Philippines Tax Guide
In 2026, the top personal income tax rate in the Philippines is 35% and the corporate tax rate is 25%. Checked against official guidance on 12 October 2026.
- Personal income
- 35%
- Corporate
- 25%
At a glance
| Personal income tax (top rate) | 35% |
|---|---|
| Corporate tax | 25% |
| Capital gains | Unlock with Signal |
| Crypto tax | Unlock with Signal |
| Dividend tax | Unlock with Signal |
| Rental income tax | Unlock with Signal |
| Residency threshold (days) | Unlock with Signal |
| Special tax regime | No |
Source: official guidance· last verified 12 Oct 2026
Informational only. Not tax or financial advice. Verify with a qualified professional before you act.
Philippines residency rule
Philippines residency is determined by a combination of physical presence and personal ties: day count, habitual abode, centre of vital interests, and treaty tie-breakers. Heed tracks the full rule and counts the days for you.
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Philippines tax, common questions
Is the Philippines a tax haven?
The Philippines is not generally classified as a tax haven, though specific regimes and bilateral treaties may still create planning opportunities. Heed tracks the Philippines's rules across multiple jurisdictions so you can compare in context.
What is the income tax rate in the Philippines?
The top personal income tax rate in the Philippines is 35%. Effective rates vary by income level, residency status, and applicable regime. Heed maintains the live rate alongside the legislative changes that move it.
Does the Philippines tax cryptocurrency?
Crypto taxation in the Philippines varies by holding period, activity type, and residency. Heed maintains the current rate and surfaces changes the day they are announced. The headline rate is available inside the Heed dashboard on Pro and above.
How long do I need to stay in the Philippines to become tax resident?
Tax residency in the Philippines is determined by a combination of physical presence and personal ties: day count, habitual abode, centre of vital interests, and treaty tie-breakers. Heed counts the days for you and warns before you cross. The full residency rule, including the day threshold and rolling window, is available on Pro and above.
Does the Philippines have a digital nomad visa or special regime?
Visa and regime options in the Philippines evolve frequently. Heed tracks the live legislative feed across Asia-Pacific and surfaces every relevant change to your profile.
How does Philippines compare with other Asia-Pacific jurisdictions?
Heed ranks Philippines alongside every other jurisdiction in Asia-Pacific on personal income tax, capital gains, crypto, residency thresholds, and treaty network. See the full live comparison inside the Tax Rankings tool.
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