The Pakistani government is preparing to introduce new taxes in its upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. These proposed taxes are expected to include income levies on freelancers, vloggers, and YouTubers. The aim is to raise an additional Rs500–600 billion in revenue.
According to a report by Topline Research, FBRis likely to receive a new tax collection target between Rs. 14.1 trillion and Rs. 14.3 trillion. This would be a 16–18% increase compared to last year. Of this growth, about 12% will come from natural economic factors such as a projected GDP growth of 3.6% and an estimated inflation rate of 7.7%.
To reach the remaining growth target, the government plans to implement new tax measures. The upcoming budget is expected to focus on expanding the tax base and improving tax collection methods.
This move to include digital earners such as freelancers and online content creators is part of a broader effort to bring more sectors into the formal tax system. The budget is expected to be announced soon, and more details on specific tax changes will be shared at that time.