Business Registration Service Provider in the Philippines

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Launch your dream business in the Philippines today — choose FilePino for fast and efficient business registration service!

Whether you’re a foreigner or a local, an individual or a business entity, we can guide you through the complex requirements and processes of business registration in the Philippines.

Extensive Industry Experience

Extensive Industry Experience 

With over 10 years of industry experience and expertise in company formation and business registration, we have developed strategies to streamline processes.

Complete Business Registration Services

Complete Business Registration Services 

We want our clients to experience an entirely hassle-free business registration so we cover everything, from SEC registration to employer registrations with statutory agencies.

Service Excellence and Professionalism

High Service Excellence and Professionalism

We keep every aspect of our transactions as straightforward as possible and ensure utmost professionalism and service excellence throughout the business registration process.

Guaranteed Legal and Technical Compliance

We are committed to ensuring that all business registration permits and licenses are fully compliant with legal processes and standards, giving our clients peace of mind as they confidently launch their businesses.

Our Business Registration Services

We, at FilePino, specialize in company formation and business registration in the Philippines. Our comprehensive suite of top-tier business registration services include: 

Company Formation Consultation

With our in-house team of business consultants and corporate lawyers, we can discuss with you all the legal, technical, and capital requirements of company formation and business registration. We can also help you choose the right business structure, explore tax incentives, and provide tailored advice for a successful start of your business. 

SEC/DTI/CDA Registration

Whether you’re planning to register a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, cooperative, or offshore branch office, we need to have it registered first with the appropriate government regulatory body — Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) or Cooperative Development Authority (CDA). Read more >>   

Business Permits (Barangay and Mayor’s Permits)

Once we obtain the registration certificate, we then proceed to secure the necessary business permits — barangay business permit and mayor’s permit — from the local government units (LGUs) having jurisdiction over the registered business address. This ensures that your business complies with the local regulations and ordinances. Read more >> 

BIR Registration

We understand that taxation is a big concern in establishing a business. To address this, we offer tax consultation services where our certified accountants can discuss your tax obligations based on your line of business before we proceed to the business registration with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) for the issuance of a Certificate of Registration (COR). Read more >> 

Employer Registrations (SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG Fund)

We want you to launch your business in no time and hire the talents who will be your partners through the success of the venture. To support this, we can also assist you in obtaining registration certificates from the three social security and statutory agencies — Social Security System (SSS), Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), and Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-IBIG Fund). Read more >>  

Special Licenses

As a leading and trusted company formation and business registration service provider in the Philippines, we have a thorough grasp of local corporate laws, including the additional and special licenses required for various types of businesses. These licenses and accreditations may include: 

[a] PEZA Accreditation. This special accreditation with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) offers valuable business opportunities, such as investment and tax incentives, regulatory support, access to infrastructure, and export promotion. 

[b] BOI Accreditation. Similar to PEZA Accreditation, Board of Investments (BOI) Accreditation provides special incentives and benefits, such as tax holidays, priority sector support, enhanced market access, and additional investment opportunities.

[c] FDA Registration. This product and company registration with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is mandatory for businesses involved in the production, distribution, or sale of regulated products, such as food, medicines, cosmetics, and medical devices. 

[d] BOC Accreditation. This special accreditation with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) is required for businesses engaged in the importation and exportation of goods for compliance with customs regulations and smooth business transactions. 

[e] POEA Accreditation. This accreditation with the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) is mandated for recruitment agencies and employers who wish to deploy Filipino workers abroad. This ensures that overseas employment is safe, legal, and beneficial for Filipino workers.

[f] PCAB License. This additional license issued by the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) is required for contractors and subcontractors and subcontractors to meet the standards of competency, financial stability, and technical expertise in the local construction industry.  

[g] PhilGEPS Registration. This registration with the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) is advantageous to suppliers and contractors looking to participate in bidding processes for government projects. 

[h] DOLE PEA License. This special license issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) allows private employment agencies (PEAs) to engage in recruitment and placement of workers for local employment. 

[i] DOLE 174 Registration. This registration is mandated by DOLE for job or service contractors and subcontractors to ensure that businesses engaged in contracting services comply with labor laws and protect the rights of workers. 

Business Registration FAQs

For your additional information, check out these frequently asked questions and their answers:

What Business Structures Can I Register in the Philippines?

Local and foreign entrepreneurs and investors may register sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations (including one person corporations, or OPCs), cooperatives, branch and representative offices, and headquarters. Foreign nationals and entities, however, have specific requirements and industry limitations as defined by Philippine laws.

Can I Process My Business Registration Online?

There have been ongoing digitization efforts in the Philippine government, as part of R.A. 11032 or “Ease of Doing Business Act.” Although many agencies have introduced and implemented online systems, many still require in-person processing of registrations or a combination of in-person and online processes. 

What Happens If I Fail to Register My Business?

Failure to register a business can have serious consequences, such as legal penalties and sanctions imposed by the government authorities. Without the essential permits and licenses, the business may also have restricted access to resources and opportunities and    

How Long Does It Take to Process the Business Registration?

Based on the recent business registration transactions, the entire process from SEC registration to employer registrations with the statutory agencies can take around three (3) to four (4) months. However, this may be shortened or extended depending on particular circumstances.  

Why Do You Need Expert Assistance in Business Registration?

Generally, business registration in the Philippines is characterized by complex regulations, bureaucratic intricacies, and extensive documentary requirements. Foreign nationals or entities, in particular, may find the process confusing, often resulting in mistakes and delays. 

With expert assistance, however, the registration process can be streamlined, effectively  addressing potential bottlenecks, obtaining permits and licenses promptly, and ensuring timely launch of the business.

Ready to Process Your Business Registration in the Philippines? 

Arrange an initial consultation with our business registration specialists today! Call us at (02) 8478-5826 (landline) or 0917 892 2337 (mobile) or send an email to info@filepino.com.

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Ready to establish your business in the Philippines? Let FilePino guide you through every step — from streamlined business registrations to regulatory compliances — all hassle-free!

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