Local and International Taxation Law

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Mandatory E-Invoicing in the Philippines: Why You Must Transition to the BIR Electronic Sales Reporting System by 2026

Prepare for mandatory electronic invoicing and the Electronic Sales Reporting System under RR No. 11-2025 before 2026 deadlines disrupt billing.

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Bypassing Excessive LGU Taxes: Why the 2% RBE Local Tax (RBELT) Protects Your Company from Arbitrary Assessments

RBELT under the CREATE MORE Act (RA 12066) caps LGU taxes at up to 2% of gross income during ITH/EDR, improving LGU local business tax predictability.

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Importing Capital Equipment Duty-Free Before SEC Registration

Learn duty-free importation of capital equipment using a performance bond under CREATE MORE while registration is pending, to reduce customs delays.

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How to Minimize Withholding Taxes on Cross-Border Dividends

Learn how a tax treaty relief application supports reduced dividend withholding tax under a double taxation agreement for Philippine remittances.

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How to Prepare a BIR-Compliant Transfer Pricing Document

Transfer pricing documentation in the Philippines: how to support related party transactions, meet BIR audit expectations, and justify arm’s length pricing.

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How to Conduct Legal Due Diligence for a Philippine Acquisition:

Legal due diligence for a Philippine acquisition: detect labor and tax liabilities, manage PCC risk, and use reps, indemnities, and escrows.

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