
Philippines Extends Tax Deadline for Habagat-Hit Taxpayers
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has extended the tax filing deadline to August 18th for taxpayers in areas affected by the habagat monsoon.
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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has extended the tax filing deadline to August 18th for taxpayers in areas affected by the habagat monsoon.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines has expanded the list of value-added tax (VAT)-exempt drugs to include 14 more medicines for serious and chronic illnesses, following a presidential announcement.

Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza emphasized the importance of a taxpayer-centric approach to government digitalization efforts at the GovMedia Conference & Awards 2026.

The 'green box' reportedly containing the tax records of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has arrived at the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Tuesday, confirmed by BIR Commissioner Charlie Mendoza.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines expressed optimism about the conviction of former Public Works and Highways engineers, known as the 'BGC Boys,' who face 44 tax-related cases.

A joint operation by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) resulted in the seizure of 22 containers of illicit cigarettes at Manila North Harbor.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has extended tax filing, payment, and document submission deadlines until June 30, 2026, for taxpayers in RDO No. 11, which was affected by an earthquake.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines has introduced new rules to expedite the process for businesses to formally shut down and cancel their tax registration, aiming to cut bureaucratic red tape.

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed a tax evasion complaint against former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, his wife, and an associate. Roque claims the case is politically motivated, intended to harass allies of former President Duterte.

The Philippine Tax Whiz has discussed the recently issued Revenue Regulations (RR) No. 01-2026 by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). These new regulations outline updated VAT rules for registered business enterprises in the Philippines.

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) reported net collections of P530.055 billion from January 1 to February 28, 2026, surpassing its goal for the period.

Officials and residents in Bukidnon, Philippines, have expressed support for the 2026 tax campaign launched by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue District No. 99.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines collected P2.003 trillion from January to July 2026, surpassing its target by P13.53 billion, or 0.68 percent.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines conducted a nationwide Tax Compliance Verification Drive, inspecting thousands of establishments and seizing illicit vape products and cigarettes with P16.54 million in tax liability.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) of the Philippines received international recognition for its 2026 BIR Interactive Digital Tax Calendar, winning the Philippines Digital Initiative of the Year – Finance Award at the GovMedia Conference & Awards in Singapore.

Senator Francis Escudero has ordered the return of Vice President Sara Duterte's tax records to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), though either party may still subpoena the BIR for them in the future.

The House prosecution panel in the Philippines is advocating for the opening of a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) box, citing the interest of justice. Opponents of opening the box are accused of acting out of fear.

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued a memo circular clarifying that treaty provisions generally cannot exempt non-resident or foreign digital service providers from VAT.

Businesses in the Philippines are required to submit alphalists, which are detailed reports of employees, suppliers, or payees subject to withholding tax, to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

This article addresses frequently asked questions regarding VAT refund applications, including whether applying for a refund automatically triggers a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) audit.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has initiated an audit probe into the tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Mans Carpio. This development follows House lawmakers' deferral o

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines reports an increase in taxpayers opting to file and pay their annual income tax returns online, indicating growing trust in digital platforms as the April 15 deadline approaches.

Authorities in Quezon City have arrested two individuals for allegedly impersonating Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) personnel and extorting over P1.6 million from a businessman.

Clean election advocates and other groups have called on the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to investigate Senator Rodante Marcoleta's admission of undisclosed campaign contributions.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) clarified that the proposed P350,000 personal income tax exemption ceiling will also benefit workers earning above the cap.

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed criminal complaints totaling P22.71 billion for tax evasion against Sunwest, Inc., its president, and treasurer before the Department of Justice.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has lifted the excise tax holiday on LPG and kerosene, which is expected to lead to an increase in their prices.

The camp of Sara Duterte agreed to open a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) box, but requested that it be done only in a confidential or executive session, a request questioned by the prosecution panel.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines has renewed its multi-sectoral consultative mechanism with various business and professional groups by signing a new Memorandum of Agreement.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed a criminal complaint with the Department of Justice (DOJ) against dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo for alleged tax deficiencies exceeding P1 billion.

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has clarified the process for submitting the Certificate of Entitlement to Tax Incentives (CETI) as an attachment to annual Income Tax Returns. The CETI certifies a registered business's eligibility for tax incentives under Philippine law.

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has seized a Porsche, a Ford Bronco, and other expensive vehicles from the Discaya couple as part of an enforcement action.

The Philippine Tax Whiz breaks down recent Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issuances regarding fuel excise taxes. These changes have drawn public attention as fuel prices continue to impact households and businesses in the Philippines.

The House committee on justice has summoned officials from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Commission on Audit (COA) to testify on Vice President Sara Duterte’s tax compliance and liquidation of confidential funds. This is part of ongoing impeachment hearings against her.

MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — Frontline services at the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue District Office No. 99 in Bukidnon will remain available from Monday to Friday even with the implementation of the four-day workweek as part of efforts to conserve energy amid rising global oil prices. The setup is implemented pursuant to Revenue Memorandum