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19/08/2026

ALTERNATIVE WORK ARRANGEMENTS FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICES, ALTERNATIVE LEARNING MODES FOR SCHOOLS ON AUGUST 20

Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 131, government offices are directed to implement appropriate alternative work arrangements in the National Capital Region and the following provinces on August 20, 2026:

📍 National Capital Region (NCR)
📍 Abra
📍 Benguet
📍 Ilocos Norte
📍 Ilocos Sur
📍 La Union
📍 Pangasinan
📍 Bataan
📍 Bulacan
📍 Nueva Ecija
📍 Pampanga
📍 Tarlac
📍 Zambales
📍 Batangas
📍 Cavite
📍 Laguna
📍 Rizal
📍 Occidental Mindoro

Unless otherwise directed by their respective Local Chief Executives, alternative learning modes for classes and learning continuity measures at all levels in public and private schools shall be implemented in the aforementioned areas.

Agencies involved in the delivery of basic and health services, disaster preparedness and response, and other vital services shall continue their operations and render the necessary services.

Contract of Service (COS) and Job Order (JO) workers placed under alternative work arrangements shall be paid their corresponding wages or salaries, subject to applicable rules and regulations.

The suspension of work or adoption of alternative work arrangements in the private sector shall be left to the discretion of management.

19/08/2026

𝗕𝗜𝗥, 𝗠𝗔𝗣 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗘𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧, 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥-𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖 𝗧𝗔𝗫 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza met with key officials of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), led by its President, Dr. Donald L. Lim, to discuss areas for collaboration aimed at improving tax administration and advancing a more efficient, responsive, and taxpayer-centric tax system.

During the meeting, MAP raised key areas of concern and potential collaboration, including streamlining tax rulings and related processes, reforming tax audit procedures, and reviewing and updating outdated internal revenue rules and regulations.

The discussions also covered the BIR’s digitalization and digital transformation agenda, including initiatives such as e-Invoicing and the Electronic Sales Reporting System. MAP likewise commended the Bureau’s implementation of the one-time abatement and raised other taxation-related concerns for consideration and further discussion.

Commissioner Mendoza welcomed MAP’s recommendations and expressed his openness to continued engagement with the organization and other stakeholders as the BIR works to improve tax administration, strengthen taxpayer services, and advance its digital transformation agenda.

Dr. Lim was joined by Ms. Marianne B. Hontiveros, MAP Vice President; Atty. Carolina Francisca Racelis, Chair of the MAP Tax Committee; Atty. Maria Myla Maralit and Atty. Euney Marie Mata-Perez, Co-Vice Chairs of the MAP Tax Committee; Atty. Emmanuel Alcantara and Atty. Jules Riego, members of the MAP Tax Committee.

Also present from the BIR were Deputy Commissioner Larry M. Barcelo of the Legal Group; Assistant Commissioners Mariza Uy and Rosario Padilla of the Assessment and Collection Services; Assistant Commissioner Atty. Faith Farochilen of the Legal Service; Atty. Juanito Balbastre, HREA, Legal Service; Atty. Robbie Bañaga, Division Chief of the International Tax Affairs Division; Atty. Brianna Kay Delos Santos, OIC-Division Chief, Law and Legislative Division; and Atty. Cyril Ann Iriberri-Menguito, Technical Assistant, Office of the Commissioner.

19/08/2026

𝐁𝐈𝐑 𝟏𝟐𝟐𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐘: 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐘𝐄𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐀𝐗 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐁𝐈𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐁𝐄𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐄𝐋𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐔

In this video presented during the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s 122nd Anniversary Program on July 31, held under the theme “Husay at Dangal ng Lingkod-Bayan ng BIR,” BIR employees and tax practitioners share the improvements during the first seven months of BIR D.A.R.E.S.—from changes within the organization to reforms affecting taxpayers and stakeholders.

Patrick James C. Hilario of the Internal Affairs Service and Alyssa Kristine B. Lagus of the Accounting Division talk about improvements they have seen within the organization, including faster recruitment and better work-life balance.

From the taxpayer and practitioner side, BDB Law Founding Partner, Chair, and CEO Benedicta Du-Baladad, and SGV & Co. Head of Tax Jules E. Riego discuss the impact of a more data-driven and digitally focused BIR on taxpayers, including easier compliance, greater confidence in the system, and more effective collection of taxes already due.

19/08/2026

𝐁𝐈𝐑 𝟏𝟐𝟐𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐘: “𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐍” 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐒 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐈𝐑 𝐇𝐘𝐌𝐍

As part of its 122nd Founding Anniversary celebration under the theme “Husay at Dangal ng Lingkod-Bayan ng BIR,” the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) formally launched “Ang Ating Sandigan,” its official hymn, during the Anniversary Program on July 31, 2026, at the BIR National Office.

“We chose to offer this hymn as our anniversary gift to the Bureau because music speaks to the heart in a way that words alone cannot. My hope is that every time we sing it, it will inspire us to give our best in our work and remind us that we are part of something bigger than ourselves—called to serve our fellow Filipinos and to share in the noble work of helping build our nation,” Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said.

The hymn was selected through the BIR Hymn Contest, launched earlier this year to find an original composition reflecting the Bureau’s mandate, core values, organizational culture, and role in nation-building.

The winning entry, “Ang Ating Sandigan,” was composed by Kent P. Victoria of the Large Taxpayers Service. During the Anniversary Program, the Large Taxpayers Service was recognized for the winning entry, the BIR Chorale performed the hymn live for the first time, and the official music video was launched.

The official BIR hymn is now played during the Bureau’s regular Monday flag ceremony, serving as a shared expression of the institution’s mandate, values, and commitment to public service.

19/08/2026

𝐁𝐈𝐑 𝟏𝟐𝟐𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐘: 𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐀𝐗 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐖𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐒

In this video presented during the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s 122nd Anniversary Program on July 31, held under the theme “Husay at Dangal ng Lingkod-Bayan ng BIR,” some of the country’s top business leaders and tax practitioners share their views on the improvements they have observed in BIR during the first seven months of the Bureau’s D.A.R.E.S. reform agenda.

San Miguel Corporation Chairman and CEO Ramon S. Ang; BDB Law Founding Partner, Chair, and CEO Benedicta Du-Baladad; Philippine Exporters Confederation President Sergio R. Ortiz-Luis Jr.; Bloomberry Resorts Corporation Vice President for Tax Management and Compliance Roderica B. Reyes-Muyon; and SGV & Co. Head of Tax Jules E. Riego discuss improvements they have observed in the audit process, faster transactions, and greater responsiveness to taxpayers and stakeholders.

19/08/2026

𝗕𝗜𝗥 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗦 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔 𝗥𝗨𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦, 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗟𝗘𝗫𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), through Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 91-2026 issued on August 11, 2026, clarified the rules on early withdrawals from Personal Equity and Retirement Accounts (PERA), providing clearer and fairer tax treatment while preserving PERA as a long-term retirement savings vehicle.

Under RMC No. 91-2026, the 20% Early Withdrawal Penalty (EWP) applies only to the gross income earned attributable to PERA assets actually withdrawn. Income, unrealized gains, and other PERA assets that remain invested are excluded from the penalty base. Proceeds from the sale or redemption of PERA investments that remain within the PERA custody account for reinvestment are likewise not considered an early withdrawal.

“Simply put, you can manage one part of your PERA without unnecessarily exposing the rest of your retirement portfolio to the early-withdrawal penalty. This gives investors more flexibility and greater certainty in managing their retirement savings,” Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said.

For partial withdrawals, the EWP applies only to the income attributable to the portion actually withdrawn. The investor’s other PERA sub-accounts and investments remain unaffected.

“For investors, this means withdrawing from one part of your PERA will not unnecessarily affect the rest of your portfolio. The remaining PERA investments stay intact, while the 20% early-withdrawal penalty and the recovery of the 5% tax credit apply only to the assets actually withdrawn,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

The RMC further clarifies the scope of PERA tax exemptions. Taxes not expressly covered by the PERA exemptions—including stock transaction tax, value-added tax, documentary stamp tax, applicable percentage taxes—continue to apply under existing law. PERA administrators remain responsible for computing, withholding, reporting, and remitting the applicable EWP.

The clarification forms part of the BIR's taxpayer-centric approach to reform under BIR DARES, particularly its push for clearer rules, more predictable tax administration, and improved taxpayer service.

“This is consistent with the direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Finance Secretary Frederick Go to improve the ease of doing business and strengthen investor confidence. Under BIR DARES, we are reviewing our rules with a taxpayer-centric approach—clarifying requirements, removing unnecessary uncertainty, and making tax administration more predictable,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

Read the full Revenue Memorandum Circular here:https://bir-cdn.bir.gov.ph/BIR/pdf/RMC%20No.%2091-2026%20corrected.pdf

19/08/2026

𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗚𝗢 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗕𝗜𝗥-𝗕𝗢𝗖 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗘𝗜𝗭𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗢 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗘𝗕𝗨

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue Region No. 13–Central Visayas, together with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) Port of Cebu, destroyed seized illicit to***co products and manufacturing materials on August 13, 2026, in an activity led by Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go.

The destruction covered 170,052 packs of illicit ci******es, 1,567 boxes and sacks of cigarette raw materials, and two production machines seized from various enforcement operations in Cebu, involving around P240 million in unpaid taxes and administrative penalties.

“I would like to commend the Bureau of Internal Revenue and the Bureau of Customs for all their efforts. It is not easy, but in the two months of June and July of this year, they were able to apprehend P1.7 billion worth of illicit products,” Secretary Go said, assuring both agencies of the Department of Finance’s full support in strengthening enforcement and holding those engaged in illegal activities accountable.

Secretary Go stressed that the campaign against illicit to***co is driven by both revenue protection and public health.

“There are really two reasons why we do this. First is that we have foregone revenues that could be used to help the programs of the government and help the people of the country. Second is also the health angle: when illicit to***co enters our shores, and our citizens unknowingly use these illicit products, there could be serious consequences to their health,” Secretary Go said.

BIR Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza commended the joint destruction activity and the efforts of Revenue Region No. 13–Central Visayas, led by Regional Director Douglas Rufino, together with the Bureau’s inter-agency enforcement partners. He also directed concerned BIR offices to ensure the swift and proper disposal of seized illicit to***co products as soon as seizure and forfeiture proceedings are completed.

“Once the proceedings are final, there should be no unnecessary delay in disposing of these illicit products. We will also continue working closely with the Bureau of Customs and our other enforcement partners to strengthen the campaign against illicit to***co, keep these products off the market, and hold those responsible accountable,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

The Bureau will pursue the filing of appropriate criminal cases arising from its enforcement operations. These enforcement actions form part of the Revenue Collection and Base Protection pillar of BIR DARES and the Bureau’s continuing campaign against illicit trade.

19/08/2026

𝗕𝗜𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗦 𝟭𝟮𝟮 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 “𝗛𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗟 𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗞𝗢𝗗-𝗕𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗜𝗥”

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) marked its 122nd Founding Anniversary with a week-long celebration from July 27 to August 1, 2026, bringing together its officials and employees, government and private sector partners, stakeholders, and families under the theme “Husay at Dangal ng Lingkod-Bayan ng BIR.”

“I truly believe that no anniversary theme could better capture the way our people have served and carried our reforms forward over these past several months,” Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said in his anniversary message.

The activities throughout the week gave concrete expression to the anniversary theme, reflecting the priorities of the BIR DARES reform agenda through programs focused on its people, public service, taxpayer education, integrity, modernization, and stronger institutional partnerships.

These included the mass oathtaking of 195 newly promoted Revenue Officials and employees, community outreach and blood donation activities, a nationwide taxpayer webinar, the launch of the Ethical Standards and Anti-Corruption Course for Revenue Officers (ESACOR), the Mid-Year Command Conference, the turnover of BIR office properties, and the signing of agreements with government and institutional partners.

The week’s highlight was the formal Anniversary Program on July 31, which gathered the BIR family, former officials, government partners, and private sector stakeholders for a Thanksgiving Mass, recognition activities, the Commissioner’s anniversary message, and the keynote address of Department of Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go.

Secretary Go commended the Bureau’s reforms and situated them within the broader tax agenda outlined by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in his State of the Nation Address—one that supports taxpayers while strengthening the revenue system.

“The direction for the BIR is clear. Keep listening, simplifying, and modernizing. Keep putting taxpayers at the center of every reform because the future of tax administration is measured by how much trust we earn,” Secretary Go said.

The program also recognized Revenue Officials, employees, offices, and partners whose work contributed to the Bureau’s accomplishments. Commissioner Mendoza acknowledged the many others across the Bureau whose contributions were no less important.

“We have every reason to be proud of what we have accomplished and of the strong foundation we have built for the work that still lies ahead,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

The Bureau also launched “Ang Ating Sandigan,” the official BIR Hymn, honoring the Bureau and the men and women who serve in it. Commissioner Mendoza said the hymn will now be played during BIR’s regular Monday flag ceremony.

The anniversary week concluded on August 1 with Pista ng Pamilyang BIR 2026, bringing together officials, employees, and their families for a Parade of Colors, games, food booths, and recognition activities. The day was dedicated to the men and women of the BIR and the families who support them.

As the BIR looks beyond its 122nd Anniversary and to the work ahead, Commissioner Mendoza’s message during the formal Anniversary Program offered a fitting call to the Bureau:

“Let us keep doing the most good we can, in the time we are given and in whatever capacity we are called to serve,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

19/08/2026

TINGNAN: Sa nakaaraang DZRH 2026 SONA Series interview ng Department of Finance (DOF) kasama si Cesar Chavez, ibinahagi ni Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go, kasama ang mga DOF Undersecretaries at ang mga Commissioner ng Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) at Bureau of Customs (BOC), ang mga repormang isinulong ng DOF sa ilalim ng administrasyong Marcos Jr. at ang mga inaasahang benepisyo nito para sa mga Pilipino.

19/08/2026

𝗕𝗜𝗥 𝟳-𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗪𝗢 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗦; 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗦 𝗚𝗢𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗬 𝗣𝟭𝟯.𝟱 𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) collected a total of P2.003 trillion from January to July 2026, surpassing the P1.990 trillion goal for the period by P13.53 billion or 0.68%.

The seven-month collection was also P102.60 billion higher than the same period last year, representing a 5.4% year-on-year growth.

Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said the BIR has already collected around 60% of its full-year collection target for 2026, reflecting improving taxpayer compliance and the sustained collection efforts of the Revenue Regions, Revenue District Offices, and the Large Taxpayers Service.

“We remain guided by the President’s directive to make government services more accessible to taxpayers, and by Secretary Frederick Go’s direction to make tax administration fairer and more efficient for businesses and investors,” he added.

For the month of July alone, BIR gross collections reached P358.44 billion, exceeding the P336.07 billion monthly target by P22.37 billion, or 6.66%. July collections were also P19.41 billion higher than the same month last year, posting 5.73% year-on-year growth.

“These results show that better taxpayer service, clearer rules, and effective enforcement can support stronger compliance and collection,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

Under its five-point reform agenda, BIR DARES, the Bureau continues to simplify tax rules and processes, expand digital services, improve taxpayer assistance, strengthen audit safeguards, and enforce tax laws against deliberate noncompliance. These reforms form part of the Bureau’s broader effort to improve compliance while protecting the government’s revenue base.

“We will continue helping taxpayers comply correctly and on time, while making sure that taxes properly due are collected fairly and efficiently,” Commissioner Mendoza said.

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