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Known Participant
June 8, 2025
Question

Will I expect a higher bill next month?

  • June 8, 2025
  • 2 replies
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Hi all! I'm Lanz. I purchased a monthly Photoshop subscription for myself, and I would like to know if I can expect an increase on my next bill. I'm from the Philippines , and there's a new law that states all digital services (including Adobe) will see a 12% rise in value-added tax (VAT) starting June 2025.  

I saw the guide on how to update a tax ID, but I think it's not available if I'm from the Philippines. Suppose it only works in other countries. 

With that being said, will my next bill be = subscription fee + 12% added tax?

2 replies

Shivangi_Gupta
Community Manager
Community Manager
June 9, 2025

Hi Lanz,

Thank you for reaching out. I can confirm that you currently have a 9-day-old monthly subscription to Adobe Photoshop. Based on the details in your account, the pricing set at the time of purchase will remain the same for your next billing cycle. There are no changes reflected.

Please rest assured that there should be no unexpected changes to your subscription charges. However, if you notice any discrepancies in your billing, don’t hesitate to let us know. We’re here to help.

 

^Shivangi

Known Participant
June 9, 2025

Hi. Thank you for your reply.  May I ask if Adobe is compliant with each country's tax law? For example, my country, the Philippines, has this new tax law that states that digital services, including Adobe, will have to charge additional 12% VAT to their customers for purchases or renewal of services if they chose a subscription service.

 

I wish to know if such a thing may happen so that I can be prepared for it. Thank you.

Participant
June 27, 2025

Yes. I'm already experiencing the 12% tax. Even on spotify, netflix etc. Even games! When i purchase a promo and pay via Gcash, the deduction on my account is higher compared to what it used to be.

kglad
Community Expert
Community Expert
June 8, 2025

about 30 days prior to renewal you''ll receive an email from adobe with the updated cost.  check your spam folder, too.

Known Participant
June 8, 2025

Thank you for your reply.  As of now, I have not received such an update.  My next bill shall be on June 30.

kglad
Community Expert
Community Expert
June 8, 2025

when's your plan renew?