Real Property Tax Payment Philippines: How to Pay Online and In-Person
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About This Guide
This guide is based on current procedures and requirements. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official sources
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Paying Real Property Tax (RPT) in the Philippines is handled by your city or municipal treasurer. You can pay online (widely via Link.BizPortal or your LGU's payment system) or in-person at the treasurer's office. Below are clear, practical steps and a quick checklist so you can finish payment fast.
Quick checklist - what to bring or have ready
- Assessed Real Property (ARP) number or Tax Declaration number
- Latest Assessment Notice or tax bill (if available)
- Owner's valid ID (government-issued)
- Proof of ownership (Title or Tax Declaration), if requested
- Official Receipt (OR) or transaction reference for records after payment
- For online: active email, mobile number, and debit/credit card or e-wallet details
How to pay RPT online (step by step)
- Confirm where your LGU accepts online payments. Check your city/municipal website or call the Treasurer's Office. Many LGUs use Link.BizPortal.
- Prepare information: ARP number, amount due from your assessment notice, and owner details.
- Visit the LGU payment portal or Link.BizPortal. Create an account if required.
- Select "Real Property Tax" and enter ARP number and amount due. Verify the assessment to avoid under/overpayment.
- Choose a payment method: bank transfer, GCash/Maya (if supported), credit/debit card, or over-the-counter partner banks.
- Complete the payment and save the confirmation page and receipt (download OR or transaction reference).
- If you need a hardcopy OR for transactions, check with your LGU how to request/claim it. Some LGUs email receipts automatically.
Tips:
- Pay before the LGU's deadline to avoid penalties. Check your LGU for discounts or early-payment rules.
- If the portal doesn't show your property, contact the Local Treasurer to confirm your ARP record.
How to pay in-person (step by step)
- Go to your City/Municipal Treasurer's Office. Bring your ARP number, assessment notice, valid ID, and proof of ownership if needed.
- Fill out any required payment slip or form at the cashier.
- Pay the total due. Ask about installment options if you cannot pay in full (some LGUs allow installments).
- Get the Official Receipt (OR). Keep it safe - it's proof of payment.
What to expect in-person:
- Lines during peak months (start of year). Consider going early or checking if the LGU offers appointment systems.
- Staff can help verify unpaid balances and penalties.
Common issues & quick fixes
- Amount on portal differs from your bill: contact the Treasurer's Office to reconcile.
- No ARP number visible online: confirm that your property is correctly recorded with the Assessor's Office.
- Lost receipt: request a duplicate OR from the Treasurer's Office (process varies by LGU).
When to pay and penalties
- Real property tax schedules, discounts, and penalties vary by LGU. Always check your city/municipal website or call the Treasurer's Office for exact due dates, possible early payment discounts, and penalty rates for late payments.
Keep records
Save ORs, emailed receipts, and transaction references for at least a few years - useful for proof of payment, property transactions, and tax reconciling.
Paying RPT doesn't have to be complicated. Use your LGU's online options for convenience, or visit the Treasurer's Office with the checklist above to finish in person quickly.
