FBR revises customs duty drawback rates for exporters

Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue has brought updated export repayment schedules into force from October 27, 2026, replacing provisions issued in 2009. Profit by Pakistan Today reported that exporters can reclaim duties paid on specified imported materials used to make eligible goods for shipment abroad.

The revised percentages differ by product and processing method. For example, eligible hosiery carries a rate of 1.784% of FOB value, while hand-knotted woollen carpets qualify for 0.301%; certain cotton canvas, tarpaulins and tents have a 2.136% rate. Exporters must record their repayment claim in export documentation and apply within 210 days of export, or within 180 days after foreign-exchange proceeds are realised, subject to the stated conditions.