- The BIR issued guidelines for VAT registration and payment for nonresident digital service providers through the VDS portal.
- A 12 percent VAT applies to digital services consumed in the Philippines since June 2025.
- VAT registration via the VDS Portal and Online Registration System began in August 2025.
- NRDSPs must file VAT returns and pay by the 25th day of the month after each taxable quarter.
- Refunds for erroneously paid VAT are not allowed.
- The BIR may verify declarations and discrepancies must be corrected to avoid penalties.
- Non-compliance may result in fines, criminal liability, and business suspension.
Source: regfollower.com
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