u/ValueFounder

I am a salaried individual and recently created my Iris account to file my taxes for the very first time.

As soon as I registered, I received automated system notices to file for the previous 5 years. I went ahead and filed the returns for all of those past years. However, when I went to have my name added to the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for 2025, I was hit with a massive shock. Instead of the historical PKR 1,000 late surcharge for individuals, the system is now demanding PKR 25,000 just to activate my status!

I am absolutely not willing to throw away 25k of my hard-earned salaried income just for a late-filing penalty on a first-time registration. What are my options here? What should I do?

Also, how does this affect the upcoming FY 2025-26? If I file my returns completely on time for this next cycle, will my name automatically appear on the ATL for 2026 without me having to pay this insane past surcharge?

I honestly don't understand why the government is actively punishing and discouraging citizens who want to enter the tax net. This is incredibly disheartening.

I am a salaried individual and recently created my Iris account to file my taxes for the very first time.

As soon as I registered, I received automated system notices to file for the previous 5 years. I went ahead and dutifully filed the returns for all of those past years. However, when I went to get my name added to the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for the year 2025, I was hit with a massive shock. Instead of the historical PKR 1,000 late surcharge for individuals, the system is now demanding PKR 25,000 just to activate my status!

I am absolutely not willing to throw away 25k of my hard-earned salaried income just for a late-filing penalty on a first-time registration. What are my options here? What should I do?

Also, how does this affect the upcoming FY 2025-26? If I file my returns completely on time for this next cycle, will my name automatically appear on the ATL for 2026 without me having to pay this insane past surcharge?

I honestly don't understand why the government is actively punishing and discouraging citizens who want to enter the tax net. This is incredibly disheartening.

Guys, I have a visa interview at the Islamabad Embassy tomorrow.

What is the appointment booking confirmation document? Is it the confirmation email we received?

Any tips or advice you wanna give that you wish you had known at the time of your interview?

Guys, I have a visa interview at the Islamabad Embassy tomorrow.

What is the appointment booking confirmation document? Is it the confirmation email we received?

Any tips or advice you wanna give that you wish you had known at the time of your interview?

Hi everyone 👋

I have secured a master's admission in University of Oldenburg and currently on the hunt for accommodations there.

I need a little help. To students living in Germany, from your experience should I opt for furnished shared accomodations or unfurnished ones are ok (provided I can easily find necessary furniture from second-hand market)?

Is there any online resource or student flea markets in Oldenburg that sell cheap used items.

What's your take on student residence halls from Studierendenwerk? Will I be able to book one? My course shall commence on Oct 1, 2026.

P.s. I have seen waiting times for unfurnished shared flats on Studierendenwerk Oldenburg are a little less than furnished ones.

Hi everyone 👋

I have secured a master's admission in University of Oldenburg and currently on the hunt for accommodations there.

I need a little help. To students living in Germany, from your experience should I opt for furnished shared accomodations or unfurnished ones are ok (provided I can easily find necessary furniture from second-hand market)?

Is there any online resource or student flea markets in Oldenburg that sell cheap used items.

What's your take on student residence halls from Studierendenwerk? Will I be able to book one? My course shall commence on Oct 1, 2026.

P.s. I have seen waiting times for unfurnished shared flats on Studierendenwerk Oldenburg are a little less than furnished ones.