The Software That Saved My Sanity During Tax Season in 2025 (Pakistan)

It wasn’t a Problem for me until I found myself knee-deep in receipts and error messages that I realized my old way of filing taxes wouldn’t cut it anymore.

In 2025, tax regulations in Pakistan evolved significantly—especially for freelancers, digital entrepreneurs, and salaried individuals earning from multiple sources. Filing taxes manually or relying on outdated methods became a burden. I knew I needed to streamline everything—accurate returns, maximum refunds, and, most importantly, peace of mind.

That’s when I began researching about modern tax software solutions and learned some critical lessons along the way.

Why I Moved Away from Traditional Filing

When I started as a freelancer in 2023, I manually filed my returns through FBR's Iris Portal. It worked—but it was overwhelming. By 2025, with multiple income streams, digital wallets, and crypto earnings, I needed something smarter.

Pro Tip: If your income includes remote or digital earnings, make sure the software you use supports Pakistani tax categories like foreign income, Zakat, donations, and withholding tax adjustments.

Source: FBR Official Site

What I Looked For in Tax Software

Before choosing any platform, I listed my must-haves:

• Integration with FBR
• Support for salaried + business income
• Real-time audit alerts
• Refund optimization tools

I even compared a few paid and free options available in Pakistan and international software that supports local filing through templates and CSV uploads.

Source: TaxExperts.pk – Software Review Section

The Game-Changer: My Experience with TaxDosti.pk

After trying a few demos, I settled on TaxDosti.com, which offers both self-filing tools and expert support. The interface was clean, and the software updated every time FBR updated its slabs.

What really impressed me:

It categorized my crypto earnings using Binance tax reports

Automatically applied tax rebates

Flagged two previous filing errors (missed health insurance credit)

Pro Tip: Always double-check imported data from banks and e-wallets. I found discrepancies between my bank’s CSV and the final amounts shown.

Automation That Actually Works

TaxDosti wasn’t alone. I tested myTax and TAXEasy too. While both had decent dashboards, they lacked automation. For example, TaxDosti pulled my previous NTN history directly from FBR’s portal without any effort on my part.

If you're a salaried person, TaxDosti generates a pre-filled salary return and calculates your eligible credits—like donations under Section 61.

Source: Income Tax Ordinance, Section 61 - FBR

Let me Give you A Real-World Example Of my Friend:

A close friend of mine Sarah, an eCommerce store owner in Lahore, used to pay over PKR 20,000 to a tax consultant every year. After switching to this software with my recommendation, she paid PKR 4,000 for full filing—and claimed an education expense rebate she had never been told about.

She was surprised to see her refund of PKR 18,000 processed in just 25 days.

Now Let me Told you What to Really Avoid

Not every tool is trustworthy. I ran into shady-looking platforms with fake "FBR-approved" tags. Always cross-verify the tool’s certification and NEVER share your IRIS credentials with a third-party website.

Source: FBR Cybersecurity Advisory

No More Tax Season Panic

I used to dread tax season. But now, I actually look forward to filing—not because I enjoy numbers, but because I trust my tools. If you're still stuck with outdated methods or spending hours with a tax consultant, consider making the switch. It won’t just save your time—it might also save your money.

And hey—if you liked this journey, you’ll love to read more about what I wrote about Tax.

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FAQs

Q1. Can I file my taxes completely online in Pakistan?

Yes, using portals like FBR Iris or software like TaxDosti.

Q2. Is tax software safe?

Only if it's from a certified provider. Check if the software uses SSL encryption and complies with FBR data policies.

Q3. Do these platforms support crypto tax reporting?

Some tools like TaxDosti do verify beforehand with your wallet CSV reports.

Case Study Written By

Manahil Chouhan is a self-employed Online Consultant who has learned how to  manage finances through years of hands-on experience. From filing taxes as a freelancer to discovering smart deductions that saved her thousands, she now shares these lessons to help others keep more of what they earn. She loves to share her experiences with people.