BIR Filing 101: Anong Tax Forms ang Dapat Mong I-file as a Freelancer or Small Business?
Introduction:
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Don’t worry — di ka nag-iisa!
Maraming freelancers, online sellers, at small business owners ang nalilito sa mga dapat i-file na BIR forms. Kaya sa blog na ito, we at NumberWorks will break it down in simple Taglish, para klaro lahat.
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Ano ang mga Common BIR Forms?
Here are the top tax forms na kailangan mong i-file kapag registered ka na as self-employed, sole proprietor, or professional:
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Form 2551Q – Percentage Tax
For non-VAT registered businesses with annual gross sales of ₱3M and below.
Quarterly Filing (on or before the 25th after each quarter)
Form 1701Q – Quarterly Income Tax Return
Para sa mga freelancers, professionals, or sole proprietors.
Filed 3 times a year: May, August, November
Form 0605 – Payment Form
Ginagamit for annual registration fee (₱500 every January).
Also used for penalties or voluntary payments.
Form 1601C – Withholding Tax on Compensation
Kung may empleyado ka na may sahod, ito ang kailangan mong i-file monthly.
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Common Questions ng Clients Namin:
“Kailangan ba kahit maliit lang kita ko?”
Yes, kung registered ka na, kailangan mo pa ring mag-file kahit “No Income.” Para iwas penalty.
“Pwede bang online?”
Yes! Through BIR’s eFPS or eBIRForms. Pero we recommend getting help para sure na tama ang filing mo.
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NumberWorks Tips:
Track income and expenses monthly — mas madali kapag filing season
Mag-ingat sa deadlines — BIR penalties are no joke (₱1,000 up to 25% of tax due)
Don’t file late even if zero income — masakit sa wallet ang penalties
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Need Help with Tax Filing?
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2551Q and 1701Q guide