# BIR Reporting Checklist
Managing BIR compliance is crucial for every business operating in the Philippines. With multiple tax forms and deadlines to monitor throughout the year, staying organized is essential to avoid penalties and ensure smooth operations. This guide provides a comprehensive checklist of BIR reports, their filing schedules, and which ones are supported by SweldoNow, our cloud-based payroll system. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or an experienced business owner, this resource will help you stay on top of your compliance requirements.
# BIR Compliance Checklist
| BIR Report | Filing Start Date | Due Date | Available in SweldoNow? | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual Books of Accounts Registration | Before start of Tax Year | Before start of Tax Year | No | Includes General Ledger and General Journal. Must be registered before the start of the tax year. |
| Authority to Print | - | - | No | For new companies: File immediately after securing your BIR Certificate of Registration. For existing companies: File before invoices run out. |
| BIR Form No. 0605 - Annual Registration Fee | Jan 1 | Jan 31 | No | Payment for the annual registration fee. |
| 1601C for Jan | Feb 1 | Feb 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Feb | Mar 1 | Mar 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Mar | Apr 1 | Apr 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| BIR 1603-Q - 1st Quarter | Apr 1 | Apr 30 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1603-Q for details. | Quarterly withholding tax remittance for fringe benefits. |
| 1702Q - 1st Quarter | Apr 1 | Apr 10 | No | Quarterly income tax return. |
| 1601C for Apr | May 1 | May 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for May | Jun 1 | Jun 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Jun | Jul 1 | Jul 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| BIR 1603-Q - 2nd Quarter | Jul 1 | Jul 31 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1603-Q for details. | Quarterly withholding tax remittance for fringe benefits. |
| 1702Q - 2nd Quarter | Jul 1 | Jul 10 | No | Quarterly income tax return. |
| 1601C for Jul | Aug 1 | Aug 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Aug | Sep 1 | Sep 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Sep | Oct 1 | Oct 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| BIR 1603-Q - 3rd Quarter | Oct 1 | Oct 31 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1603-Q for details. | Quarterly withholding tax remittance for fringe benefits. |
| 1702Q - 3rd Quarter | Oct 1 | Oct 10 | No | Quarterly income tax return. |
| 1601C for Oct | Nov 1 | Nov 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Nov | Dec 1 | Dec 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| 1601C for Dec | Jan 1 | Jan 10 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1601-C for details. | Monthly withholding tax remittance. Refer to Generating 1601C for details. |
| BIR 1603-Q - 4th Quarter | Jan 1 | Jan 31 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1603-Q for details. | Quarterly withholding tax remittance for fringe benefits. |
| 1702Q - 4th Quarter | Jan 1 | Jan 10 | No | Quarterly income tax return. |
| 1604C for | Jan 1 | Jan 31 | Yes. See Generating BIR 1604-C for details. | Annual summary and alphalist of withholding taxes on compensation. |
| 2551Q for Q4 2024 | Jan 1 | Jan 25 | No | Quarterly percentage tax return. |
| 1702 - Annual Corporate Income Tax | Jan 1 | On or before the 15th day of the 4th month following the close of the taxpayer's taxable year | No | Annual income tax return for corporations. |
| BIR 2316 | Jan 1 | Jan 31 | Yes. See Generating BIR 2316 for details. | Annual income tax return for employees. |
| AFS - Audited Financial Statements | Jan 1 | Apr 30 | No | Submit AFS as part of the annual ITR filing if gross revenue exceeds ₱3 million or as required. |
Important: Filing deadlines may vary depending on weekends or holidays. Always confirm with the official BIR calendar for accurate dates. Failing to file on time may result in penalties.
SweldoNow simplifies your payroll processing and compliance tasks, allowing you to focus on growing your business. By integrating features for generating common BIR forms like 1601C, 1603Q, 2316, and 1604C, we ensure that filing reports becomes a seamless experience. If you need assistance or have specific compliance requirements, our support team is here to help. Empower your business with SweldoNow and stay compliant effortlessly!