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About

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Regulated by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) under the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Act. Aims to enhance tax compliance, reduce fraud, and increase transparency in business transactions.

Implementation Timeline

Date	Requirement	Details
July 1, 2022	Introduction of E-Invoicing for Large Taxpayers	E-invoicing became mandatory for large taxpayers and exporters, requiring them to submit electronic invoices and receipts through the Electronic Invoicing/Receipting System (EIS)
2025 (Planned)	Expansion to All VAT-Registered Taxpayers	The BIR plans to roll out e-invoicing requirements to all VAT-registered taxpayers nationwide

Who Needs E-Invoices?

E-invoicing in the Philippines is required for:

Large Taxpayers: Entities classified as large taxpayers by the BIR.
Exporters: Required for businesses exporting goods or services.
VAT-Registered Businesses: Planned expansion to all VATregistered entities by 2025.
Non-Resident Businesses: Required for taxable transactions if VAT-registered in the Philippines.

E-Invoicing vs. E-Billing

Aspect	E-Invoicing	E-Billing
Purpose	Compliance with BIR regulations	Informal or customer-facing transactions
Format	Real-time via EIS	Not validated
Usage	XML-based format via EIS	Flexible, non-regulated formats
Archiving	Required for 10 years	Optional

Key Features of the Philippines’ E-Invoicing System

The Philippines’ e-invoicing system involves:

Submission via EIS: Invoices must be submitted in XML format through the BIR’s EIS platform.
Validation: The BIR validates invoices and assigns a unique Invoice Reference Number.
Archiving: E-invoices must be digitally stored for 10 years as per tax laws.

E-Invoicing Dataset

E-invoices in the Philippines include the following critical data:

Buyer/Seller IDs: Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN).
Invoice Details: Number, date, and payment terms.
Goods/Services: Descriptions, quantities, unit prices, and VAT details.
Taxes: Applicable VAT rates and amounts.
Transaction Info: Total payable amount, currency, and payment method.
Digital Signature: Ensures authenticity and integrity of the invoice.

E-Invoicing Across Transaction Types

B2B Transactions:

Mandatory for VAT-registered businesses to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
E-invoices streamline VAT refunds and facilitate efficient record-keeping.

B2C Transactions:

Not mandatory but encouraged for improved transparency and customer trust.

B2G Transactions:

E-invoicing is mandatory for transactions with government entities to ensure compliance and transparency.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Non-compliance with the Philippines’ e-invoicing regulations may result in:

Fines: PHP 10,000–100,000 (€160–€1,600) per violation.
Operational Challenges: Rejected invoices can disrupt payments and business operations.
Legal Risks: Increased audits and reputational damage for repeated violations.

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