Something to Look Forward to: BOC to Implement Higher Tax Exemptions on Balikbayan Boxes!

Good news to Balikbayans, OFWs, and tourists! The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is set to implement higher tax exemptions for Balikbayan boxes brought in by Pinoys and tourists, starting December 2016.  As a matter of fact, as early as October 2016, the BOC will no longer impose taxes on hand-carried pasalubong items not exceeding Php