The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is calling on taxpayers to file their 2024 Annual Income Tax Return (AITR) and settle their tax dues before April 15, 2025, to avoid penalties.
Following the Tax Awareness Month in February, BIR continues its annual campaign to ensure timely compliance. Failure to meet the deadline may result in fines, surcharges, and legal consequences.
To make the process easier, BIR encourages early preparation and the use of online platforms for faster and more convenient filing.
How to file your AITR, according to BIR:
- Determine the correct form – choose the appropriate BIR form based on your taxpayer classification:
- BIR Form 1700 – For individuals earning only compensation income.
- BIR Form 1701A or 1701 – For self-employed individuals and professionals
- BIR Form 1702 – For corporations and partnerships.
- Fill out the form accurately – provide complete and correct details, including income, deductions, and tax due.
- Compute your tax due – ensure the correct computation based on the tax rates applicable to your income bracket.
- File your return – submit your tax return through:
- eBIRForms System (for self-employed individuals, professionals, and mixed-income earners)
- Electronic Filing and Payment System (eFPS) (for large taxpayers and certain mandated entities)
- Authorized Agent Banks (AABs) or Revenue District Offices (RDOs) (for manual filing)
- Pay the tax due – payments can be made through:
- Online Payment Channels (GCash, PayMaya, Landbank, DBP, UnionBank, etc.)
- Over-the-Counter Payments at AABs
- Revenue Collection Officers (RCOs) at selected RDOs
- Keep proof of filing and payment – Retain copies of your filed tax return and payment receipts for future reference.
For more information, visit the BIR’s official website or contact the nearest revenue district office.
