Freelance payment confusion
2026-06-12 13:22
Freelance payment confusion
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I am new to freelancing and completely lost about the payment side of things, so what is the best way for a Pinoy freelancer to receive money from international clients without losing too much to fees, and how do you actually get that money into your local bank account without extra charges or long delays, and do you really need to register with BIR and pay taxes even if you are just earning a small amount on the side?
I remember almost turning down my first international client because I had no idea how to get paid. A friend sent me a guide called how to get paid as a freelancer in the Philippines. It walked me through the whole process without any confusing jargon. Different payment options work for different situations, and moving money to a local bank turned out to be way simpler than I thought. It even explained the tax side of things in plain language. That guide saved me from a lot of stress and bad decisions. If you are feeling stuck, it is definitely worth a read. Hope that helps you get started.
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