


Instead, a web-based IR56 Forms Preparation Tool (“Preparation Tool”), which does not require installation and is more user-friendly, has been provided to employers to prepare the electronic records of forms IR56B and IR56FĮxisting Users of IRD IR56B Software Version 4.1 and 4.2

IRD IR56B Software Starting from April 2019, the IRD IR56B Software is no longer available for employers to download. To facilitate the distribution of the IR56 forms prepared by the Preparation Tool to employees, employers can either print the IR56 forms or export a soft copy of the forms.įor details on how to use the Preparation Tool, please read User Guide of IR56 Forms Preparation Tool. After successful uploading of the data file, the Authorized Signer only needs to sign and submit the paper Control List (with Transaction Reference Number and QR code) generated by the system together with paper form BIR56A (if applicable) in order to complete the submission process. Under the Mixed Mode, employers can designate a person to upload the data file to the Department. The data file so prepared can be submitted to the Department either via the “ Online Mode” (Login of the eTAX / "iAM Smart+" Account by an Authorized Signer is required) or the “ Mixed Mode” (Login of the eTAX / "iAM Smart+" Account is NOT required) of the ER e-Filing Services. The Preparation Tool can be used by employers without any installation process.Įmployers can designate a person to use the Preparation Tool to prepare the IR56B or IR56F data file online anytime.

The IR56 Forms Preparation Tool (“Preparation Tool”) is a web-based application developed by the Department to provide a convenient way for employers to prepare up to 800 sets of IR56B or IR56F record in one single data file. Applicants can check the status and result of their applications through this online e-service. Starting from, employers can apply for preparation of IR56 Form(s) in accordance with the Department’s requirements specifications by using self-developed software through an online e-service.Į-Acknowledgement and e-Approval will be sent to the applicants via email.
