Do Freelancers Need to Register Their Business in the Philippines?
If you're working independently as a writer, designer, virtual assistant, or any type of remote service provider, you might be wondering: "Do freelancers need to register in th...
Top Reasons Entrepreneurs in the Philippines Choose Virtual Offices (And How It Helps Them Grow)
Starting and growing a business in the Philippines isn’t easy, especially when you’re working with a lean budget or operating remotely. That’s why more and more entrepren...
Domestic Corporation vs Resident Foreign Corporation: What’s Best for Doing Business in the Philippines?
Foreign entrepreneurs and companies continue to seek the Philippines for its skilled and English-speaking population, growing consumer base, and strategic access to other Asian...
Is Business Registration Required for Online Sellers in the Philippines?
In a time where selling online has become a go-to livelihood or side hustle for many Filipinos, one big question keeps popping up: Is business registration required for online ...
11 FAQs on Digital Service Tax: What Local and Foreign Service Providers Need to Know
In case you missed it, digital services in the Philippines are now subject to 12% Value Added Tax (VAT) by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). If you’re a digital servic...
What Does BSP Mean by Operator of Payment System? (And Why It’s Relevant in Fintech)
The financial technology (fintech) sector in the Philippines is booming. From 2021 to 2024, the number of fintech companies increased by over 50%, from 216 to 335, according to...
Why Your Business Might Not Qualify for PEZA/BOI Registration (And What to Do Instead)
Companies doing business in the Philippines can get tax breaks and other non-fiscal incentives from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and the Board of Investments (...
5 BIR and SEC Regulations Every Company in the Philippines Should Know in 2025
Since the start of 2025, there’s been quite a few regulatory updates involving the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). If you ru...
5 Frequently Asked Questions About Business Registration in the Philippines
Let’s be real for a moment. Registering a business in the Philippines can get tedious and confusing real fast. For several years now, we’ve assisted thousands of local b...
10 Profitable Business Ideas You Can Start in the Philippines (2025)
Business remains resilient in the Philippines. Despite the country’s gross domestic product growth at 5.6% in 2024, just a tad below the government’s target of 6%, there ar...