Overview
The Electronic Bureau of Internal Revenue Forms (eBIRForms) was developed to provide taxpayers with an easier and more convenient way of preparing and filing tax returns. The use of eBIRForms enhances the BIR's tax return data capture and storage, improving efficiency and accuracy. Through the Offline eBIRForms Package, taxpayers and Accredited Tax Agents (ATAs) can fill out tax returns offline and submit them online through the eBIRForms System.
Offline eBIRForms Package
The Offline eBIRForms Package is a tax preparation software that enables taxpayers and ATAs to complete tax forms without an internet connection. This replaces the traditional manual method of filling out pre-printed tax forms, which is prone to errors.
With this package, users can:
Encode tax data directly
Validate, edit, save, delete, and view tax returns
Automatically compute values
Print tax returns
Submit completed forms to the Online eBIRForms System
Download the latest Offline eBIRForms Package v7.9.4.2 here.
Online eBIRForms System
The Online eBIRForms System allows users to submit tax returns electronically. It provides the following features:
Secure user accounts for taxpayers, ATAs, and Tax Software Providers (TSPs)
Automatic penalty computation for late submissions
Capability for ATAs to file on behalf of clients
Certification system for TSPs' tax preparation software
To eFile your tax returns using eBIRForms:
Fill out the required tax form.
Validate the details entered.
Click the “FINAL COPY” button to complete submission.
Forms Covered by eBIRForms
The eBIRForms package includes 36 BIR Forms, categorized into various tax types:
Income Tax Returns
1700 - Annual Income Tax Return (Individuals, Compensation Income Earners)
1701 - Annual Income Tax Return (Self-Employed, Estates, Trusts)
1702-EX, 1702-MX, 1702-RT - Annual Corporate Income Tax Returns
1702Q - Quarterly Corporate Income Tax Return
Withholding Tax Forms
1601-C - Monthly Remittance Return of Income Taxes Withheld on Compensation
1601-E, 1601-F - Monthly Remittance of Creditable/Final Withholding Taxes
1604-CF, 1604-E - Annual Information Returns
Excise Tax, VAT, and Percentage Tax Forms
2550M, 2550Q - Monthly & Quarterly VAT Returns
2551M, 2551Q - Monthly & Quarterly Percentage Tax Returns
2200 Series - Excise Tax Returns (Alcohol, Petroleum, Mineral Products, Tobacco)
Other Tax Forms
0605 - Payment Form
1706, 1707 - Capital Gains Tax Returns
1800, 1801 - Donor’s and Estate Tax Returns
2000, 2000-OT - Documentary Stamp Tax Returns
For a complete list of forms, visit the BIR eBIRForms portal here.
Conclusion
Filing taxes no longer needs to be a complicated process. With eBIRForms, taxpayers can prepare and submit tax returns more efficiently. Whether using the Offline eBIRForms Package for form preparation or the Online eBIRForms System for submission, this digital solution streamlines tax compliance in the Philippines.
Download the latest eBIRForms software here and start filing your tax returns with ease!