THE Makati City government has extended the deadline for the assessment and payment of business permits, licenses, and real property taxes, offering taxpayers and business owners additional time to settle their financial obligations.
The local Sangguniang Panlungsod has approved City Ordinance No. 2026-002, which extends the deadline for the assessment of business permits without penalty from Jan. 20 to Jan. 26, 2026.
“We recognize that many of our business owners and property taxpayers are still completing their requirements. This extension gives them reasonable time to comply without penalties, while allowing the city to continue delivering programs and services that benefit all Makati residents,” Mayor Nancy Binay said in a statement.
Meanwhile, the deadline for the payment of business licenses without penalty has been moved to Feb. 2, 2026. Payments can be made from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
In addition, Makati taxpayers may still avail of the 10 percent discount on real property tax payments until Feb. 2, 2026; also from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mayor Binay emphasized that the extension reflects the city government’s commitment to being responsive to its constituents while ensuring the continuity of public services.
She clarified that all other existing rules, regulations, and penalties provided under relevant laws and ordinances remained in full force and effect.
