KARACHI: The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation has decided to start collecting tax from wedding halls under several categories, including beautification, live cooking, barbecue and parking.
According to the plan finalized after a request from the Wedding Halls Association, challans will now be issued based on the number of guests in the halls. The move will be implemented under the Sindh Local Government Act 2013 and its amended Taxation Rules. Authorities will also consider facilities like manpower, banquets, clubs and ballrooms while assessing the tax.
Wedding halls in Districts West, Central, and East will face the following tax structure:
- Rs.30,000 for gatherings of more than 500 guests
- Rs.20,000 for up to 500 guests
- Rs.10,000 for 300 guests
- Rs.5,000 for 150 guests
Meanwhile, halls in Korangi and Malir districts will pay slightly lower rates:
- Rs.25,000 for more than 500 guests
- Rs.15,000 for up to 500 guests
- Rs.7,500 for 300 guests
- Rs.5,000 for 150 guests
The new tax plan is aimed at regulating the wedding industry and ensuring compliance with local government laws.
