Steam to implement 12% VAT in PH starting June

Steam to implement 12% VAT in PH starting June

Steam is set to implement a 12% value-added tax (VAT) in the Philippines starting June 1.

Steam to impose 12 percent VAT on games in PH starting June

Steam has updated its tax Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) revealing there will be a 12 percent VAT for its games in the Philippines.Steam logoHigher PC Game prices this June 2025Yes, you read that right, that means there will be a slight bump in the price when you buy games on Steam starting June 2025. Additionally, the 12 percent VAT will also apply to purchases made on the Steam Workshop.Why did this happen?This change was a result of the VAT…

Steam Games & Digital Purchases In The Philippines Will Be Subjected To 12% VAT

Bad news for digital game buyers in The Philippines. According to recent government taxation news in the Southeast Asian country, all Steam purchases and other online game store purchases in the Philippines will be subjected to 12% Value-Added Tax (VAT). This new addition will take place starting 1st June 2025 (via Reuters). This also applies to streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Videos (and Amazon online store), Disney, and Alphabet/…

Steam will soon charge a 12% VAT on all game purchases in the Philippines

Pinoy gamers will see increased PC game prices soon as Steam will charge a 12% VAT on all purchases in the Philippines beginning this June.

Steam Faces 12% VAT in the Philippines Starting June 2025 - One More Game

Valve has announced that starting June 1, 2025, Steam purchases in the Philippines will be subject to a 12% value-added tax.