When you register at the BIR as a remote worker, one of the requirements is a Community Tax Certificate or a Cedula.
A Cedula serves as a secondary ID as proof of identification and residence. The Cedula can be obtained from the local city hall or municipality and is valid for 1 year.
Eligibility
So who is eligible to get a Cedula? You can get one if you are
- An inhabitant of the Philippines who is 18 years or older.
- Individuals who are salaried employees for at least 30 consecutive working days during any calendar year.
- An inhabitant of the Philippines who is engaged in a business or occupation.
- An inhabitant of the Philippines who owns real property with a collective assessed value of Php 1,000 or more.
- An inhabitant of the Philippines who is required by law to file income tax returns.
Requirements
Requirements for the Cedula vary depending on the municipality. For most municipalities, you must have the following:
- A valid government-issued ID
- Community tax declaration form (they provide on-site)
- Copy of payslips (if you have these)
Steps to Secure a Community Tax Certificate or Cedula
So how do you secure your Cedula? Here are 4 simple steps:
Step 1: Visit your city hall or municipal hall in your area of residence or business.
Step 2: Present a valid government-issued ID and fill out the form.
Step 3: Pay the CTC Fees.
The amount would depend on your current income. Roughly, it would amount to PHP 5 plus PHP 1 for every PHP 1,000 you earn.
The amount won’t exceed Php 5,000.
Step 4: Sign the required copies and wait for your Cedula to be issued.
They’ll usually issue your cedula within the day. That’s it!
Now that you have your Cedula, you can use it to register your remote working practice in the BIR.
However, if you don’t have an online job yet, it’s better to register when you already have one. You can sign up with Remote Staff for the best remote working opportunities for Filipinos.
Remote Staff can even assist you with your BIR registration – as well as provide other statutory benefits (SSS, PhilHeath, and PAGIBIG).
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