Register Your Business in the Philippines — The Easy Way

SEC registration typically takes three to seven business days for name reservation and roughly two to four weeks for full incorporation, depending on completeness of documents and SEC workload. With Codev Prime handling preparation, filings, and follow-ups, we keep your application moving and coordinate corrections quickly so you avoid unnecessary delays.

A One-Person Corporation (OPC) fits solo founders: one stockholder who may also serve as director and president, with simpler governance. A Domestic Corporation suits two or more incorporators and investors, with a board structure and stock classes as needed. OPC packages start at ₱19,945 while Domestic incorporation packages start at ₱31,495 and include broader corporate setup such as first-year GIS support.

You need a registered business address that meets regulator and LGU requirements, but it does not have to be a dedicated physical office you staff daily. Many startups use a compliant virtual office in Alabang for SEC, BIR, and LGU correspondence while operating remotely. Codev Prime provides a premium business address, mail handling, and front-desk support so you remain compliant without leasing full-time space.

Requirements vary by entity type, but commonly include valid government IDs for incorporators or the sole owner, proposed corporate name options, treasurer’s affidavit, articles of incorporation or equivalent, and proof of registered address. For tax registration you will need additional BIR forms and supporting schedules. During your free consultation we send a tailored checklist so you upload the right documents once and avoid rework.

Professional service fees depend on the package you choose: for example One-Person Corporation support from ₱19,945, Domestic Corporation from ₱31,495, and modular SEC, DTI, BIR, or LGU services from ₱7,875 upward. Government fees, taxes, and third-party assessments are billed separately and remain for the client’s account, which we estimate transparently before you commit.

Yes, foreign individuals and entities can invest and register Philippine businesses subject to nationality caps in negative lists and minimum capital rules where applicable. Structures may include domestic corporations with foreign equity or branch offices depending on your goals. We coordinate with legal and tax specialists to map the right vehicle, capitalization, and licensing path before you file.

A virtual office provides a professional registered address, mail and package handling, and optional workspace access without the cost of a full-time lease. It satisfies many SEC, BIR, and LGU address requirements while projecting credibility to clients and banks. Codev Prime’s Alabang location at Parkway Corporate Center includes secretary services and meeting options so you can meet regulators or partners when needed.

Yes. Beyond SEC or DTI formation we assist with BIR taxpayer registration, books of accounts setup guidance, and LGU business permit applications and renewals. Our modular fees cover BIR registration at ₱7,875 and LGU registration at ₱7,875, with renewals quoted separately. Bundling these with incorporation reduces handoffs and keeps compliance timelines aligned.