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Triple i Consulting can help communicate for you to government agencies when applying for licenses. After company registration you may be required to receive a license to practice your business. The Philippines is heavy bureaucratic systems and applications can be long strenuous processes if not completed correctly. Often taking 5 to 6 times as long if completed correctly the first time. Certain government offices are extremely complicated and not advised to interact with, without the aid of a consultant or guide.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue BIR, is the tax issuing body, certificates of registration are necessary for every business in the Philippines. Sometimes there are disputes over required income and witholding taxes that need to be paid. Triple i has tax consultants that can present the proper documentation to the BIR for fast processing of statements. Whether importing or exporting products you will need a license from the Bureau of Customs BOC, Triple i can assist in fast processing and release of your goods, so you can focus on more important matters. Bureau of Food and Drugs BFAD is known for its complexity in registration. Triple i keeps a pharmacist and BFAD consultant on staff to help our clients quickly navigate the licensing process.

Whether BIR, BOC, FED, or any licensing procedure Triple i knows how to file and receive your license in a timely and cost effective manner. Contact Us for any queries or assistance in the licensing process.


Philippine Bureau of Food and Drug BFAD

Establishments involved in the manufacture, packaging, re-packaging, importation, exportation, distribution, and retailing of processed foods, drugs, medical devices, in vitro diagnostic reagents, cosmetics, and household hazardous substance products in the Philippines must secure a License To Operate from BFAD. Conducts inspections and issues licenses for the operation of establishments involved in the importation, exportation, distribution and retailing of processed foods, drugs, medical devices, and in vitro diagnostic reagents.

Any Company wishing to deal with health and beauty, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals must obtain a License To Operate from BFAD

Philippine Bureau of Customs BOC

Under the auspices of the Department of Finance (DOF), BOC is mandated to implement an effective revenue collection. Prevent and suppress smuggling and entry of prohibited imported goods in to the Philippines. Supervise and control over the entrance and clearance of vessels and air-crafts and engaged in foreign commerce, and the enforcement of the Tariff and Customs Code of the Philippines and all other laws, rules and regulations related to tariff and customs administration. Any entity wishing to import or export any goods must get clearance from BOC.

Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue BIR

The BIR is mandated by law to assess and collect all national internal revenue taxes, fees and charges, and to enforce all forfeitures, penalties and fines connected therewith, including the execution of judgments in all cases decided in its favor by the Philippines Court of Tax Appeals and the ordinary courts (Sec. 2 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997). All entities and self employed individuals must apply for a tax identification number (TIN) and is responsible to pay personal or corporate tax.

Philippine National Police Fire Arms and Explosive Division and Security Management Division FED

FED is the governing body of the Philippine National Police (PNP) that is responsible for all fire arms licenses. In addition any business operating in the manufacturing of fire arms, ammunition, and explosives must register and receive a license from FED. Operation of a gun club must also secure a license to operate. Any entity wishing to conduct itself in security matters must also register with the Security Management Division (SMD).

Department of Environment and Natural Resources DENR

Assume responsibility for the assessment, development, protection, licensing and regulation of all natural resources. The regulation and monitoring of service contractors, licensees, lessees, and permit holders for the extraction, exploration, development, and utilization of natural resource products. Any group wishing to participate in mining, forestry, agricultural development must obtain applicable licenses from the DENR. Some construction development projects must also apply and receive environmental clearance certificate to operate, depending on the area. DENR is the issuing body of the Environment Compliance Certificate or the ECC.