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Registering with PSEB as an IT Exporter
Quick answer
IT and ITeS companies and freelancers register with the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) online by submitting business and tax details. Registration unlocks concessional tax treatment on export income, access to PSEB programmes and office space, and added credibility with overseas clients.
Key figuresVerified June 2026
| PSEB registration cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Final tax if registered | 0.25% of gross |
| Final tax if not | 1% of gross |
Sources · reviewed by BuzIntel editorial
Step by step
- Confirm eligibility. Software houses, IT-enabled service firms, call centres, and freelancers exporting IT services can register. Have your NTN and business details ready.
- Apply on the PSEB portal. Complete the online registration with company information, services offered, and export details. Companies submit incorporation documents; freelancers submit CNIC/NTN.
- Maintain status. Keep registration current and report export figures. This supports your eligibility for tax concessions and PSEB facilitation.
- Leverage benefits. Use PSEB membership in proposals and on your website as a trust signal, and access training, events, and subsidised facilities where available.
Frequently asked questions
+Can individual freelancers register with PSEB?
Yes, PSEB offers freelancer registration in addition to company registration.
+What's the main financial benefit?
Concessional tax treatment on IT/ITeS export income for registered exporters, plus easier documentation of foreign earnings.
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