- Nationwide crackdown on fake PWD IDs announced by the Bureau of Internal Revenue in the Philippines
- BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. orders coordination with other agencies to tackle tax evasion from fake PWD IDs
- Fake PWD IDs caused an estimated revenue loss of P88.2 billion in 2023
- Fake IDs undermine the financial relief intended for legitimate persons with disabilities
- Legitimate PWDs are entitled to a 20 percent discount and VAT exemption on certain goods and services
- Fraudulent use of PWD IDs involves their sale on streets and online, posing challenges to enforcement
- BIR plans to intensify tax audits and scrutinize records of establishments reporting PWD transactions
- Establishments found using fake PWD IDs will face penalties including deficiency VAT and interest
- BIR to work closely with the Department of Health and the National Council on Disability Affairs to verify PWD IDs
- Enhanced enforcement and monitoring aim to minimize fraud and ensure benefits reach legitimate PWDs
Source: philstar.com
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