Prepare RELIEF and Alphalist DAT files, generate BIR Form 2307 and Form 2316 certificates — all in one modern web workspace built for accountants, bookkeepers, and Philippine businesses.
RELIEF SLSP · Alphalist QAP · Form 2307 · Form 2316
Four essential tools in one platform — from VAT summary listings to withholding certificates and employee tax forms.
Summary List of Sales & Purchases
Generate validated-ready DAT files for quarterly SLSP — sales, local purchases, and importations under BIR's RELIEF enforcement program.
For VAT-registered taxpayers filing quarterly SLSP
Quarterly Alphalist of Payees (QAP)
Prepare alphalist DAT files for expanded withholding, final withholding, and compensation withholding — aligned with BIR Alphalist Module v7.4 format.
For withholding agents and tax practitioners
Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld
Generate Form 2307 certificates for expanded and creditable withholding tax — the document payees need to claim tax credits on their income tax returns.
For businesses paying contractors, suppliers, and professionals
Certificate of Compensation Payment
Issue annual compensation certificates for employees — supporting substituted filing and employee income tax compliance for the calendar year.
For HR, payroll teams, and employers
From data entry to BIR-ready output in three straightforward steps.
Input transaction details, payee information, or compensation records using guided forms — or import from your existing spreadsheets and accounting records.
Export BIR-compliant DAT files for RELIEF and Alphalist submissions, or generate print-ready PDF certificates for Form 2307 and Form 2316.
Run generated DAT files through the official BIR Validation Module, then submit via eSubmission to esubmission@bir.gov.ph or your RDO's prescribed channel.
Whether you manage one company or dozens of clients, BIR Online Tools streamlines the repetitive work of tax file preparation.
Prepare multiple client filings faster — RELIEF SLSP, alphalists, and withholding certificates in one workspace.
Stay compliant with VAT summary listings and contractor withholding without desktop-only BIR software bottlenecks.
Issue Form 2307 on schedule and file quarterly alphalists with accurate payee-level detail.
Generate Form 2316 certificates for annual employee tax reporting and substituted filing workflows.
Common questions about BIR DAT files, tax certificates, and this platform.
A RELIEF DAT file is the electronic format for submitting the Summary List of Sales and Purchases (SLSP) under BIR's Reconciliation of Listings for Enforcement (RELIEF) program. VAT-registered taxpayers use it to report quarterly sales, purchases, and importations for cross-matching with BIR records. The file is validated with the BIR Validation Module and submitted via eSubmission to esubmission@bir.gov.ph.
An Alphalist DAT file is the prescribed electronic format for the Quarterly Alphalist of Payees (QAP). Withholding agents file it together with remittance returns such as BIR Form 1601-E (expanded withholding), 1601-F (final withholding), or related schedules. The BIR Alphalist Data Entry and Validation Module v7.4 is the official reference format.
Yes. Generated DAT files should be validated using the official BIR Validation Module before eSubmission. Validation confirms format compliance and, for EFPS users, appends the required validation key. BIR Online Tools helps you prepare files faster, but final validation with BIR's official module remains required.
Withholding agents must furnish BIR Form 2307 (Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld at Source) to payees on or before the 20th day of the month following the close of the taxable quarter in which withholding was made, or earlier upon the payee's request.
Employers must issue BIR Form 2316 to employees on or before January 31 of the following year, or on the day of the last payment of compensation if employment ends earlier. Employers submit the annual information return (BIR Form 1604-C) with scanned copies of Form 2316 to the BIR on or before February 28.
VAT-registered taxpayers must submit quarterly Summary Lists of Sales and Purchases when they reach BIR threshold limits. Even zero-transaction quarters require a nil SLSP submission — a "no transaction" letter alone is not accepted. SLSP complements the quarterly VAT return (BIR Form 2550Q).
Yes, if the employee received purely compensation income from only one employer during the calendar year and taxes were correctly withheld. In that case, the employer-filed Form 2316 serves as the employee's income tax return. Employees with multiple employers or other income sources must file their own return and attach Form 2316.
No. BIR Online Tools is an independent third-party web application designed to help taxpayers and practitioners prepare BIR-related DAT files and tax certificates. It is not affiliated with the Bureau of Internal Revenue. Always validate DAT files with the official BIR Validation Module before submission.
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Get started freeBIR Online Tools is a web workspace for Philippine tax compliance — generate BIR-compliant DAT files, alphalists, and tax certificates from your browser. Open the app to start, or browse guides and articles below.
Every module below matches a section in the BIR Online Tools app sidebar. Sign in once, set your company profile, and move between tools without leaving the workspace.
The app dashboard shows your active company, upcoming filing reminders, and quick links to every BIR tool. Company profiles pre-fill TIN, registered name, and address across DAT files and certificates.
Prepare Quarterly Alphalist of Payees (QAP) DAT files for withholding agents — payee-level listings with TIN, ATC, income nature, amounts paid, tax rate, and tax withheld. Output aligns with the BIR Alphalist Data Entry and Validation Module format.
| Form | Use |
|---|---|
| Form 1601E | Expanded withholding — monthly creditable income tax remittances (attached to BIR Form 1601-EQ) |
| Form 1601F | Final withholding — monthly final tax, fringe benefits, and exempt payees (attached to BIR Form 1601-FQ) |
| Form 1621 | Tax withheld on amounts withdrawn from a decedent’s deposit account |
Generate Summary Alphalist of Withholding Taxes (SAWT) DAT files attached to income tax and VAT returns — monthly and quarterly schedules for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
| Form | Use |
|---|---|
| Form 1700 | Annual income tax return — individuals with purely compensation income |
| Form 1701Q | Quarterly income tax return — individuals, estates, and trusts |
| Form 1701 | Annual income tax return — individuals, estates, and trusts |
| Form 1702Q | Quarterly income tax return — corporations and partnerships |
| Form 1702 | Annual income tax return — corporations and partnerships |
| Form 2550M | Monthly VAT declaration — large taxpayers |
| Form 2550Q | Quarterly VAT return |
| Form 2551Q | Quarterly percentage tax return |
| Form 2553 | Income tax return — corporations and partnerships exempt from income tax |
Build RELIEF DAT files for the quarterly Summary List of Sales and Purchases (SLSP) under BIR’s Reconciliation of Listings for Enforcement program. Supports nil (zero-transaction) quarters and output ready for the BIR Validation Module and eSubmission.
| Module | Use |
|---|---|
| Sales | Quarterly summary of sales to regular and casual buyers, including output tax |
| Purchases | Quarterly summary of local purchases and input tax from suppliers |
| Importations | Quarterly summary of importations — dutiable value, landed cost, and VAT paid |
Annual alphalist of employees for BIR Form 1604-C — minimum wage earners (MWE) and non-MWE compensation records. Coming soon in the app.
| Schedule | Use |
|---|---|
| 1604C MWE | Minimum wage earners compensation alphalist |
| 1604C Non-MWE | Non-minimum wage earners compensation alphalist |
Annual alphalist of payees for expanded withholding — Schedules 3 (non-exempt) and 4 (exempt). Coming soon in the app.
| Schedule | Use |
|---|---|
| Sched 3 Non-Exempt | Non-exempt payees under expanded withholding |
| Sched 4 Exempt | Exempt payees under expanded withholding |
Generate official withholding and compensation certificates for payees and employees — print-ready PDF output.
| Tool | Use |
|---|---|
| Form 2307 | Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld at Source — expanded and creditable withholding |
| Form 2307 Report | Summary report of issued Form 2307 certificates |
| Form 2307 Bulk | Bulk generation of Form 2307 certificates |
| Form 2316 | Certificate of Compensation Payment/Tax Withheld for employees |
Read our guide: What Is BIR Form 2307?
Store registered name, TIN, branch code, and address in Company Info. The active company profile pre-fills DAT headers and certificate fields across every module. Switch between multiple client companies from the sidebar.
Every generated DAT file can be saved to the DAT Repository for the active company. Browse, download, and manage past outputs — regenerating the same return overwrites the previous file.
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