FBR integrated POS for Pakistani retailers
If your shop is a Tier-1 retailer, every sale must be reported to FBR's point-of-sale system and the receipt must carry FBR's invoice number. Cloud POS Retail does both from the same till you sell on.
- Sandbox and live modes
- FBR invoice number on the receipt
- Works with split payments
What FBR POS integration means
The Federal Board of Revenue requires Tier-1 retailers to connect their point of sale to FBR so that every sale is reported as it happens. For each sale, FBR returns a fiscal invoice number. That number, with a QR code, is printed on the customer's receipt so the invoice can be verified — for example in FBR's Tax Asaan app.
Who counts as Tier-1 is defined in the Sales Tax Act and FBR's rules, and the criteria have changed over the years. They cover, among others, retailers that are part of a national or international chain, retailers in air-conditioned shopping malls, plazas and centres, and retailers above an electricity-bill threshold. Check your status with your tax adviser or FBR before you register.
How it works in Cloud POS Retail
Once your FBR POS ID and credentials are added in settings, each completed sale is posted to FBR's point-of-sale service. FBR's invoice number is saved with the sale and printed on the receipt with its QR code. You can test the connection against FBR's sandbox before switching to live.
- Payment modes mapped for you Cash, card, mixed payments, loyalty points and store credit are reported with the payment mode FBR expects.
- Amounts in FBR's format Totals, tax and discounts are sent in rupees with two decimals, as FBR's specification requires.
- Rejections shown, not hidden If FBR rejects a sale, the reason is shown so it can be corrected, and each sale carries only one FBR invoice number.
- One system No separate FBR utility running beside your billing software.
What you need before you start
- Sales tax registration Your business must be registered for sales tax with FBR.
- POS registration with FBR Register your point of sale in FBR's IRIS portal to receive your POS ID and access details.
- Your tax rates Set up your sales tax rates once in Cloud POS Retail; they apply at the till automatically.
- A receipt printer A standard thermal receipt printer prints the FBR invoice number and QR code.
If you are not a Tier-1 retailer
FBR integration is optional in Cloud POS Retail. Shops that are not required to integrate can leave it switched off and still get proper tax rates on receipts, tax reports and a ledger their accountant can work with. If your status changes, switch it on later without changing how you sell.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cloud POS Retail integrated with FBR?
Yes. When FBR integration is switched on, each sale is reported to FBR's point-of-sale service and the FBR invoice number and QR code are printed on the receipt.
Who has to integrate their POS with FBR?
Tier-1 retailers, as defined in the Sales Tax Act and FBR's rules — for example chain-store outlets, retailers in air-conditioned malls and plazas, and retailers above an electricity-bill threshold. The criteria change from time to time, so confirm your status with a tax adviser or FBR.
Can I test FBR integration before going live?
Yes. Cloud POS Retail supports FBR's sandbox environment, so you can test the connection with your credentials before switching to live reporting.
Does my customer see the FBR invoice number?
Yes. The FBR invoice number and a QR code are printed on the receipt, and customers can verify the invoice with FBR.