If you need assistance with business registration, taxation, employment, social security, investment, or other corporate matters, you may contact the following Philippine government agencies through their official channels.
Below is a directory of key government agencies relevant to businesses operating in the Philippines.
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulates corporations, partnerships, and securities-related activities in the Philippines. It handles company registration, corporate compliance, and other matters involving registered entities.
Hotline: 1-4SEC (1-4732)
Website: https://www.sec.gov.ph/
Contact page: https://www.sec.gov.ph/contact-us/
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) supports business development, trade, consumer protection, and business name registration for sole proprietorships.
Customer Contact Center: 1-DTI (1-384)
Mobile: 0917-834-3330 (SMS only)
Trunkline: (02) 7791-3100
Email: ask@dti.gov.ph
Website: https://www.dti.gov.ph/
Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) administers national tax laws and handles taxpayer registration, tax returns, tax payments, and other tax compliance matters.
Customer Assistance Hotline: (02) 8538-3200
Trunklines: (02) 8981-7000 / (02) 8929-7676
Email: contact_us@bir.gov.ph
Website: https://www.bir.gov.ph/
Philippine Social Security System (SSS)
The Social Security System (SSS) administers social security benefits and contributions for covered private-sector employees, self-employed individuals, and other eligible members.
Hotline: 1455
Email: usssaptayo@sss.gov.ph
Website: https://www.sss.gov.ph/
Contact page: https://www.sss.gov.ph/contact-us/
Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF / Pag-IBIG Fund)
The Home Development Mutual Fund, commonly known as Pag-IBIG Fund, provides savings programs and housing-related financing services to eligible members. Employers also need to comply with applicable membership registration and contribution requirements.
Hotline: (02) 8724-4244
Email: contactus@pagibigfund.gov.ph
Website: https://www.pagibigfund.gov.ph/
Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth)
PhilHealth administers the National Health Insurance Program and handles member registration, employer obligations, premium contributions, and health insurance benefits.
Hotline: (02) 8662-2588
Smart mobile hotlines: 0998-857-2957 / 0968-865-4670
Globe mobile hotlines: 0917-127-5987 / 0917-110-9812
Website: https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) oversees labor standards, employment policies, workplace regulations, and labor-related concerns. Businesses can consult DOLE for guidance on employment requirements and labor compliance.
Hotline: 1349
Trunkline: (02) 8527-3000
Website: https://dole.gov.ph/
Contact page: https://dole.gov.ph/contactus/
Board of Investments (BOI)
The Board of Investments (BOI) promotes investments in the Philippines and provides information on investment opportunities, incentives, and applicable registration procedures for qualified enterprises.
Telephone: (02) 8897-6682
Website: https://boi.gov.ph/
Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) facilitates investments in economic zones and administers registration and regulatory requirements for eligible enterprises operating within its jurisdiction.
Head Office trunklines:
(02) 8551-3451
(02) 8551-3487
(02) 8551-3430
(02) 8551-3435
(02) 8891-6444
Website: https://www.peza.gov.ph/
Telephone directory: https://www.peza.gov.ph/telephone-directory
Embassy of the United States in Manila
The U.S. Embassy in Manila provides consular services, visa information, and assistance to U.S. citizens. Businesses and foreign nationals may consult its official website for relevant consular and visa-related inquiries.
Website: https://ph.usembassy.gov/
For current telephone numbers, appointment procedures, and emergency contact information, refer to the embassy’s official contact page.
Important Reminder
Government agency contact numbers, email addresses, and service procedures may change. Before calling or submitting documents, check the relevant agency’s official website to confirm its latest contact information and requirements.
For businesses operating in the Philippines, keeping track of registration, tax, employment, and statutory contribution requirements helps support ongoing compliance and efficient operations.
