Adv Ch Shahid Bhalli

Section 155 of Income Tax Exemptions in Pakistan

As per Lawkidunya, Section 155 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 in Pakistan provides exemptions from income tax for certain types of income. Here are some key exemptions:

Exemptions Under Section 155

1. Education expenses: Expenditure incurred on education of children, up to Rs. 60,000 per child per annum.
2. Medical expenses: Medical expenses incurred on treatment of self or dependents, up to Rs. 50,000 per annum.
3. Donations to charitable institutions: Donations made to charitable institutions, up to 30% of taxable income.
4. Investments in National Savings Schemes: Investments made in National Savings Schemes, such as National Savings Certificates and Defense Savings Certificates.
5. Income from agricultural land: Income from agricultural land, up to Rs. 150,000 per annum.
6. Income from shares: Dividend income from shares of Pakistani companies, up to Rs. 100,000 per annum.
7. Interest income from savings accounts: Interest income from savings accounts, up to Rs. 50,000 per annum.

Conditions For Claiming Exemptions

1. Taxpayer must be a resident: The taxpayer must be a resident of Pakistan to claim exemptions.
2. Expenditures must be incurred: The taxpayer must have actually incurred the expenditures to claim exemptions.
3. Expenditures must be supported by documentation: The taxpayer must have documentation to support the expenditures, such as receipts and invoices.
4. Exemptions must be claimed in tax return: The taxpayer must claim exemptions in their income tax return (Form A) for the relevant tax year.

Penalties For Non-compliance

1. Late filing fee: A penalty of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 50,000 for late filing of tax return.
2. Default surcharge: A penalty of up to 25% of the tax due for non-payment or underpayment of tax.
3. Prosecution: Taxpayers may be prosecuted for tax evasion or non-compliance with tax laws.

It is essential to consult with a tax professional or the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations in Pakistan and to optimize tax efficiency.

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