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BIR Registration for Online Sellers in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Online sellers in the Philippines must register with the BIR before starting business. Here is the step-by-step BIR registration process under RR No. 7-2024.
Internet Transactions Act Compliance in the Philippines: What Online Sellers Must Know
Internet Transactions Act compliance in the Philippines requires online merchants, e-retailers, and e-marketplaces to follow RA 11967 rules on disclosures, redress, and data privacy.
Data Privacy Obligations of Philippine Online Sellers Under the Data Privacy Act
Online sellers in the Philippines must follow the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and the Internet Transactions Act when handling customer data. Here is what the law requires.
DTI and BIR Registration for an Online Seller in the Philippines
How online sellers in the Philippines register with the DTI and the BIR, including deadlines, certificates, invoicing, and posting rules under RR No. 7-2024.
E-Commerce VAT in the Philippines: Rules for Online Sellers Under RA 12023
E-commerce VAT in the Philippines now covers digital services and online marketplaces. Learn who must register, withhold, and remit under RR No. 3-2025.
Internet Transactions Act Philippines (R.A. 11967): What Online Sellers Must Know
R.A. 11967, the Internet Transactions Act of 2023, sets new rules for online sellers in the Philippines. Learn obligations, liabilities, and compliance steps.