The BIR Certificate of Registration (COR) is a required document for all licensed professionals who have been granted a license under the Philippine Regulatory Commission, non-licensed professionals like freelancers or individuals with alternative digital careers like social media influencers, partnerships, sole proprietorships, cooperatives, and corporations. It serves as proof that you’re complying with BIR, and that you have the legal rights to operate as a business in the Philippines.
Here are some FAQs about COR:
What if a I have TIN, will that suffice?
No. A COR is different from your TIN but you need to a acquire a TIN first to get a COR.
Why do I need to get a COR as an ESL teacher?
A part-time ESL Teacher in our company is not considered as a regular employee. You are considered as an Independent Contractor (Freelancer) who is providing services to the company. As an Independent Contractor, you need to register yourself first before you can provide your services legally. This is where the COR comes in. The COR is your proof that you are legally working as a Freelancer. When we say legally, it means you are filing and paying your taxes properly.
I have a full-time job, will that affect my employment?
No. However, it is important to inform your employer if you intend to work as a freelancer, as your existing contract may contain clauses restricting such engagements. Additionally, your employer will no longer handle your tax filings, necessitating the consolidation of all income and taxes withheld from both your employer and clients. Essentially, you will assume the responsibility of filing your taxes.
Do I have to inform my employer before becoming a freelancer and getting a COR?
Yes. Your employer needs to know if you will be working as a freelancer since your contract with them might have a provision that prohibits you from working as one. Furthermore, your employer can’t file your taxes on your behalf anymore since you need to consolidate all of your earnings and taxes withheld by your employer and clients. All of your income from various sources must be combined, together with any taxes deducted by your clients and employer
Can I not have a COR, if I have a full-time job?
No. You are still required a Certificate of Registration (COR). If you are employed and considering freelancing as an additional stream of income, you would be classified as a mixed income earner, as you receive income from various sources like employment, professional services, business ventures, and side projects.
Can my employer still file my taxes on my behalf?
No. As a mixed income earner, you need to file your own taxes. You have to consolidate all of your earnings from the different sources, as well as tax withheld by your employer and clients.
Other ESL companies is not requiring COR, but why is Unhoop?
Please be advised that Unhoop Philippines is a legit company operating in the Philippines and is only following what the BIR office has instructed to our good office.
I have an existing COR, will that suffice?
If the line of business is not an Online English Tutor, as long as it is updated and is willing to add teaching as a line of business that is fine. Whereas, if the line of business is Online English Tutor is updated and renewed, that is fine as well.
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