BRA directs marriage halls, event service providers to register and pay sales tax

The Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA) has directed all marriage halls and event service providers across the province to register with the authority and comply with applicable tax laws. 

QUETTA, Mar 12 (APP): The Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA) has directed all marriage halls and event service providers across the province to register with the authority and comply with applicable tax laws.
The order applies to businesses providing event-related services, including marriage halls and lawns, shamiana setups, decoration, and related facilities.
Operators of these venues and services must complete registration with the BRA and fulfill their tax obligations under provincial regulations.
Under the Balochistan Sales Tax on Services Act 2015, services associated with wedding and event arrangements are subject to sales tax.
Tax rate fixed of Rs10,000 per event or 2 percent of the service fee, whichever is higher.
Businesses must register, pay due taxes, and submit returns within prescribed deadlines
The BRA warned that failure to register, non-payment of taxes, or late submission of returns may result in penalties and legal action under the law.
The authority urged marriage hall owners and event service providers to ensure full compliance, emphasizing that adherence to tax laws will contribute to provincial development and economic progress.
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