How do I register my restaurant with PRA Punjab?

To register with PRA Punjab: 1) Obtain your NTN from FBR at fbr.gov.pk, 2) Visit pra.punjab.gov.pk and apply for Punjab Sales Tax on Services registration, 3) Upload required documents: NTN, CNIC, business registration, bank account details, 4) PRA verifies and issues your Sales Tax Registration Number STRN, 5) Contact Sum Cloud POS to connect your POS to PRA eIMS using your STRN credentials.

What documents are needed for PRA registration?

Documents required for PRA registration: NTN certificate from FBR, CNIC of the business owner, business registration certificate or tenancy agreement, bank account details, and photographs of the business premises.

PRA STRN (Sales Tax Registration Number) is your unique identifier with Punjab Revenue Authority. It is issued after your registration is approved at pra.punjab.gov.pk. You need your NTN from FBR before applying for PRA STRN.

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PRA Registration Guide for Punjab Businesses

Everything you need to know about registering with the Punjab Revenue Authority -- who qualifies, what documents are needed, how to register online, and how to connect your POS to PRA eIMS. Our team supports you at every step.

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Who Needs to Register with PRA Punjab?

Under the Punjab Sales Tax on Services Act 2012, any business providing taxable services in Punjab above the prescribed threshold must register with PRA.

Restaurants and Food Services

Mandatory eIMS installation: Annual income Rs 6 million or more.

Beauty Salons and Aesthetic Clinics

Required to register with PRA when providing taxable grooming and aesthetic services in Punjab.

Hotels, Guest Houses and Event Venues

Hotels and banquet halls must register with PRA and issue PRA-compliant invoices.

IT, Telecom and Other Services

IT services, telecom, courier, photography and other professional services also fall under PRA jurisdiction.

Documents Required for PRA Registration

NTN Certificate
National Tax Number from FBR. Apply at fbr.gov.pk if you don't have one.
CNIC of Business Owner
Computerized National Identity Card of the proprietor, partners or directors.
Business Registration Certificate
SECP registration, partnership deed, or tenancy agreement for premises.
Bank Account Details
Business bank account in the name of the registered entity.
Business Photographs
Photographs of premises showing signboard and interior.
Utility Bills
Recent electricity or gas bill for the registered business premises.

Step-by-Step PRA Registration and POS Connection

Get Your FBR NTN

Before applying to PRA you must have a valid NTN from the Federal Board of Revenue. Visit fbr.gov.pk to apply using your CNIC. Free and usually approved within 24-48 hours.

Apply for PRA Registration Online

Visit pra.punjab.gov.pk and click Registration. Complete the online form, upload all required documents and submit. PRA will verify and may conduct a physical inspection.

Receive Your PRA STRN

After verification PRA issues your Sales Tax Registration Number (STRN). This unique identifier is printed on all your PRA-compliant invoices and used by eIMS to identify your business with each submission.

Contact Sum Cloud POS -- We Connect Your POS to eIMS

WhatsApp us at +92 317 4088510 with your PRA STRN. Our technical team configures the SFD connection to PRA eIMS server. Setup completed remotely in under an hour.

Start Selling -- Every Receipt is PRA Compliant

From your first sale every receipt carries a PRA fiscal invoice number and QR code. Monthly sales reports are generated in the format required for PRA return filing.

PRA Registration Questions

PRA registration typically takes 7 to 21 working days after submission of a complete application. PRA may conduct a physical site inspection. Once STRN is issued our team can connect your POS to eIMS within the same day.

After registering with PRA you must file a monthly Punjab Sales Tax return by the 15th of the following month. Sum Cloud POS generates monthly PRA reports in the correct format to simplify this process.

Yes. Our team provides free guidance throughout the PRA registration process. For the technical eIMS POS connection we handle complete setup using your PRA credentials. WhatsApp us at +92 317 4088510.

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