Tag: BIR
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BIR Incinerates Over PHP219 Million in Smuggled Cigarettes in Caraga
In a significant move against smuggling, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in Caraga Region destroyed over PHP219 million worth of illicit cigarettes. The destruction took place in Butuan City on February 24, 2025, at the Richmond Plywood Corporation in Purok 1, Barangay Mahogany. A total of 337,644 packs of smuggled cigarettes, which had been…
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BIR Incinerates Over PHP219 Million in Smuggled Cigarettes in Caraga
In a significant move against smuggling, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in Caraga Region destroyed over PHP219 million worth of illicit cigarettes on Monday, February 24, 2025. The destruction took place in Butuan City at the Richmond Plywood Corporation in Purok 1, Barangay Mahogany, under the supervision of Revenue Region No. 17 Director Jose…
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BIR to Annihilate PHP2.1 Billion in Illicit Cigarettes Across the Philippines
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has announced plans to obliterate PHP2.1 billion worth of illegal cigarettes at 12 different locations from February 24 to 28, 2025. This massive operation will see the destruction of 14.3 million packs of illicit cigarettes, which carry a tax liability of PHP6.4 billion, along with the machines used to…
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BIR’s Friendly Tax Compliance Drive Reaches Over 200,000 Businesses
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), under the leadership of Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr., successfully conducted a nationwide Friendly Tax Compliance Verification Drive (TCVD) from February 10 to 14. This initiative saw BIR personnel visiting more than 200,000 establishments across the Philippines to educate business owners about their tax obligations and compliance requirements. Commissioner Lumagui…
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BIR Enhances Digital Tax Services in Cagayan de Oro
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – In an effort to enhance tax compliance and streamline processes, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is expanding its digital offerings for local businesses. Amera Samad, an assessment section officer at BIR District Office 98, announced that the agency is upgrading its eLounges to better serve taxpayers taking advantage of…
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BIR Initiates Friendly Tax Compliance Campaign to Boost Voluntary Adherence
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has kicked off a comprehensive campaign designed to educate taxpayers about their fiscal responsibilities and promote voluntary compliance. Named the Friendly Tax Compliance Verification Drive (TCVD), the initiative, which took place from February 10 to 14, aims to clarify tax obligations, pinpoint common compliance issues, and assist taxpayers in…
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Supreme Court Clarifies Timelines for VAT Refund Claims
The Supreme Court (SC) has provided clarity on the deadlines for filing value-added tax (VAT) refund claims with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). In a recent ruling, the SC’s Third Division specified that for claims submitted before June 11, 2014, the 120-day period for the BIR to act on a claim starts when the…
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BIR’s E-Payment Collections Soar Past PHP2 Trillion Mark
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has reported a significant increase in the use of its electronic payment services, with collections surpassing PHP2 trillion in the first ten months of the previous year. This milestone was announced during the 2025 National Tax Campaign Kick-off at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City, highlighting the…
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