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Corporate secretaryGIS, minutes, registers and certificates₱10,000 / monthVirtual officeRegistered address and agency mail handling₱7,500 / quarter
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LGU registration & permits

Your business permit, handled end to end.

From barangay clearance to Mayor's Permit, Korp specialists coordinate every clearance, inspection and payment with your city hall — and you see each step in one account.

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Price
₱20,000 one-time
Timeline
Days to several weeks
You receive
Mayor's Permit & plate
Three founders reviewing work on a tablet and laptop at an outdoor table in the city
Jan20
Mayor’s Permit renewal
Documents ready for city hall
Requests · Business permit
Mabuhay Trading Inc.
City hall · Makati
Inspections
✓
Barangay clearance
Done
✓
Zoning clearance
Done
Fire safety & sanitary inspections
Scheduled
What's included

Every clearance city hall asks for

Permits vary by city. Korp knows the sequence, prepares the paperwork and follows up with city hall so you don't have to.

01
Barangay business clearance
We apply for the clearance from the barangay where your office is registered.
02
Zoning clearance
We confirm your business activity is allowed at your address and secure the clearance.
03
Inspections
We coordinate the fire safety, sanitary and building inspections your LGU requires.
04
Assessment & payment
We review the assessment of fees and local business tax before anything is paid.
05
Mayor's Permit
We claim your Business Permit and plate or sticker once it's released.
06
Renewal reminder
Business permits renew every January — we'll remind you well before the deadline.
How it works

Five steps to your Mayor's Permit

Step 01
Barangay clearance
Filed with your barangay.
Step 02
Zoning clearance
Business activity checked against your address.
Step 03
Inspections
Fire safety, sanitary and building inspections.
Step 04
Assessment
Fees and local business tax assessed and paid.
Step 05
Permit released
Mayor's Permit and plate claimed.
Pricing

One price for the whole permit run

LGU registration & permits
₱20,000
One-time · US$333 · VAT inclusive
✓
Barangay and zoning clearances
✓
Coordination of required inspections
✓
Fee assessment review and payment
✓
Release of your Mayor's Permit and plate
✓
Updates from your Korp specialist in one account
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LGU fees and local business tax are paid at cost. We set aside a ₱10,000 provision and adjust it to your city's actual assessment.
What we'll need from you
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SEC registration documents
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BIR Certificate of Registration
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Proof of address — lease contract, or title and tax declaration
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Building occupancy permit (usually from your landlord)
Clearances, inspections and assessments are prepared and filed by Korp.
FAQ

Common questions

When can permit applications start?
After your BIR Certificate of Registration is issued — most LGUs require it before they'll process a business permit.
How long does it take?
Anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on your city and the inspections it requires.
Are government fees included?
No. LGU fees and local business tax are paid at cost. We include a ₱10,000 provision and adjust it to the actual assessment.
Do permits need renewing?
Yes. Business permits renew every January, commonly by January 20. We'll remind you ahead of time.

Ready to open your doors? Start your business permit.

Book a free 30-minute call or start your request online.
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Related services

Keep going with Korp

01
₱30,000
BIR tax registration
Company TIN, books of accounts, invoicing authority and tax types — through to your Certificate of Registration.
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02
₱7,500 / quarter
Virtual office
A registered business address for your SEC and BIR records — no lease required.
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03
₱30,000 / quarter
Corporate secretary
A resident Filipino Corporate Secretary for your GIS, minutes and statutory registers.
Learn more →