penalty.
When goods are seized by Pakistan Customs, it can be a nerve-wracking experience for any trader, importer, or exporter. The seizure might be due to a genuine violation—such as smuggling, misdeclaration, or undervaluation—or simply a misunderstanding.
Demurrage charges occur when cargo stays at a port or terminal beyond the allowed "free time" for loading or unloading, compensating the port or shipping line for the extra use of their space. For example, if a shipment of goods arrives at Karachi Port and isn’t cleared within the free period (e.g., three days).
Customs duties represent a significant component of national revenue in Pakistan, levied on both imported and exported goods. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) oversees the Customs department, which is entrusted with the assessment, collection, and enforcement of these duties. While the efficient collection of customs,
In Pakistan’s import and export sector, accurate customs declarations are not just a matter of good practice—they are a legal requirement. Two of the most serious violations under the Customs Act, 1969 are misdeclaration and under-invoicing. Both offences are viewed as deliberate attempts to deceive customs authorities,
Customs clearance is the process by which goods imported into or exported from Pakistan are officially approved for entry or exit after compliance with customs laws and regulations. Under the Customs Act, 1969, this process is designed to be efficient; however, in practice—especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa—
The High Court’s extraordinary jurisdiction under Article 199 allows it to issue writs (including to FBR/Customs) if there is no other adequate remedy provided by law or if the matter involves a jurisdictional/constitutional issue. You must frame the petition so it shows lack of adequate alternative remedy,
When importers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) face detention or seizure of their goods by Pakistan Customs, the delay can cause serious financial damage. Whether it’s due to alleged misdeclaration, under-invoicing, valuation disputes, or classification disagreements, the goods may be held for weeks or months.
In Pakistan, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), importers often face a common legal dilemma: when the Customs Act, 1969 and the Import Policy Order (IPO) appear to contradict each other, which law takes precedence? This question is critical because the answer determines whether imported goods are cleared.