AHQ Associates

Your Trusted Partner in Tax Consultancy & Global Study and Travel Solutions

Use of Services

Our consultancy services—including tax advisory, international education guidance, and travel solutions—are intended for individual and professional use. You agree to use these services ethically and legally, and not to engage in misuse or assist others in doing so.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. We collect and use your personal information solely for official purposes such as visa processing, tax filing, university applications, and legal compliance. For more details, refer to our Privacy Policy.

Tax & Regulatory Services (Income Tax, Sales Tax, Customs, SECP)

• All tax rates provided (income tax, sales tax, and customs duties) are as per applicable laws and may vary depending on legal updates from FBR or related authorities.
• Clients are responsible for disclosing true and accurate income, turnover, and assets. AHQ Associates will not be liable for incorrect filings caused by false data provided by the client.
• SECP compliance services include filing of Form A, Form 29, annual returns, and legal drafting under the Companies Act. Late filings may incur penalties as per SECP laws.
• Customs advisory services are offered based on available SROs and statutory notifications. Classification, valuation, and clearance decisions rest with customs authorities.
• Tax planning is offered based on available exemptions and reliefs, but AHQ does not guarantee acceptance by tax authorities or immunity from audit.
• Clients must retain copies of all documents submitted for compliance purposes.

Application Assistance & Charges

For Global Education & Visa Services:
• Charges apply only for consultation, guidance, documentation review, and application processing.
• Third-party payments such as visa fees, embassy charges, biometric fees, university application/enrollment fees, courier charges, and insurance are not included in our charges and must be paid directly by the applicant.
• All service charges are non-refundable.
• AHQ Associates does not guarantee visa approvals, scholarships, or university admissions. All decisions are subject to institutional and embassy discretion.

For Tax Consultancy & Digital Invoicing:
• Charges apply to tax return filing, compliance advisory, digital invoice integration, and tax planning services.
• AHQ Associates provides support based on prevailing FBR regulations; accuracy of filings depends on the completeness and truthfulness of information shared by the client.
• We do not guarantee exemption approvals or audit immunity.
• All service charges are non-refundable once filing or analysis begins.

For Income Tax, Sales Tax, and Customs Advisory:
• Fee structures for these services depend on case complexity, such as refund claims, notices, imports/exports, valuation rulings, and classification advice.
• Any government-imposed fee (e.g., tax challans, duties, penalties, SROs, or surcharges) must be paid directly by the client.
• AHQ Associates is not responsible for delays or decisions made by FBR, Customs, or other regulatory authorities.

For Corporate Compliance (SECP):
• SECP-related services include company incorporation, change of directors, filing of Form A & Form 29, share transfers, and compliance with the Companies Act, 2017.
• Our charges do not include SECP government fees or stamp duties, which must be paid directly.
• All filings are performed based on client-provided data. Inaccuracies or delays in information may impact legal compliance, for which AHQ Associates will not be liable.

Payment Terms

For Global Education & Visa Services:
• 70% of the service fee is due at registration. The remaining 30% must be paid at the time of visa filing.
• Work on your case begins only after the first installment is received.
• Late payment may delay or halt your application/filing process.

For Tax Consultancy Services:
• Full payment is required in advance before any tax return filing, documentation, or advisory is initiated.
• If the scope involves monthly retainership or complex audits, a payment schedule may be mutually agreed in writing.
• No refunds will be provided once documentation or filing begins.

For Corporate Compliance (SECP, Customs, etc.):
• Services such as company incorporation, SECP form filings, NTN registration, or SRO applications must be paid 100% upfront.
• Government fees (e.g., SECP filing fees, stamp duty, customs assessments) are excluded and must be paid directly by the client.
• Delayed payment may result in missed deadlines and additional penalties, which will not be the responsibility of AHQ Associates.

Applicant Responsibilities

• The applicant must provide valid and complete documentation for all services.
• AHQ Associates is not responsible for rejection due to misrepresentation or missing documents.
• All required payments to embassies, universities, and authorities must be made directly by the applicant.
• It is the applicant's responsibility to regularly check their email and online portals for updates.

Intellectual Property

All resources, including tax cards, study guides, and branded materials, are intellectual property of AHQ Associates. Reproduction or commercial use without written consent is strictly prohibited.

Limitation of Liability

• AHQ Associates is not liable for any penalties, rejections, or delays arising due to third-party regulations, incorrect data provided by clients, or external authority decisions.
• Consultancy is advisory in nature; final decisions are made by the respective institutions or authorities.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Pakistan. Any disputes arising shall be resolved in the competent courts of Pakistan.

Changes to Terms

These terms may be updated to reflect legal or service-related changes. Continued use of services indicates acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact Us

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