Philippine Suppliers Must Accept Zero-Rating Certificates for EOEs and RBEs Without BIR Approval

• Zero-rating certificates must be accepted for EOEs and RBEs
• BIR issued a reminder on 11 June 2025
• Local suppliers must recognize VAT zero-rating certification
• Certification issued by DTI-EMB for EOEs and IPAs for RBEs
• Suppliers no longer need BIR approval for VAT zero rate
• DTI-EMB certificate serves as evidence for EOE import VAT exemption
• RBEs need Certificate of Authority to Import for customs exemption

Source: taxathand.com

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.

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