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Note: Know which type of Partnership best fits your business. It has two types, namely: General, wherein you share in unlimited liability and obligation, and Limited, where liability varies depending on your capital contribution. After that, proceed with the next steps:

1. Log on to SEC’s website, and create an account on the Company Registration System (CRS).
   
2. Once logged in, verify if your business name is available.

   Note: A validated name is subject to further evaluation by SEC processors. Confirmed business names can be reserved for up to 30 days with the SEC. The reservation fee is P100, payable at any Landbank branch.

3. Proceed with providing your company information. Define whether your business is located in an economic zone, and indicate your principal office address.
4. Accomplish and upload the following documents:
   • Cover Sheet
   • Articles of Partnership
   • If the partnership is foreign-owned, you also need to provide the Application to Do Business Under the Foreign Investment Act of 1991.
   • After completing the online encoding and uploading of documents, a notification will be sent to you confirming receipt. You'll also be notified via CRS of the results of the SEC examiner's evaluation.
5. Once you meet all the requirements, you’ll see an Order of Payment on your CRS dashboard. If additional documents are needed, you may provide these via the CRS.
6. Print your Order of Payment, and present it to the SEC cashier’s office to secure the Payment Assessment Form. Payment can be done through the cashier’s office or via the CRS. Upload your receipt after paying.
7. File the original registration documents at the SEC. Wait for an email that will confirm the claiming of the Certificate of Incorporation, Registration, Authority, or License.

1. Get a locational or zoning clearance to check if your business is allowed to operate in your desired area.
2. Go to the business permit department of the city/municipal hall, and submit the following:
   • Filled out and notarized application form. Please refer to your city's official government website.
   • Barangay clearance
   • Approved Articles of Partnership
   • Community Tax Certificate (cedula)
   • Valid IDs
   • Public Liability Insurance for specific types of businesses with high interaction with the public
   • Building permit (for businesses with constructed property)
   • Proof of place of business.

     Note: If you are the owner of the space, bring the Transfer Certificate Title (TCT) or Tax Declaration. If not, you have to bring the Contract of Lease, and the Mayor’s Permit of the landlord as a real estate lessor, or the Contract of Lease between the lessee and the sub-lessee with conformity of the building owner or administrator.

   • Other pertinent documents that may be required, depending on the nature of your business.

     Note: Some cities/municipalities require additional documents. Make sure to check with your respective local government offices.

3. Get the approved application form and billing/invoice, and go to the designated office or department for payment.
4. Show your proof of payment to the business permit department. Wait for the release of your Business/Mayor's permit and other inspection permits.

1. Submit the following documents to the RDO that has jurisdiction of your business address:
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Articles of Partnership
   • Original and photocopy of the Contract of Lease or Certificate of Occupancy (for rented business space), or land title/tax declaration (if you own the business space)
   • Mayor’s Permit or duly-received application for Mayor’s Permit
   • Notarized Special Power of Attorney and an ID of the authorized person, in case someone else will transact with BIR on your behalf
   • Three copies each of accomplished BIR Form 1901 (Application Form), BIR Form 0605 (Payment Form), and BIR Form 2000 (Monthly Documentary Stamp Tax Declaration/Return).
2. Go to the Revenue District Office (RDO) that has jurisdiction over your business address, and submit the documents for registration fee assessment.
3. Go to any BIR-authorized agent bank for payment, and bring the assessed BIR Forms 0605, and 2000.
4. Proceed to the registration section of your RDO and have your application received.
5. Present the following documents to secure your BIR Certificate of Registration (COR):
   • Photocopy of your BIR Payment Form
   • Special BIR payment form issued by the bank
   • All documents and BIR forms you initially prepared for submission, except for your SEC Articles of Partnership
6. Upon submission of documents, pick up your claim stub, which states the release date of your COR or BIR Form 2303. Once you have your COR/BIR Form 2303, request for the “Ask for a Receipt” signage.
7. Purchase your books of accounts. For VAT-registered businesses, you will need:
   • Journal
   • Ledger
   • Cash Receipt
   • Cash Disbursement
   • Subsidiary Sales Journal
   • Subsidiary Purchase Journal
   For Non-VAT-registered businesses, you will only need the first four books.
8. Register your books of accounts by submitting the following:
   • BIR Form 1905 (Application for Registration Information)
   • BIR Form 0605 (Proof of Payment of Annual Registration Fee)
   • Manual books
9. Apply for Authority to Print (ATP) by submitting the Application for Authority to Print Receipts and Invoices (BIR Form 1906).
10. Print your receipts.

1. Fill out the following forms:
   • SSS Form R-1 (Employer registration)
   • SSS Form L-501 (Specimen Signature Card)

   Note: For partnerships, the Managing Partner is the authorized signatory.

2. Go to the SSS branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed SSS Forms R-1 and L-501
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
   • Upon hiring your first employee, file the Employment Report (SSS Form R-1A) within 30 days of the hiring date at your respective SSS branch. Subsequent filing of the Employment Report can be done online.

1. Fill out the Registry of Establishments Form (DOLE-BWC-IP-3).
2. Submit the following to the DOLE office:
   • Your DOLE-BWC-IP-3
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • If applicable, the layout plan of the place of work, floor by floor, in 1:100 meters scale, with white or blueprint showing all the physical features of the workplace
   • If applicable, a list of registered establishments in the building

1. Accomplish these forms:
   • HQP-PFF-002 (Employer's Data Form)
   • HQP-PFF-003 (Specimen Signature Form)

   Note: For partnerships, the Managing Partner is the authorized signatory.

2. Go to the Pag-IBIG branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed HQP-PFF-002 and HQP-PFF-003
   • Original and photocopy of the SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of the Business Permit
   • SSS Certification
3. When you're ready to remit, fill out and submit Membership Savings Remittance Form (HQP-PFF-053).

1. Fill out the Employer Data Record (PhilHealth Form ER1).
2. Go to the PhilHealth branch that has jurisdiction over your business address and bring the following:
   • Two copies of your PhilHealth Form ER1
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
3. Upon hiring your first employee, you need to accomplish and submit two copies of the Report of Employee Members (PhilHealth Form ER2) within 30 days.

1. Create an account on the Company Registration System (CRS).
2. Once logged in, verify if your business name is available.

   Note: A validated name is subject to further evaluation by SEC processors. Confirmed business names can be reserved for up to 30 days with the SEC. The reservation fee is P100, payable at any Landbank branch.

3. Proceed with providing your company information. Define whether your business is located in an economic zone, and indicate your principal office address.
4. Fill out and upload the following documents:
   • Cover Sheet
   • Articles of Incorporation and By-laws. For stock corporation, use this form. For non-stock corporation, use this instead.
   • Joint undertaking to change name (if this isn't included in the Articles of Incorporation)
   • Treasurer’s Affidavit/Authority to Verify Bank Account
5. If you're a foreigner setting up a corporation, you also need to submit the Application to Do Business Under the Foreign Investment Act of 1991 Form.

   If you're a foreign corporation setting up a local office, the additional required documents are:

   • Application of a Foreign Corporation to Establish a Branch or Representative Office in the Philippines
     • Branch
     • Representative
   • Application for Regional Operating Area Headquarters or Area Headquarters
     • Operating Area Headquarters
     • Regional Headquarters
6. Once you meet all the requirements, you’ll see an Order of Payment on your CRS dashboard. If additional documents are needed, you may provide these via the CRS.
7. Print your Order of Payment, and present it to the SEC cashier’s office to secure the Payment Assessment Form. Payment can be done through the cashier’s office or via the CRS. Upload your receipt after paying.
8. File the original registration documents at the SEC. Wait for an email that will confirm the claiming of Certificate of Incorporation, Registration, Authority, or License.

1. Get a locational or zoning clearance to check if your business is allowed to operate in your desired area.
2. Go to the business permit department of the city/municipal hall, and submit the following:
   • Filled out and notarized application form. Please refer to your city's official government website.
     
   • Barangay clearance
   • Approved Articles of Corporation
   • Community Tax Certificate (cedula)
   • Valid IDs
   • Public Liability Insurance for specific types of businesses with high interaction with the public
   • Building permit (for businesses with constructed property)
   • Proof of place of business.

     Note: If you are the owner of the space, bring the Transfer Certificate Title (TCT) or Tax Declaration. If not, you have to bring the Contract of Lease, and the Mayor’s Permit of the landlord as a real estate lessor, or the Contract of Lease between the lessee and the sub-lessee with conformity of the building owner or administrator.

   • Other pertinent documents that may be required, depending on the nature of your business.

     Note: Some cities/municipalities require additional documents. Make sure to check with your respective local government offices.

3. Get the approved application form and billing/invoice, and go to the designated office or department for payment.
4. Return to the business permit department and show your proof of payment. Wait for the release of your Business/Mayor's permit and other inspection permits.

1. Submit the following documents to the RDO that has jurisdiction of your business address:
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration/Articles of Partnership
   • Original and photocopy of the Contract of Lease or Certificate of Occupancy (for rented business space), or land title/tax declaration (if you own the business space)
   • Mayor’s Permit or duly-received application for Mayor’s Permit
   • Notarized Special Power of Attorney and an ID of the authorized person, in case someone else will transact with BIR on your behalf
   • Three copies each of accomplished BIR Form 1901 (Application Form), BIR Form 0605 (Payment Form), and BIR Form 2000 (Monthly Documentary Stamp Tax Declaration/Return).
2. Go to the Revenue District Office (RDO) that has jurisdiction over your business address, and submit the documents for registration fee assessment.
   
3. Go to any BIR-authorized agent bank for payment, and bring the assessed BIR Forms 0605 and 2000.
4. Proceed to the registration section of your RDO and have your application received.
5. Present the following documents to secure your BIR Certificate of Registration (COR):
   • Photocopy of your BIR Payment Form
   • Special BIR payment form issued by the bank
   • All documents and BIR forms you initially prepared for submission, except for your SEC Certificate of Registration/Articles of Partnership
6. Upon submission of documents, pick up your claim stub, which states the release date of your COR or BIR Form 2303. Once you have your COR/BIR Form 2303, request for the “Ask for a Receipt” signage.
7. Purchase your books of accounts. For VAT-registered businesses, you will need:
   • Journal
   • Ledger
   • Cash Receipt
   • Cash Disbursement
   • Subsidiary Sales Journal
   • Subsidiary Purchase Journal
   For Non-VAT-registered businesses, you will only need the first four books.
8. Register your books of accounts by submitting the following:
   • BIR Form 1905 (Application for Registration Information)
   • BIR Form 0605 (Proof of Payment of Annual Registration Fee)
   • Manual books
9. Apply for authority to print (ATP) by submitting the Application for Authority to Print Receipts and Invoices (BIR Form 1906).
10. Print your receipts.

1. Fill out the following forms:
   • SSS Form R-1 (Employer registration)
   • SSS Form L-501 (Specimen Signature Card)

   For locally-owned corporations, the President, Chairman, or Corporate Secretary are the only ones allowed to be the authorized signatory.

   For foreign-owned corporations, the designated Philippine representative as shown in the SEC registration is the authorized signatory.

2. Go to the SSS branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed SSS Forms R-1 and L-501
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC-approved Articles of Incorporation
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
   • SEC License to Transact Business in the Philippines (for foreign-owned corporation)
3. Upon hiring your first employee, file the Employment Report (SSS Form R-1A) within 30 days of the hiring date at your respective SSS branch. Subsequent filing of the Employment Report can be done online.

1. Complete the Registry of Establishments Form (DOLE-BWC-IP-3).
2. Submit the following to the DOLE office:
   • Your DOLE-BWC-IP-3
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • If applicable, the layout plan of the place of work, floor by floor, in 1:100 meters scale, with white or blue print showing all the physical features of the workplace
   • If applicable, a list of registered establishments in the building

1. Accomplish these forms:
   • HQP-PFF-002 (Employer's Data Form)
   • HQP-PFF-003 (Specimen Signature Form)

   For locally-owned corporations, the President, Chairman or Corporate Secretary are the only ones allowed to be the authorized signatory.

   For foreign-owned corporations, the designated Philippine representative as shown in the SEC registration is the authorized signatory.

2. Go to the Pag-IBIG branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed HQP-PFF-002 and HQP-PFF-003
   • Original and photocopy of the SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of the Business Permit
   • Approved Articles of Incorporation and By-laws
   • Board Resolution Concerning Authorized Signatory/ies
   • SSS Certification
3. When you're ready to remit, fill out and submit Membership Savings Remittance Form (HQP-PFF-053).

1. Fill out the Employer Data Record (PhilHealth Form ER1).
2. Go to the PhilHealth branch that has jurisdiction over your business address and bring the following:
   • Two copies of your PhilHealth Form ER1
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
3. Upon hiring your first employee, you need to accomplish and submit two copies of the Report of Employee Members (PhilHealth Form ER2) within 30 days.

1. Go to the SEC main office to register, and check the availability of your business name. Once you've confirmed that it's available, reserve it and add the "OPC" suffix.
2. Proceed to the Company Registration and Monitoring Department (CRMD) to file your application. Bring the following:
   • Cover sheet
   • Articles of Incorporation
     • Natural Person
     • Trust or Estate
   • Notarized written consent of the nominee and alternate nominee or the assigned person who'll take on the roles left by the incorporator in case of death
   • Your Tax Identification Number (TIN)
   • Proof of authority to act on behalf of a trust or estate, if applicable
   • Foreign Investment Act (FIA) Application and passport number, if you're a foreign national
3. Pay the necessary fees.

   Filing fee	1/5 of 1% of the authorized capital stock, but not less than ₱2,000
   Name reservation fee	₱100
   Legal research fee	1% of the filing fee, but not less than ₱20
   FIA application fee	₱3,000 (for foreign nationals only)

4. Submit hard copies of the signed and notarized documents together with the proof of payment of filing fees at the CRMD Receiving Unit. Get the approved Certificate of Registration as a One-Person Corporation.
5. Within 15 days of issuance, you should appoint a treasurer, corporate secretary, and other officers, and subsequently, notify the SEC within five days from appointment.

Note: If you're also the treasurer, a surety bond computed based on the authorized capital stock of the corporation is required.

1. Get a locational or zoning clearance to check if your business is allowed to operate in your desired area.
2. Head to the business permit department of the city/municipal hall, and submit the following:
   • Filled out and notarized application form. Please refer to your city's official government website.
     
   • Barangay clearance
   • DTI Certificate of Registration
   • Community Tax Certificate (cedula)
   • Valid IDs
   • Public Liability Insurance for specific types of businesses with high interaction with the public
   • Building permit (for businesses with constructed property)
   • Proof of place of business

     Note: If you are the owner of the space, bring the Transfer Certificate Title (TCT) or Tax Declaration. If not, you have to bring the Contract of Lease, and the Mayor’s Permit of the landlord as a real estate lessor, or the Contract of Lease between the lessee and the sub-lessee with conformity of the building owner or administrator.

   • Other pertinent documents that may be required, depending on the nature of your business.

     Note: Some cities/municipalities require additional documents. Make sure to check with your respective local government offices.

3. Get the approved application form and billing, then proceed to the designated office for payment.
4. Return to the business permit department and show your proof of payment. Wait for the release of your Business/Mayor’s permit and other inspection permits.

1. Submit the following documents to the RDO that has jurisdiction of your business address:
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of the Contract of Lease or Certificate of Occupancy (for rented business space), or land title/tax declaration (if you own the business space)
   • Mayor’s Permit or duly-received application for Mayor’s Permit
   • Notarized Special Power of Attorney and an ID of the authorized person, in case someone else will transact with BIR on your behalf
   • Three copies each of accomplished BIR Form 1901 (Application Form), BIR Form 0605 (Payment Form), and BIR Form 2000 (Monthly Documentary Stamp Tax Declaration/Return).
2. Go to the Revenue District Office (RDO) that has jurisdiction over your business address, and submit the documents for registration fee assessment.
3. Go to any BIR-authorized agent bank for payment, and bring the assessed BIR Forms 0605 and 2000.
4. Proceed to the registration section of your RDO and have your application received.
5. Present the following documents to secure your Certificate of Registration (COR):
   • Photocopy of your BIR Payment Form
   • Special BIR payment form issued by the bank
   • All documents and BIR forms you initially prepared for submission, except for your SEC Certificate of Registration/Articles of Partnership
6. Upon submission of documents, pick up your claim stub, which states the release date of your COR or BIR Form 2303. Once you have your COR/BIR Form 2303, request for the “Ask for a Receipt” signage.
7. Purchase your books of accounts. For VAT-registered businesses, you will need:
   • Journal
   • Ledger
   • Cash Receipt
   • Cash Disbursement
   • Subsidiary Sales Journal
   • Subsidiary Purchase Journal
   For Non-VAT-registered businesses, you will only need the first four books.
8. Register your books of accounts by submitting the following:
   • BIR Form 1905 (Application for Registration Information)
   • BIR Form 0605 (Proof of Payment of Annual Registration Fee)
   • Manual books
9. Apply for Authority to Print (ATP) by submitting the Application for Authority to Print Receipts and Invoices (BIR Form 1906).
10. Have your receipts printed.

1. Fill out the following forms:
   • SSS Form R-1 (Employer registration)
   • SSS Form L-501 (Specimen Signature Card)

   Note: The owner is the authorized signatory. In his absence, any representative can sign with a valid Special Power of Attorney.

2. Go to the SSS branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed SSS Forms R-1 and L-501
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration.
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
3. Upon hiring your first employee, file the Employment Report (SSS Form R-1A) within 30 days of the hiring date at your respective SSS branch. Subsequent filing of the Employment Report can be done online.

1. Complete the Registry of Establishments Form (DOLE-BWC-IP-3).
2. Submit the following to the DOLE office:
   • Your DOLE-BWC-IP-3
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • If applicable, the layout plan of the place of work, floor by floor, in 1:100 meters scale, with white or blue print showing all the physical features of the workplace
   • If applicable, a list of registered establishments in the building

1. Accomplish these forms:
   • HQP-PFF-002 (Employer's Data Form)
   • HQP-PFF-003 (Specimen Signature Form)

   Note: The owner is the authorized signatory. In his absence, any representative can sign with a valid Special Power of Attorney.

2. Go to the Pag-IBIG branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed HQP-PFF-002 and HQP-PFF-003
   • Original and photocopy of the SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of the Business Permit
   • SSS Certification
3. When you're ready to remit, fill out and submit Membership Savings Remittance Form (HQP-PFF-053).

1. Fill out the Employer Data Record (PhilHealth Form ER1).
2. Go to the PhilHealth branch that has jurisdiction over your business address and bring the following:
   • Two copies of your PhilHealth Form ER1.
   • Original and photocopy of your SEC Certificate of Registration
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
3. Upon hiring your first employee, you need to accomplish and submit two copies of the Report of Employee Members (PhilHealth Form ER2) within 30 days.

Note: Your company must have at least 15 members.

1. Reserve your cooperative name online at the CDA website.
2. Take note of your registration number, then visit any CDA office within 72 hours to pay for the reservation fee:

   30 days	₱100
   60 days	₱200
   90 days	₱300

3. Prepare the following requirements before going back to the CDA to register your company:
   • Four notarized copies each of the Economic Survey, Articles of Cooperation, and Cooperative By-laws.
   • Notarized statement of the treasurer showing at least 25% of the authorized share capital has been subscribed, and at least 25% of the total subscription has been paid (Note that the paid-up capital must not be less than ₱2,000, and that no member may own more than 20% of the subscribed share capital, where each share must not be less than P1.)
   • Bonds of accountable officer/s handling funds, securities, and properties
   • Certificate of Pre-membership Education Seminar (PMES) completion

1. Get a locational or zoning clearance to check if your business is allowed to operate in your desired area.
2. Go to the business permit department of the city/municipal hall, and submit the following:
   • Filled out and notarized application form. Please refer to your city's official government website.
     
   • Barangay clearance
   • CDA certificate
   • Community Tax Certificate (cedula)
   • Valid IDs
   • Public Liability Insurance for specific types of businesses with high interaction with the public
   • Building permit (for businesses with constructed property)
   • Proof of place of business.

     Note: If you are the owner of the space, bring the Transfer Certificate Title (TCT) or Tax Declaration. If not, you have to bring the Contract of Lease, and the Mayor’s Permit of the landlord as a real estate lessor, or the Contract of Lease between the lessee and the sub-lessee with conformity of the building owner or administrator.

   • Other pertinent documents that may be required, depending on the nature of your business.

     Note: Some cities/municipalities require additional documents. Make sure to check with your respective local government offices.

3. Get the approved application form and billing/invoice, and go to the designated office or department for payment.
4. Return to the business permit department and show your proof of payment. Wait for the release of your Business/Mayor's permit and other inspection permits.

1. Submit the following documents:
   • Three copies of BIR Form 1945 (Application for Certificate of Tax Exemption for Cooperatives)
     
2. Go to the Revenue District Office (RDO) that has jurisdiction over your business address, and submit the following documents:
   • Accomplished BIR Form 1945 (Application for Certificate of Tax Exemption for Cooperatives)
     
   • Certified true copy of the CDA-approved Articles of Cooperation and By-laws
   • Certified true copy of the CDA Certificate of Registration
   • Certified true copy of the CDA-issued Certificate of Good Standing
   • Original copy of the Certification under Oath of the List of Cooperative Members, with their capital contributions and respective Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) prepared by an authorized official of the Cooperative. In the absence of the said TIN, provide the full name and their capital contribution.

     Note: Non-submission by the Cooperative of the member’s TIN requirement within six months from the issuance of the CTE shall be ground for the revocation of the CTE.

1. To get accreditation as an SSS collecting agent, fill out the following forms:
   • SSS Form R-1 (Employer registration)
   • SSS Form L-501 (Specimen Signature Card)

   Note: The authorized signatories for cooperatives are the Chairman or the Corporate Secretary.

2. Go to the SSS branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed SSS Forms R-1 and L-501
   • Original and photocopy of your CDA-approved Articles of Cooperation
   • Original and photocopy of your Business Permit
3. Upon hiring your first employee, file the Employment Report (SSS Form R-1A) within 30 days of the hiring date at your respective SSS branch. Subsequent filing of the Employment Report can be done online.

1. Accomplish these forms:
   • HQP-PFF-002 (Employer's Data Form)
   • HQP-PFF-003 (Specimen Signature Form)

   Note: The authorized signatory for cooperatives is the Chairman or the Corporate Secretary.

2. Go to the Pag-IBIG branch that has jurisdiction over your business address. Bring the following documents:
   • Completed HQP-PFF-002 and HQP-PFF-003
   • CDA Certificate of Registration
   • CDA-approved Articles of Cooperation
   • Business Permit
   • SSS Certification
3. When you're ready to remit, fill out and submit Membership Savings Remittance Form (HQP-PFF-053).

1. Fill out the Employer Data Record (PhilHealth Form ER1).
2. Go to the PhilHealth branch that has jurisdiction over your business address and bring the following:
   • Two copies of your PhilHealth Form ER1
   • CDA Certificate of Registration
   • Approved Articles of Cooperation
   • Business Permit
3. Upon hiring your first employee, you need to accomplish and submit two copies of the Report of Employee Members (PhilHealth Form ER2) within 30 days.