On February 19, 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) of Pakistan mandated the integration of electronic invoicing systems for a wide array of businesses as part of its efforts to enhance tax compliance and transparency. This directive, outlined in SRO 288(I)/2026, requires businesses such as restaurants, hotels, medical practitioners, and educational institutions to connect their point-of-sale (POS) systems with the FBR's computerized income tax system. The FBR stated, "No supply shall be made by the integrated enterprises except through the integrated outlets," emphasizing the necessity for real-time transaction data reporting. The integration process must be completed within a specified timeframe, after which penalties for non-compliance will be enforced. The FBR has also indicated that businesses will be responsible for the costs associated with this integration, including hardware and software purchases, which may impose a financial burden on smaller enterprises.