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How to Get a Certified True Copy of Your BIR Documents

Documents1 min readUpdated May 25, 2026

Banks, agencies, and partners sometimes ask for a certified copy of your BIR documents. The BIR can certify records relating to your registration. Here is how to request one.

What can be certified

You can request a certification from the BIR for documents relating to your registration, such as your Certificate of Registration (COR), your Authority to Print (ATP), or your TIN card.

Where to request

Make the request at the Revenue District Office where you are registered. A certification fee and a documentary stamp tax generally apply.

The exact amounts are set by the rules, so confirm the current charges before you go.

Good to know

Bring identification and any reference details about the document you need certified.

Ask AskOnward for the current requirements and charges for a certification request.

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Frequently asked questions

What BIR documents can be certified?
Documents relating to your registration, including your Certificate of Registration (COR), Authority to Print (ATP), and TIN card.
Where do I request a certified copy?
At the Revenue District Office where you are registered.
Is there a fee for a BIR certification?
Yes. A certification fee applies, along with a documentary stamp tax. Ask AskOnward for the current amounts.

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This guide is for general information and is not affiliated with the government. For official forms and the latest rules, see the Bureau of Internal Revenue at bir.gov.ph.