FBR Launches Online Auction for Seized Cars in Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is going digital with its online auction system for seized and non-customs paid vehicles. Approved under the leadership of Ishaq Dar, the new e-auction aims to ensure transparency, reduce manual errors, and boost revenue collection. Buyers can now bid from anywhere in Pakistan starting October 2025.
Table of Contents
- What Happened in the Meeting?
- Key Parts of the New System
- New Rules for Handling Seized Cars
- Why This Matters for Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue in Pakistan is making big changes to how it sells seized vehicles. These are cars that people brought in without paying the right customs fees. Or ones that customs officers took because they were tampered with. Now, the FBR plans to use an online system for auctions. This will make things clearer and faster.
What Happened in the Meeting?
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar led the meeting. FBR officials shared details about the new e-auction tool. They want to cut down on people handling things by hand. This reduces mistakes and keeps a better watch over the process. The meeting happened recently, and everyone agreed on the plan.
Key Parts of the New System
The online auction will let buyers bid from anywhere. No need to show up in person. It covers vehicles that are non-customs paid or confiscated. And it helps the government get more money from these sales. The system is part of wider tech updates in customs work.
New Rules for Handling Seized Cars
Along with the online tool, FBR is releasing a fresh Customs General Order. This is like a rule book for getting rid of tampered or seized vehicles. A small team looked at old laws and talked them over. They finished the order, and Ishaq Dar approved it. These rules will make sure auctions are fair for all.
Why This Matters for Pakistan
Old ways of auctioning had issues. People worried about hidden deals or unfair prices. The digital shift fixes that. It shows the government's push for modern tools in daily work. This can bring in more cash for public needs. And it builds trust in how taxes and customs run.
Buyers get a shot at good deals on these vehicles. Sellers well, that's the government see steady revenue. In the end, it's a win for cleaner operations.
For more on upcoming auctions, check the FBR site. They list dates like October 16, 23, and 30, 2025. This move comes at a time when Pakistan eyes better tax collection. It fits with the goals to use tech for fair play. For updates, visit DrivePK.com
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