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Bureau of Customs(BOC): News Customs Modernization and Tariff ActAugust 1, 2017 - Manila, Philippines - Under Republic Act No. 10863 or the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA), sending of balikbayan boxes by Qualified Filipinos While Abroad (QFWA) to their families and relatives is exempt from payment of duties and taxes up to three (3) times and not exceeding Php 150,000 in a calendar year.
OFW’s with valid DFA-issued passports, certified by DOLE and POEA for overseas employment. This includes Filipinos under Job contracts that do not require certification from DOLE or POEA.
Non-resident Filipinos with permanent residency abroad but retained Filipino citizenship.
Resident Filipino Citizens that may include holder of student visa, investor’s visa, tourist visa and similar visas which allow them to establish temporary stay abroad.
Source: Bureau of Philippine Customs (BOC)
Associated Links: Tax Free Balikbayan Box, Information Sheet, Frequently Ask Questions
OFW’s with valid DFA-issued passports, certified by DOLE and POEA for overseas employment. This includes Filipinos under Job contracts that do not require certification from DOLE or POEA.
Non-resident Filipinos with permanent residency abroad but retained Filipino citizenship.
Resident Filipino Citizens that may include holder of student visa, investor’s visa, tourist visa and similar visas which allow them to establish temporary stay abroad.
Source: Bureau of Philippine Customs (BOC)
Associated Links: Tax Free Balikbayan Box, Information Sheet, Frequently Ask Questions
