VAT return submission deadline extended
The NBR exercised its authority under Section 64(1A) of the Value Added Tax and Supplementary Duty Act, 2012, to allow additional time for taxpayers to file their returns online.
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for submitting Value Added Tax (VAT) returns for the March 2026 tax period through its e-VAT system until 23 April.
The extension has been granted in the public interest, considering disruptions caused by the Pahela Baishakh public holiday and technical issues arising from the recent upgrade of the e-VAT system, according to a notification.
The NBR exercised its authority under Section 64(1A) of the Value Added Tax and Supplementary Duty Act, 2012, to allow additional time for taxpayers to file their returns online.
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Officials said the decision aims to ensure smooth compliance and provide relief to businesses and taxpayers who faced difficulties in submitting returns within the original deadline due to system-related complications.
Taxpayers have been advised to complete their submissions within the extended timeframe to avoid any penalties.
