Doing business in Philippines: Construction Permission
Obtain a Geotechnical study / Soil test Agency: Private firms BuildCo will request a soil boring test for the structural calculations for the foundation. While the soil test is not…
Doing business in Philippines: Property Registration
Check against encumbrances and obtain certified true copy of the land title from the Register of Deeds (RD) Agency: Register of Deeds The lawyer goes to the Registry of Deeds,…
Doing business in Philippines: Immigration Application
Visa Types Temporary Visitor’s Visa for Business Purposes – 9 (a) Temporary Visitor’s Visas are available to individuals coming to the Philippines for business, pleasure or health reasons. The processing…
Doing business in Philippines: Employment Regulations
Employment Regulations The Labour Code of the Philippines (Labour Code) represents the comprehensive legislation, regulating employment relationships in the Philippines and applies to foreign nationals as well as locals, working…
Doing business in Philippines: Taxation and Payroll
Tax Figures Corporate Income Tax 30%, calculated on taxable profit. Income Tax Rate Payroll Tax 1.16%-1.19% (per employee per month). The Payroll Tax is separated from employer social security. For…
Doing business in Philippines: Business Formation
Notarize articles of incorporation and treasurer's affidavit at the notary Agency: Notary According to Section 14 and 15 of the Corporation Code, articles of incorporation should be notarized before filing…
