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BOI Incentive Application in the Philippines: Procedure and Timelines
Learn how the BOI incentive application works in the Philippines, from registration requirements to the incentives a registered enterprise may enjoy.
Gaming System Provider Accreditation in the Philippines: PAGCOR Rules
How to get accredited as a gaming system provider in the Philippines: PAGCOR requirements, capital, fees, cash bond, and the step-by-step process.
Common Tower Companies in the Philippines: Registration and Regulatory Requirements
Setting up a common tower company in the Philippines? Learn the franchise, NTC, and registration requirements for passive telecommunications tower infrastructure.
Selling Online in the Philippines as a Foreign Seller: Requirements Under the Internet Transactions Act
Selling online in the Philippines as a foreign seller? Learn the registration, disclosure, and liability requirements under the Internet Transactions Act of 2023.
PAGCOR Player Registration and Site Distance Rules for Gaming Venues
PAGCOR rules on gaming site distance requirements and player registration ID cards, including 2018 amendments on exemptions and acceptable IDs.
Franchise Disclosure Requirements in the Philippines: What to Know Before DTI Registration
Understand franchise disclosure requirements in the Philippines before DTI registration, including the rules that protect franchisees under the Consumer Act.
How to Claim a PAGCOR Performance Cash Deposit Refund: Requirements
File a PAGCOR performance cash deposit refund using EG Form No. 40 (Form No. EGLD-691) and the documentary checklist for your accreditation type.
DMW License Renewal Requirements: A Step-by-Step Guide for Recruitment Agencies
A practical guide to DMW license renewal requirements for recruitment and manning agencies, covering who may apply, the requirements, and the process.
Export Documentation Philippines: Requirements and Certification Steps
Export documentation in the Philippines starts with the export declaration under the CMTA, plus clearances for regulated or restricted goods before shipment.
Redundancy Program Philippines: Requirements and Employer Checklist
A redundancy program in the Philippines must meet Labor Code requirements on written notice, fair criteria, and separation pay. Here is the employer's checklist.
Discharge Permit Philippines: Clean Water Act Requirements for Facilities
Facilities that discharge regulated effluent need a discharge permit under the Philippine Clean Water Act. Learn who must apply and what the permit covers.
AML Compliance for Internet Gaming Licensees in the Philippines: A PAGCOR Guide
Learn the AML/CTPF compliance requirements PAGCOR imposes on Philippine internet gaming licensees, from AMLC registration to the MTPP and compliance officer.
PAGCOR Gaming Supplier Accreditation in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Companies
How foreign companies can secure PAGCOR gaming supplier accreditation in the Philippines, from SEC registration to probity checks and documentary requirements.
Franchise Supply Chain and Sourcing Requirements in the Philippines
Understand franchise supply chain and sourcing requirements in the Philippines, from product standards to consumer protections under Philippine law.
Hiring Foreign Nationals in the Philippines: Work Permit Requirements
Hiring foreign nationals in the Philippines requires an employment permit from the Department of Labor, plus an AEP and visa. Here is what employers must file.
PAGCOR Application Kit Requirements in the Philippines: What Applicants Must Submit
PAGCOR application kit requirements in the Philippines: the forms, documentary requirements, and filing steps for gaming venue, poker room, and service provider applicants.
Digital Bank License Philippines: Requirements, Capital and How to Apply
How to get a digital bank license in the Philippines: BSP Circular 1105 requirements, the P1.0 billion capital rule, and the current application window.
Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign Corporations in the Philippines
Does the Philippines impose a minimum capital requirement on foreign corporations? Learn what the Revised Corporation Code and the Foreign Investments Act actually say.
Remittance Company License Philippines: How to Register an RTC with the BSP
How to get a remittance company license in the Philippines: BSP registration, capital requirements, fees, and documentary steps for RTCs under the M-Regulations.
Import Permit Requirements in the Philippines: When You Need One
Import permit requirements in the Philippines depend on whether your goods are free, regulated, or prohibited under the CMTA. Here is how to check.
Pawnshop Registration Philippines: Requirements and Rules Under the SRC
Pawnshop registration in the Philippines requires SEC registration and a permit to sell securities. Learn the requirements and the risks of operating without one.
Telecommunications Franchise in the Philippines: Requirements and How to Obtain One
Need a telecommunications franchise in the Philippines? Learn the requirements, the congressional franchise process, and the NTC permits you must secure.
SEC Registration in the Philippines: Requirements, Steps, and Fees
Learn the SEC registration requirements in the Philippines, the steps to incorporate, and what documents you need under the Revised Corporation Code.
PAGCOR Accreditation for Data Streaming Providers: Requirements and Process
How data streaming providers secure PAGCOR accreditation: eligibility, documentary requirements, fees, timelines, and compliance duties under the DSP framework.