When is 13th month pay given?

On or before December 24 each year. Some companies pay half in May or June and the rest in December.

Do I get it if I resigned?

Yes. You get a pro-rated amount for the months you worked that year, usually with your final pay.

Not up to ₱90,000 a year, counted together with your other bonuses. Only the amount above ₱90,000 is taxed.

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How much your 13th month pay is, pro-rated to the months you worked, and how much of it is tax-free.

Your 13th month pay₱25,000

Due on or before December 24. It’s yours even if you resigned or were let go: it’s pro-rated to the months you worked.

13th month pay = total basic salary earned this calendar year ÷ 12 (Presidential Decree 851).
Basic salary only: allowances, overtime, holiday pay and commissions don’t count unless your company includes them.
It’s tax-free up to ₱90,000 together with other bonuses; anything above is added to your taxable income.

Rates as of October 2026. These are estimates for an ordinary employee, not tax or legal advice; your payslip and the agencies have the final word.

When is 13th month pay given?: On or before December 24 each year. Some companies pay half in May or June and the rest in December.
Do I get it if I resigned?: Yes. You get a pro-rated amount for the months you worked that year, usually with your final pay.
Is 13th month pay taxed?: Not up to ₱90,000 a year, counted together with your other bonuses. Only the amount above ₱90,000 is taxed.

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