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PAGCOR Shipment Clearance for Gaming Equipment: Requirements and Process
Learn the PAGCOR shipment clearance requirements for importing gaming equipment, including the EG Form No. 11, fees, documents, and processing steps.
How to File an Estafa Case in the Philippines
Learn how to file an estafa case in the Philippines, including the legal basis, evidence needed, and the step-by-step process.
How to Protest a BIR Tax Assessment in the Philippines
Learn the step-by-step procedure to protest a BIR tax assessment in the Philippines, including deadlines, required documents, and remedies under the NIRC.
Service Incentive Leave in the Philippines: Who Is Entitled to 5 Days
Service incentive leave Philippines: learn who gets 5 paid days, who is exempt, and how unused leave is paid.
Retirement Pay in the Philippines Under R.A. 7641: Who Qualifies and How It's Computed
Learn who qualifies for retirement pay in the Philippines under R.A. 7641, how the half-month salary is computed, and what the compulsory retirement age is.
PIGO License Philippines: What It Is and How PAGCOR Regulates It
Learn what a PIGO license in the Philippines is, how PAGCOR regulates Philippine Inland Gaming Operators, and what the law says.
Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections Reset: How RA 12317, RA 12123 and RA 11593 Apply
The first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections were reset to September 2026 by RA 12317, which repealed RA 12123 and amended the schedule set by RA 11593.
Minimum Guaranteed Fee for Gaming System Administrators: PAGCOR Rules
PAGCOR imposes a Minimum Guaranteed Fee on Gaming System Administrators starting April 2026. Here are the MGF rates, tranches, and payment rules.
PAGCOR Remote Gaming Platform Regulatory Framework: What Operators Must Know
A plain-language guide to PAGCOR's Revised Regulatory Framework for the Remote Gaming Platform, covering who may operate, requirements, and standards.
Board Meeting Requirements in the Philippines: Quorum, Notice, and Minutes
Learn the legal requirements for board of directors meetings in the Philippines, including quorum, notice, and minutes under the Revised Corporation Code.
Halal Certification Philippines Export Requirements Under R.A. 10817
Halal certification for Philippine exports is governed by R.A. 10817. Learn the three mandatory requirements, the Halal Board, and the Philippine Halal Logo.
PAGCOR Requirements for Destruction and Decommissioning of Gaming Equipment
How PAGCOR-enrolled suppliers and licensees secure approval for the destruction or decommissioning of gaming equipment, including forms, deadlines, and documents.
Casino Regulatory Manual for Licensed Land-Based Casinos: PAGCOR Compliance Guide
The Casino Regulatory Manual for licensed land-based casinos consolidates PAGCOR's rules on layout, surveillance, gaming, and compliance into one framework.
Annual Income Tax Return in the Philippines: Who Files and When
Learn who must file the annual income tax return in the Philippines, the filing deadlines, and key compliance rules under the National Internal Revenue Code.
Legal Separation in the Philippines: Complete Guide to Grounds and Process
Learn the legal grounds for legal separation in the Philippines under the Family Code, plus the court process, effects, and practical steps.
Business Permit Requirements Philippines: A Complete Guide for 2025
Learn the business permit requirements in the Philippines, including local business tax, barangay clearance, and renewal deadlines for new and existing businesses.
Fintech Regulation in the Philippines: BSP Rules and Licensing
Fintech regulation in the Philippines is shaped by BSP rules, the E-Commerce Act, and the Data Privacy Act. Learn the key legal requirements here.
BARMM Internal Revenue Share: How the Bangsamoro Share Is Computed
How is the BARMM internal revenue share computed? Learn the 70-30 sharing rule, the five-year transition, and the VAT incremental revenue split.
Data Protection Officer Philippines: Appointment and Duties Under the DPA
Learn the data protection officer Philippines requirements, including appointment criteria and duties under the Data Privacy Act and its IRR.
Night Shift Differential in the Philippines: Who Gets It and How Much
Learn how night shift differential pay is computed in the Philippines, who qualifies, and the exact percentage required by law.
PAGCOR Player Registration and Site Distance Rules for Gaming Venues
PAGCOR rules on gaming site distance requirements and player registration ID cards, including 2018 amendments on exemptions and acceptable IDs.
How to Claim a PAGCOR Performance Cash Deposit Refund: Requirements
File a PAGCOR performance cash deposit refund using EG Form No. 40 (Form No. EGLD-691) and the documentary checklist for your accreditation type.
AML Compliance for Internet Gaming Licensees in the Philippines: A PAGCOR Guide
Learn the AML/CTPF compliance requirements PAGCOR imposes on Philippine internet gaming licensees, from AMLC registration to the MTPP and compliance officer.
Illegal Recruitment in the Philippines: Penalties and How to Report It
Learn the penalties for illegal recruitment in the Philippines under RA 8042, as amended by RA 10022, including fines, imprisonment, and how to file a complaint.