{"id":8274,"date":"2025-07-24T09:29:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T01:29:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3d-universal.com\/en\/?p=8274"},"modified":"2025-07-24T09:29:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T01:29:08","slug":"business-compliance-checklist-for-foreign-founders-in-the-philippines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3d-universal.com\/en\/blogs\/business-compliance-checklist-for-foreign-founders-in-the-philippines.html","title":{"rendered":"Business Compliance Checklist for Foreign Founders in the Philippines"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Business Compliance Checklist for Foreign Founders in the Philippines<\/h1>\n

A Step-by-Step Guide to Staying Legal and Operational in the Philippines<\/strong><\/p>\n

Starting a business in the Philippines is a strategic move for many foreign entrepreneurs\u2014especially in cities like Cebu, where the tech scene, English fluency, and affordable labor combine to create a fertile startup environment. But starting is only half the battle. To operate legally and sustainably, compliance<\/strong> is key.<\/p>\n

Failure to comply with local laws can lead to fines, business closure, visa problems, and reputational damage. Whether you\u2019re setting up a digital agency, SaaS startup, restaurant, or education platform, this detailed guide will walk you through the essential compliance steps\u2014from registration to ongoing obligations.<\/p>\n

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1. Entity Formation: Choose Your Structure<\/h2>\n

Foreigners can\u2019t just open shop under their own name in the Philippines. You must form a legal entity<\/strong> recognized by the government.<\/p>\n

Common Structures for Foreign Founders:<\/h3>\n
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    Domestic Corporation<\/strong> (most common)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Branch Office<\/strong> (extension of a foreign company)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Representative Office<\/strong> (non-revenue generating)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Partnership<\/strong> (only with Filipino majority ownership)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Most startups opt for a Domestic Corporation with 100% foreign ownership, if allowed by the Foreign Investment Negative List (FINL).<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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    2. SEC Registration (Securities and Exchange Commission)<\/h2>\n

    Step 1: Name Reservation<\/strong>
    Use SEC\u2019s Company Registration System (CRS) to check availability and reserve your business name.<\/p>\n

    Step 2: Prepare Documents<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Articles of Incorporation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      By-laws<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Treasurer\u2019s Affidavit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Proof of inward remittance (if foreign-owned)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Step 3: Capital Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        \u20b15,000 minimum for Filipino-owned<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        \u20b1200,000 USD equivalent<\/strong> for foreign-owned (can be reduced to \u20b1100,000 with special conditions like employing 50+ Filipinos or exporting 60% of output)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Step 4: Submit & Pay Fees<\/strong>
        Fees vary by capital size; registration takes 1\u20133 weeks depending on completeness.<\/p>\n

        Step 5: Receive SEC Certificate of Incorporation<\/strong>
        This document proves your business is legally recognized.<\/p>\n

        \n

        3. Local Government Registration (LGU)<\/h2>\n

        Once SEC registration is complete, register your business with the city or municipal hall<\/strong> where you operate (e.g., Cebu City Hall).<\/p>\n

        Key Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Barangay Clearance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Mayor\u2019s Permit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Business Permit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Sanitary Permit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Fire Safety Inspection Certificate<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Lease contract or land title<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          \ufe0f Permits must be renewed annually in January. Late renewal comes with penalties.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

          \n

          4. BIR Registration (Bureau of Internal Revenue)<\/h2>\n

          You must register with the BIR within 30 days<\/strong> after SEC registration or receiving your LGU permit.<\/p>\n

          Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          1. \n

            File BIR Form 1903 (Corporations)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

          2. \n

            Pay \u20b1500 Annual Registration Fee (Form 0605)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

          3. \n

            Buy & register Books of Account<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

          4. \n

            Apply for Authority to Print (ATP) or use Computerized Accounting System (CAS)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

          5. \n

            Get your Certificate of Registration (COR or BIR 2303)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

          6. \n

            Display the COR at your office<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            Failing to register or display the COR can result in closure orders.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

            \n

            5. Open a Corporate Bank Account<\/h2>\n

            Most banks require:<\/p>\n

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              SEC Certificate<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              COR from BIR<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Mayor\u2019s Permit<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Articles of Incorporation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Board Resolution to open the account<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Valid IDs of signatories<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Recommended banks for foreign startups:<\/p>\n

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                BPI<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                UnionBank (supports digital onboarding)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                BDO<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Security Bank<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                6. Register for Social Security, Health & Housing<\/h2>\n

                Once you hire employees (even just one), you must register as an employer with:<\/p>\n

                \n
                \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                Agency<\/strong><\/th>\nWhat It Covers<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                SSS<\/td>\nRetirement, sickness, disability benefits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                PhilHealth<\/td>\nPublic health insurance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                Pag-IBIG Fund<\/td>\nHousing and short-term loans<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
                \n
                <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
                \n

                All employers must contribute a matching share on top of employee contributions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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                7. Tax Compliance Requirements<\/h2>\n

                Philippine tax compliance is monthly, quarterly, and annual<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                7.1 Key Taxes for Corporations:<\/h3>\n
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                \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                Tax Type<\/strong><\/th>\nForm<\/strong><\/th>\nSchedule<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                Income Tax<\/td>\n1702Q\/1702RT<\/td>\nQuarterly & Annual<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                VAT or Percentage<\/td>\n2550Q \/ 2551Q<\/td>\nMonthly \/ Quarterly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                Withholding Tax<\/td>\n1601-C \/ 1601-E<\/td>\nMonthly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                Registration Fee<\/td>\n0605<\/td>\nAnnually, every January<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
                \n
                <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
                \n

                Corporations with less than \u20b15M net income and less than \u20b1100M assets enjoy a 20% corporate income tax under the CREATE law.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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                8. Employment Compliance<\/h2>\n

                Foreign founders hiring in the Philippines must comply with local labor laws:<\/p>\n

                8.1 Employment Contracts<\/h3>\n

                Must include salary, duties, benefits, work hours, probation period (max 6 months), termination clauses, and confidentiality terms.<\/p>\n

                8.2 Government Contributions<\/h3>\n

                Deduct employee share, remit employer share, and file monthly\/quarterly reports to:<\/p>\n

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                  SSS<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  PhilHealth<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Pag-IBIG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  BIR (for withholding taxes)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  8.3 Minimum Wage & Benefits<\/h3>\n
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                    Varies by region (e.g., Cebu: \u20b1435\u2013\u20b1468\/day)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Include 13th-month pay, holiday pay, and leave benefits<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    8.4 Dismissal Rules<\/h3>\n

                    Strictly regulated. Termination must be backed by due process or valid reason. Illegal dismissal can lead to penalties or reinstatement orders.<\/p>\n

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                    9. Immigration and Work Visa Compliance<\/h2>\n

                    As a foreign founder, you must legally reside and work<\/strong> in the Philippines. Tourist visas are not valid for employment or business operations.<\/p>\n

                    Options:<\/h3>\n
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                      9(g) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa<\/strong> \u2013 Requires sponsorship from your company<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      47(a)(2) Visa<\/strong> \u2013 For startups endorsed by BOI or PEZA<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Special Resident Retiree Visa (SRRV)<\/strong> \u2013 For older founders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Special Investor\u2019s Resident Visa (SIRV)<\/strong> \u2013 For investors with substantial capital<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                      Consult with an immigration lawyer or visa consultant to ensure the right permit is secured.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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                      10. Data Privacy Compliance<\/h2>\n

                      If your startup collects or processes user data (especially through apps or websites), you must comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012<\/strong> and register with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                      Requirements include:<\/p>\n

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                        Appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                        Conducting Privacy Impact Assessments<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                        Drafting a Privacy Manual & Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                        Registering with the NPC if processing sensitive or large-scale personal data<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                        11. IP and Contract Compliance<\/h2>\n

                        Ensure your business protects its intellectual assets:<\/p>\n

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                          Register trademarks with IPOPHL<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          Draft NDAs, service agreements, contractor contracts with IP assignment clauses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          Review website terms & privacy policies for compliance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                          Investors and partners will ask if your IP is truly owned by the company.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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                          12. Annual Reports & Renewal<\/h2>\n

                          Foreign-owned corporations must submit:<\/p>\n

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                            General Information Sheet (GIS)<\/strong> \u2013 Submitted to SEC annually<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Audited Financial Statements (AFS)<\/strong> \u2013 Submitted to SEC and BIR<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Annual Income Tax Return (1702-RT)<\/strong> \u2013 By April 15<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Mayor\u2019s Permit Renewal<\/strong> \u2013 Every January<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Non-compliance with reports leads to fines or revocation of licenses.<\/p>\n

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                            13. Special Compliance Notes for PEZA\/BOI Registered Entities<\/h2>\n

                            If your startup is registered with PEZA or the Board of Investments, you’re eligible for tax holidays and customs perks\u2014but must meet strict reporting standards.<\/p>\n

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                              Performance Reports<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Annual Renewal of Certification<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Export Compliance or Headcount Targets<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Physical Inspections<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                              14. Hiring a Local Compliance Team or Consultant<\/h2>\n

                              Don\u2019t go it alone. Foreign founders are encouraged to hire or outsource:<\/p>\n

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                                Corporate Secretary<\/strong> \u2013 Manages SEC filings<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                CPA or Tax Agent<\/strong> \u2013 Handles tax filing and audit prep<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                HR Officer<\/strong> \u2013 For payroll and employment rules<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Legal Counsel<\/strong> \u2013 For contract and regulatory issues<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                Working with professionals helps avoid costly mistakes and ensures smooth scaling.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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                                15. Sample Compliance Timeline (First 12 Months)<\/h2>\n
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                                \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                                Month<\/strong><\/th>\nAction<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                                1<\/td>\nSEC registration, LGU permits, BIR registration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                2<\/td>\nBank account setup, open books of accounts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                3<\/td>\nHire first employees, register with SSS\/PhilHealth\/Pag-IBIG<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                4<\/td>\nBegin tax filings (monthly), file first VAT or percentage tax<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                6<\/td>\nSubmit 2nd quarter tax filings, review employment contracts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                9<\/td>\nConduct privacy compliance audit, register with NPC (if needed)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                12<\/td>\nFile GIS and AFS, renew mayor\u2019s permit in January<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
                                \n
                                <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
                                \n

                                Conclusion: Stay Compliant, Scale Confidently<\/h2>\n

                                Launching a business in the Philippines as a foreign founder is entirely possible\u2014and potentially very rewarding\u2014but only if you treat compliance not as a burden but as a foundational asset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                With the right legal entity, permits, taxes, and employment processes in place, you\u2019ll build investor confidence, retain talent, and protect your long-term viability.<\/p>\n

                                When in doubt, work with local experts<\/strong>, stay ahead of deadlines, and use this checklist regularly to stay on track. In the Philippines, being compliant isn\u2019t just about following rules\u2014it\u2019s a competitive advantage.<\/p>\n

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                                Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n
                                \nCan foreigners fully own a business in the Philippines?<\/summary>\n

                                Yes, under certain conditions. 100% foreign ownership is allowed for businesses not listed in the Foreign Investment Negative List (FINL). Most consulting, tech, and export businesses qualify. Others, like retail or land ownership, may require Filipino majority ownership or special licenses.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nWhat are the capital requirements for a foreign-owned company?<\/summary>\n

                                Foreign-owned corporations typically require a minimum paid-in capital of USD $200,000. This can be reduced to $100,000 if the business involves advanced technology or employs at least 50 Filipino workers. BOI-registered enterprises may qualify for lower thresholds.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nDo I need to register with both SEC and the local government?<\/summary>\n

                                Yes. First, register your entity with the SEC. Then proceed to your city or municipality for business permits such as Barangay Clearance, Mayor\u2019s Permit, Sanitary Certificate, and Fire Safety inspection. Both levels of registration are mandatory.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nHow soon do I need to register with the BIR?<\/summary>\n

                                You must register with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) within 30 days of SEC or LGU registration. This includes obtaining your Certificate of Registration (COR), books of accounts, and official receipts.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nWhat tax filings are required for a new corporation?<\/summary>\n

                                Corporations must file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns. These include VAT or percentage tax, withholding tax, and income tax. You must also pay the annual registration fee and submit audited financial statements yearly.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nWhen do I need to register with SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG?<\/summary>\n

                                Once you hire at least one employee, you are required to register as an employer with these government agencies. You must also withhold and remit both the employer and employee shares of monthly contributions.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nIs a work visa required for foreign founders?<\/summary>\n

                                Yes. You cannot legally work in the Philippines on a tourist visa. Common options include the 9(g) employment visa, 47(a)(2) startup visa, or SIRV for investors. Consult with an immigration lawyer to determine the best option for your case.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nWhat is the General Information Sheet (GIS) and when is it due?<\/summary>\n

                                The GIS is an annual report submitted to the SEC, listing the company\u2019s officers, stockholders, and structure. It must be submitted within 30 calendar days from your annual stockholders’ meeting date.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nHow can I ensure data privacy compliance?<\/summary>\n

                                If you collect or process personal data, you must follow the Data Privacy Act of 2012. Appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO), register with the National Privacy Commission (NPC), and prepare a Privacy Manual and policy.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

                                \nDo I need a local accountant or corporate secretary?<\/summary>\n

                                Yes. Philippine corporations are required to appoint a Corporate Secretary and often rely on CPAs for BIR filings and financial statements. 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