TIN Verification 2026: How to Check or Find Your TIN
Quick answer
Checking your TIN is free. Look first at your payslip, your BIR Form 2316 or your ORUS account. If you cannot find it, call the BIR hotline at (02) 8538-3200, email contact_us@bir.gov.ph, or visit your Revenue District Office (RDO) with a valid ID. Never pay anyone online to "look up" your TIN.
What are the requirements?
- One valid government ID showing your name, birth date and address.
- Your full name, birth date and address as you gave them when you registered.
- For email requests: a clear scan of your ID.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TIN verification or inquiry | PHP 0 | Hotline, email or RDO |
| Digital TIN ID | PHP 0 | Generated in ORUS; shows your TIN |
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. Check your old payslips and BIR Form 2316
Most employers print your TIN on both.
2. If you have an ORUS account, log in at orus.bir.gov.ph
Your TIN appears in your profile. You can also generate a free Digital TIN ID there.
3. If you still cannot find it, email contact_us@bir.gov.ph
Give your full name, birth date and address, and attach a scan of your ID.
4. Wait for BIR's reply before you apply for anything new
Walk-in
1. Go to your RDO, the one covering your home or employer when you registered
2. Show your valid ID at the Client Support Section
3. Ask for a TIN inquiry
The officer searches the BIR registration records for your name and birth date.
How long does it take?
- Payslip, Form 2316 or ORUS: right away.
- RDO: usually on the same visit.
- Hotline: during the call, once your identity is confirmed.
Where do you apply?
Call (02) 8538-3200, email contact_us@bir.gov.ph, or visit your RDO. You can find your RDO in the office directory on bir.gov.ph.
- Apply on the official website: https://www.bir.gov.ph/contactus
What are the common problems and how do you fix them?
You do not know if you ever had a TIN
Verify first. Many people got a TIN through their first employer.
Two TINs found
Ask your RDO to cancel the extra TIN. Having more than one TIN is not allowed.
Old name, address or RDO on record
File a registration update (BIR Form 1905) with your RDO before you generate a Digital TIN ID.
ORUS login problems
Paid "TIN verification" services online
Avoid them. BIR does not charge for this, and such sites can misuse your data.
Frequently asked questions
How can I check my TIN online?
Log in to ORUS if you have an account, or email contact_us@bir.gov.ph with your details and a scan of your ID.
Is TIN verification free?
Yes. BIR charges nothing for TIN inquiries or for the Digital TIN ID.
Can I call BIR to get my TIN?
Yes. Call the BIR hotline at (02) 8538-3200 and be ready to confirm your name, birth date and address.
Is my TIN on my payslip?
Often, yes. It also appears on the BIR Form 2316 your employer gives you each year.
Can I get a new TIN if I forgot my old one?
No. You keep one TIN for life. Verify your old TIN instead of applying again.
How do I update my TIN record?
File BIR Form 1905 at the RDO where you are registered. Some updates, like your email address, can be sent to the RDO by email.
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