Philippines Tightens VAT on Digital Services, Requiring Foreign Providers to Register and Remit
The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 59-2026, mandating foreign digital service providers (NRDSPS) to register, collect, and remit 12% Value Added Tax (VAT) on services consumed in the Philippines. This aims to level the playing field with local businesses.
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