How to Get NTN Number in Pakistan – A Complete Guide
NTN is a unique number given to individuals or businesses by FBR (Federal Board of Revenue). It is used for tax purposes and helps the government track income, tax payments, and business activities.
✅ Who Needs an NTN Number?
You need an NTN number if you are:
- A salaried person earning taxable income
- A freelancer or self-employed person
- A business owner or entrepreneur
- A company or partnership firm
- A property dealer or professional (lawyer, doctor, etc.)
✅ Benefits of Having an NTN
- You become a tax filer (get included in the FBR Active Taxpayers List)
- You pay less tax on banking transactions, vehicles, property, etc.
- You can open a business bank account
- Required for company registration and government contracts
🔹 Documents Required for NTN Registration
Here’s what you need (depending on your category):
For Individuals:
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Mobile number registered on your CNIC
- Email address
- Proof of your income (salary slip, freelance income, etc.)
- Utility bill of home/office (for address verification)
For Businesses:
- CNIC of owner/partners
- Business address and utility bill
- Business name and nature
- Bank account details (optional but recommended)
🔹 How to Apply
You can easily apply for NTN from the FBR website.
✅ Step 1: Visit FBR Website
Go to: https://iris.fbr.gov.pk
✅ Step 2: Register Your Account
Click on “Registration for Unregistered Person”
Fill in:
- CNIC number
- Name
- Mobile number
- Set password
You’ll receive a confirmation code on mobile/email.
✅ Step 3: Login to IRIS
Use your CNIC and password to log in to the IRIS portal.
✅ Step 4: Fill in NTN Registration Form (Form 181)
- Click on “Registration”
- Choose Form 181 for new registration
- Fill personal details, address, profession, etc.
- Attach scanned documents (CNIC, utility bill)
✅ Step 5: Submit the Form
Click Submit. Your application will be reviewed.
After approval, you will receive your NTN certificate online, which you can download anytime from your IRIS account.
🔹 Check Your NTN Number
Once registered, you can verify your NTN number here:
https://e.fbr.gov.pk/esbn/Verification
✅ Offline Method to Get NTN
You can also visit the nearest Regional Tax Office (RTO) of FBR with the required documents and get help from officials for manual NTN registration.
🔚 Conclusion
Getting an NTN number in Pakistan is easy & free. It helps you become a tax filer and unlocks many financial and business benefits. Use the online method through the FBR IRIS portal or visit the nearest tax office.
