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Certificate of Candidacy in the Philippines: Requirements and Grounds for Denial
Certificate of candidacy requirements in the Philippines: who must file, when to file, what happens upon filing, and how COMELEC rules on disqualification.
PEZA Registration in the Philippines: Requirements for Locators
PEZA registration requirements in the Philippines explained: who may register, how the process works, and the incentives locators can expect under RA 7916.
PAGCOR Shipment Clearance for Gaming Equipment: Requirements and Process
Learn the PAGCOR shipment clearance requirements for importing gaming equipment, including the EG Form No. 11, fees, documents, and processing steps.
Tax Refund Procedure in the Philippines: How to Claim from the BIR
A step-by-step guide to the BIR tax refund procedure in the Philippines, including documentary requirements, deadlines, and when to appeal to the CTA.
VAT Zero-Rating for Export Enterprises in the Philippines: Rules and Requirements
Learn how VAT zero-rating works for export enterprises in the Philippines, including the 70% export sales threshold, covered sales, and refund rules.
Corporate Compliance Calendar Philippines: SEC, BIR, DOLE and NPC Deadlines
Track your Philippine corporate compliance calendar: SEC reportorial requirements, BIR registration and invoicing rules, DOLE reports, and NPC data privacy duties.
Bank Merger and Consolidation in the Philippines: BSP Approval Requirements
Bank merger or consolidation in the Philippines needs BSP approval plus SEC approval. Learn the documentary requirements and stockholder vote rules.
How to Get an Electronic Money Issuer (EMI) License in the Philippines
Learn how to get an electronic money issuer license in the Philippines: who must apply, BSP requirements, capital rules, and post-license duties.
Franchise Transfer in the Philippines: Consent, Requirements, and Process
Learn how franchise transfer works in the Philippines, including the consent requirement, contract restrictions, and the corporate approvals needed to assign rights.
Foreign Investment in Philippine Retail Under the RTLA: Rules and Requirements
Foreign investment in Philippine retail is governed by the Retail Trade Liberalization Act, which sets capital thresholds, equity limits, and qualifications for foreign retailers.
PAGCOR Remote Gaming Platform Regulatory Framework: What Operators Must Know
A plain-language guide to PAGCOR's Revised Regulatory Framework for the Remote Gaming Platform, covering who may operate, requirements, and standards.
Money Service Business License Philippines: BSP Registration Rules
How to register a money service business in the Philippines with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, including BSP requirements, fees, and capital rules.
Internet Gaming Licence Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Applicants
How a foreign corporation can obtain an internet gaming licence in the Philippines, including PAGCOR eligibility rules, documentary requirements and the local gaming agent.
Board Meeting Requirements in the Philippines: Quorum, Notice, and Minutes
Learn the legal requirements for board of directors meetings in the Philippines, including quorum, notice, and minutes under the Revised Corporation Code.
Restaurant Permit Requirements Philippines: A Step-by-Step Licensing Guide
Restaurant permit requirements in the Philippines start with the LGU business permit, then FDA and fire clearances. Here is the step-by-step licensing path.
Halal Certification Philippines Export Requirements Under R.A. 10817
Halal certification for Philippine exports is governed by R.A. 10817. Learn the three mandatory requirements, the Halal Board, and the Philippine Halal Logo.
PAGCOR Requirements for Destruction and Decommissioning of Gaming Equipment
How PAGCOR-enrolled suppliers and licensees secure approval for the destruction or decommissioning of gaming equipment, including forms, deadlines, and documents.
Business Permit Requirements Philippines: A Complete Guide for 2025
Learn the business permit requirements in the Philippines, including local business tax, barangay clearance, and renewal deadlines for new and existing businesses.
Privacy Notice Requirements in the Philippines: What the Data Privacy Act Requires
Privacy notice requirements in the Philippines flow from the Data Privacy Act and its IRR: tell people what data you collect, why, and how their rights work.
Fintech Regulation in the Philippines: BSP Rules and Licensing
Fintech regulation in the Philippines is shaped by BSP rules, the E-Commerce Act, and the Data Privacy Act. Learn the key legal requirements here.
Data Breach Notification Deadline in the Philippines: NPC Rules and Requirements
What is the data breach notification deadline in the Philippines? Learn the NPC's 72-hour rule, who must report, and how notification works under the Data Privacy Act.
Data Protection Officer Philippines: Appointment and Duties Under the DPA
Learn the data protection officer Philippines requirements, including appointment criteria and duties under the Data Privacy Act and its IRR.
PhilGEPS Registration Requirements: What Suppliers Need to Join and Bid
PhilGEPS registration requirements explained: the single electronic procurement portal, its role in bidding, and how suppliers qualify to join government procurement.
Representative Office Philippines Requirements: How Foreign Firms Can Set Up
Learn the representative office Philippines requirements, including SEC licensing, the $50,000 annual inward remittance, and what a representative office may and may not do.