- The BIR expects to collect P21 billion from VAT on foreign digital services in 2026.
- This tax is part of efforts to meet a higher revenue target of P3.58 trillion for 2026, up 15.4% from 2025 collections.
- The 12% VAT on nonresident digital service providers began in June 2025, with full collection starting in August via a dedicated online portal.
- Digitalization and economic growth are expected to further boost tax collections.
- E-payment adoption is high, with 85% of tax payments made electronically in 2025.
Source: abs-cbn.com
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