SRB POS integration Sindh restaurants must handle is different from FBR integration and from the PRA rules in Punjab. The Sindh Revenue Board runs its own framework, so a restaurant in Karachi or Hyderabad cannot assume that an FBR-connected system is enough. This guide explains who is covered, how the framework works and what to look for in restaurant POS software in Pakistan.
Why SRB POS integration Sindh restaurants need is separate
Pakistan has a federal sales tax on goods, collected by FBR, and provincial sales tax on services, collected by provincial authorities. In Sindh, that authority is the Sindh Revenue Board (SRB). Restaurants provide a service, so their sales tax and receipts fall under SRB.
SRB runs its own POS integration framework, built around what it calls a Sales Data Controller. The important point is this: FBR integration does not automatically satisfy SRB. If your business sells goods and also runs a restaurant in Sindh, you may need both.
Which Sindh restaurants are covered
As reported, the SRB framework covers restaurants that are:
- Located in hotels
- Franchise outlets
- Multi-branch restaurants in Sindh
- In air-conditioned malls
- Selling through online marketplaces
- With turnover above Rs 5 million in the preceding twelve tax periods
| Category | Reported as covered |
|---|---|
| Restaurants in hotels | Yes |
| Franchise outlets | Yes |
| Multi-branch restaurants in Sindh | Yes |
| Restaurants in air-conditioned malls | Yes |
| Restaurants on online marketplaces | Yes |
| Turnover above Rs 5 million in preceding twelve tax periods | Yes |
These criteria are based on reports, and SRB can update its rules. Please check the current SRB rules or speak to your tax advisor to confirm whether your restaurant is covered.
How the SRB framework works in practice
In simple terms, your restaurant POS must be connected so that sales data reaches SRB through its Sales Data Controller framework. Each bill becomes part of a record that SRB can monitor, instead of relying only on what the restaurant later declares.
For your team, this means:
- Every order must be billed through the POS.
- No manual or parallel receipts should be issued.
- Discounts, deals and cancellations must be handled inside the system.
- Daily sales should match what SRB receives.
FBR, PRA and SRB compared
Restaurant groups that operate in more than one province often get confused. Here is a simple comparison:
| Authority | Covers | Restaurant relevance |
|---|---|---|
| FBR | Sales tax on goods (federal) | Packaged goods, retail side, Tier 1 retail |
| PRA | Sales tax on services in Punjab | Restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, marriage halls via EIMS |
| SRB | Sales tax on services in Sindh | Restaurants via Sales Data Controller framework |
If you also have outlets in Punjab, read our PRA POS integration and EIMS guide. For the goods side, see our FBR digital invoicing 2026 guide.
What to look for in restaurant POS Pakistan businesses use
Choosing a restaurant POS Pakistan owners can rely on is a long-term decision, because switching systems later disrupts staff, menus and reports. A restaurant POS in Pakistan should do more than print bills. Look for these features:
Compliance features
- Integration with the provincial authority that applies to each outlet.
- Correct tax calculation on every bill.
- Proper handling of cancelled, edited and split bills.
- Clear daily tax and sales reports.
Operations features
- Fast order entry for dine-in, takeaway and delivery.
- Deals, combos and discounts set up in advance.
- Kitchen order tickets.
- Table management for dine-in.
- Multi-branch reporting from one dashboard.
Back-office features
- Ingredient stock and purchases, so you can see food cost.
- Supplier payments and expenses.
- Accounting connection so sales go straight into your books.
- Staff attendance and payroll.
Many restaurants run a POS at the counter and a separate back-office system for stock and accounts. Isolate ERP covers accounting, inventory across multiple warehouses, purchases, and HR and payroll, with plans from $18 a month. Our POS software page explains the point of sale side.
Preparing your restaurant for integration
Before any integration work starts, get these basics ready:
- Confirm your SRB registration and branch details.
- Clean your menu. Standard item names, prices and tax treatment for every item.
- List every billing point, including counters, delivery desks and online orders.
- Plan internet backup so billing continues during peak hours.
- Write simple staff rules for discounts, cancellations and complimentary items.
- Decide who checks daily reports and reconciles sales with cash and card deposits.
Mistakes restaurants commonly make
- Keeping a manual receipt book "just in case" and using it during rush hours.
- Giving discounts verbally instead of through the POS.
- Running online marketplace orders outside the main billing system.
- Letting each branch set its own menu prices without central control.
- Not checking daily reports until month end, when errors are harder to trace.
Avoiding these habits makes integration smoother and keeps your records consistent with what SRB sees.
How CT Products can help
CT Products builds and integrates business software for Pakistani companies. Our POS digital invoice integration service covers FBR for goods and PRA for services such as restaurants in Punjab, and we also develop custom software for businesses with specific needs. If your restaurant operates in Sindh, contact us to discuss your requirements and current setup, and we will tell you honestly how we can help. Our team replies within one working day. Message us on WhatsApp at +92 334 1839000 or reach us via our contact page.
Frequently asked questions
Does FBR integration cover SRB requirements?
No. SRB runs its own POS integration framework through a Sales Data Controller, and FBR integration does not automatically satisfy SRB.
Which Sindh restaurants need SRB POS integration?
As reported, it covers restaurants in hotels, franchise outlets, multi-branch restaurants in Sindh, those in air-conditioned malls, those on online marketplaces, and those with turnover above Rs 5 million in the preceding twelve tax periods. Check SRB rules to confirm.
What should a restaurant POS in Pakistan include?
It should handle provincial tax integration, fast order entry, deals and discounts, kitchen tickets, multi-branch reports and a link to stock and accounting.
Can one POS handle outlets in both Punjab and Sindh?
That depends on the software. Each outlet must meet the rules of its own province, PRA in Punjab and SRB in Sindh, so confirm that your POS supports both before you roll it out.