A firm PAN card is a unique 10-digit alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department to partnership firms and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs). It serves as a permanent tax identity for the business entity, distinct from the personal PAN cards of its partners.
It is mandatory for various essential business activities, including:
- Filing annual income tax returns
- Opening a current bank account in the firm's name
- Registering for GST and other legal compliances
- Conducting high-value financial transactions and international trade