Resources

Insights, reflections, and advice for navigating business in the Philippines from the Korp team.

Korp Team

The Resident Agent in the Philippines: Key Role for Foreign Firms

Resident agent in the Philippines explained—who qualifies, how appointment works, core responsibilities, and potential risks for foreign entrepreneurs.

Korp Team

Why Register a Corporation in the Philippines

Learn why registering a corporation in the Philippines matters, comparing sole proprietorship, EOR, legal protection, and business growth options.

Korp Team

Why Choose the Philippines for Business Success

Discover why the Philippines excels for business setup: strategic location, skilled workforce, government incentives, and hassle-free registration.

Mayumi from Korp

How to Incorporate a BPO or Outsourcing Company in the Philippines: Step-by-Step Guide

Set up a BPO or outsourcing company in the Philippines with a clear step-by-step process - entity options, foreign ownership and USD 200,000 rules, required registrations, and the post-incorporation steps to operate smoothly.

Korp Team

Corporate Governance in the Philippines: What Business Owners Must Know

Corporate governance in the Philippines explained—learn core principles, board structure, compliance requirements, and risks for startups and investors.

Korp Team

Guide to Business Licensing in the Philippines: Fast Track Your Setup

Discover the step-by-step guide to business licensing Philippines. Streamline registration, secure permits, and ensure legal compliance for seamless company launch.

Ninoy Salmon

How to Choose a Company Name in the Philippines: SEC Rules, Restrictions, and Tips

Learn how to choose a compliant company name in the Philippines. Covers SEC naming rules, required suffixes (Inc., Corp., OPC), restricted words, distinguishability rules, and how to reserve a name via SEC eSPARC.

Ninoy Salmon

How to Set Up Your Board of Directors in the Philippines

Learn how to set up a compliant board in the Philippines: director count, required officers (President, Treasurer, Corporate Secretary), residency and citizenship rules, and SEC governance requirements.

Ninoy Salmon

Complete Guide to Corporate Structures in the Philippines: Stock, Non-Stock, Foreign Entities, and Partnerships

Understand stock, non-stock, foreign entities, partnerships, and OPCs in the Philippines — written with clarity for founders navigating fragmented systems.