BIR requires 5-year accreditation for e-invoicing providers
Source: Inquirer
Published on: 2026-10-14 18:13
MANILA, Philippines -- The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has mandated electronic invoicing service providers (ESPs) to obtain a five-year accreditation and has implemented measures to prevent excessive fees and vendor lock-in. Under Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 110-2026, the BIR mandates that ESPs secure accreditation before they can deploy electronic invoicing solutions commercially, and it will review this accreditation annually. READ: BIR allows firms to build or buy e-invoicing systems ESPs must renew their accreditation at least 60 days before its expiration, as failure to maintain accreditation may result in the suspension of the ESP's system. According to the BIR, the accreditation requirements cover information security, system reliability, data protection, and business continuity. Accredited ESPs must also have verifiable experience, sufficient financial capacity, and...
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