BIR warns public against falling for fake tax payment reminder

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Tuesday warned the public against falling for a fake tax payment reminder that is currently circulating.

In an advisory on its Facebook page, BIR commissioner Charlie Mendoza said the fraudulent document used a BIR template and has been “officially confirmed as fake.”

Mendoza advised all taxpayers “to remain vigilant and to verify the authenticity of any tax-related notice, demand letter, or payment reminder they may receive.”

“All official issuances and tax communications are released solely through the Bureau’s authorized and official communication channels,” the BIR chief added.

The public may verify BIR tax communications and issuances through the BIR trunkline, 89817000 and 8929-7676, or its Customer Assistance Division at 8538-3200. — JMA, GMA Integrated News