October 16, 2026
New Passport, Existing SRRV: How PRA Visa Restamping Works
A practical guide to transferring an SRRV sticker to a new passport through PRA, including records to prepare and travel considerations.
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October 13, 2026
Can a Foreign-Owned Company Qualify for BOI Registration in the Philippines?
How foreign ownership, export activity and the 2026 SIPP affect a Philippine company’s potential BOI registration.
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Closing a Philippine Business: The BIR Registration-Cancellation Process
BIR RMC 47-2026 outlines a streamlined process for closing or cancelling Philippine business registration. Learn what owners should prepare.
Read article →October 13, 2026
The Employer Certification in a Philippine 9G Visa Application
Why a Philippine 9G visa petition needs accurate employer information and how to prepare the employee-count certification.
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Renewing an SRRV ID: Annual Fees, Documents and Timing
What SRRV holders should check before renewing a PRA ID, including annual fees, photographs, passport details and submission channels.
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Choosing the SEC Registration Route for a New Philippine Corporation
A practical guide to choosing an SEC eSPARC registration route, including when OneSEC ZERO may not fit a proposed Philippine corporation.
Read article →October 12, 2026
Trademark Registration Is Not the End: IPOPHL’s Declaration of Actual Use
A Philippine trademark owner must monitor Declaration of Actual Use deadlines and preserve evidence that the mark is used for registered goods or services.
Read article →October 12, 2026
When Must a New Philippine Corporation Register with the BIR?
A Philippine corporation should register with the BIR before business begins or within the applicable post-registration period. Check the trigger and documents.
Read article →October 12, 2026
PEZA Reportorial Clearance Through BERMS: An Investor’s Compliance Check
PEZA's 2026 BERMS guidelines route ESD clearance and compliance certificates through the online portal. Review records before applying.
Read article →October 12, 2026
Converting an SRRV Visa Deposit into an Allowed Philippine Investment
PRA rules allow certain SRRV deposit conversions into approved investments. Learn why prior approval and replacement-deposit planning matter.
Read article →October 12, 2026
Downgrading a Philippine Work Visa After Employment Ends
Plan lawful stay after a Philippine work visa ends: BI visa downgrading is a separate process with its own documents, timing, and approval.
Read article →October 9, 2026
SEC Officer Appointment Form for One Person Corporations: A New Compliance Calendar Item
The SEC requires a dedicated OPC officer appointment form from March 2026. Review the initial and subsequent appointment deadlines.
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