PSW extends post-payment regime to SIDC

December 15, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan Single Window (PSW) has extended the post-payment regime to the Sindh Infrastructure Development Cess (SIDC) within the WeBOC/PSW ecosystem.

This initiative was implemented in collaboration with the Federal Board of Revenue and Pakistan Customs.

This follows the successful transition of customs duties and taxes to a post-payment system in July 2025, marking a key milestone in Pakistan’s efforts to modernize trade and improve business efficiency, according to the Press Release. 

This initiative, supported by PSW, is part of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) 's broader strategy to simplify trade procedures and reduce regulatory burdens on businesses.

Previously, traders were required to pay SIDC upfront before the assessment, which often discouraged early filing of Goods Declarations (GDs) and created liquidity challenges.

By enabling SIDC to be paid after the customs clearance process, the new post-payment arrangement addresses these issues and supports the smooth flow of trade, reducing delays and enhancing predictability for traders.

The extension of the post-payment regime to SIDC ensures that all major duties and taxes follow a unified post-assessment process.

This harmonization streamlines customs clearance procedures and contributes to faster processing times, reducing the wait time for shipments and enhancing cargo dwell time performance.

With the removal of pre-clearance payment requirements, traders can now retain liquidity and focus on growing their businesses, while the overall efficiency of the trade process is significantly improved.

Aftab Haider, CEO of PSW, emphasized the importance of these reforms in advancing Pakistan’s trade infrastructure.

He said that the extension of the post-payment regime to SIDC is in line with PSW’s vision to modernize Pakistan’s trade ecosystem and marks a major milestone in the ongoing reform process.

This initiative, led by FBR and supported by PSW, replaces the need for upfront payments with a more efficient post-payment system. It simplifies cash flow for businesses, accelerates clearance times, and contributes to smoother trade operations.

These reforms are designed to reduce the dwell time of containers at the borders, enhance the efficiency of port operations, and strengthen Pakistan’s position in global commerce.

PSW remains dedicated to driving the digital transformation of trade procedures in Pakistan. By removing outdated and burdensome practices, PSW continues to work towards creating a more transparent, efficient, and business-friendly environment.

This extension of the post-payment system to SIDC is another significant achievement in Pakistan’s broader efforts to improve its global trade standing and foster sustainable economic growth.

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