The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing a nationwide enforcement drive against non-filers who publicly display wealth and luxury lifestyles on social media while remaining outside the tax net.

According to sources, the crackdown will begin on October 1, 2026, after authorities complete a months-long data collection and verification exercise.

Individuals identified through social media activity will be required to explain their sources of income, assets, and spending patterns. Tax officials will compare their declared income with visible indicators of wealth and lifestyle.

Sources said the FBR has compiled extensive data throughout the current fiscal year, using information from multiple databases to identify potential tax evasion cases.

The exercise reportedly includes analysis of banking transactions, credit card spending, ATM withdrawals, and other financial records. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has also assisted in verifying identities and supporting data matching efforts.

Individuals currently under review have until September 30, 2026, to file tax returns and regularize their status. Following that deadline, the FBR is expected to issue notices and initiate legal proceedings against those found in violation of tax laws.

Officials believe the campaign will help expand the tax base, improve compliance, and bring high-spending individuals into the documented economy.