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Halal Certification for Philippine Exporters: Requirements and Process
Halal certification is mandatory for Philippine products exported as Halal. Learn the requirements, the role of the PAB, and the Philippine Halal Logo rules.
Financing Company Registration Philippines: SEC Rules and Capital Requirements
Financing company registration in the Philippines requires SEC approval and paid-up capital under the Financing Company Act of 1998. Here is the process.
AML Compliance for Philippine Gaming Operators: PAGCOR and RA 11930 Rules
Learn AML compliance requirements for Philippine gaming operators, including PAGCOR rules and RA 11930 reporting duties under the AMLA.
Blacklisting of Government Contractors in the Philippines: Causes and Defenses
Blacklisting bars a contractor and its affiliates from all government procurement. Learn how the penalty works under the IRR of RA 12009 and how to respond.
Philippine Franchise International Expansion: Master Franchise and Export Rules
Philippine franchise international expansion involves a master franchise agreement, IP licensing rules, and BSP foreign exchange registration for inbound royalties.
Executive Separation Agreements in the Philippines: Structuring a Clean Exit
An executive separation agreement in the Philippines defines the terms of a corporate officer's exit, covering separation pay, quitclaims, and release from liability.
Debt Collection in the Philippines for Foreign Creditors: How to Recover
How can a foreign creditor collect a debt in the Philippines? Learn the legal remedies, security interests, and enforcement options under Philippine law.
RA 12009 IRR Effectivity: Transition Rules from RA 9184 Explained
The RA 12009 IRR took effect after publication, but the transition from RA 9184 is governed by specific rules on pending and ongoing procurement.
Tax Treaty Relief Procedure in the Philippines: A BIR Filing Guide
Learn the BIR tax treaty relief procedure in the Philippines: which BIR Form 0901 to file, the documentary requirements, and when to file with ITAD.
Data Processing Outsourcing Agreement in the Philippines: DPA Rules
A data processing outsourcing agreement in the Philippines must meet the Data Privacy Act and NPC IRR requirements. Here is what the law requires.
Floating Status in the Philippines: Labor Law Rules on Pay and Reductions
Floating status in Philippine labor law allows temporary work suspension, but it has limits on pay reductions and dismissal. Know your rights and remedies.
Legal Spend Management in the Philippines: A Guide for In-House Teams
Legal spend management in the Philippines helps in-house teams control outside counsel costs, set budgets, and run a defensible, transparent legal function.
Colocation Agreements in the Philippines: Key Terms and Risk Allocation
A colocation agreement in the Philippines is a services contract, not a lease of real property. Learn the key terms, regulatory limits, and risk allocation rules.
SaaS Agreements in the Philippines: Key Clauses for Buyers and Vendors
Understand SaaS agreement Philippines rules: how the Electronic Commerce Act validates cloud contracts, e-signatures, and service provider liability.
Price Tag Requirements in the Philippines: What Retailers Must Display
Price tag requirements in the Philippines come from the Consumer Act, which defines price tags and bars deceptive pricing and labeling in retail sales.
Marketplace Account Suspension in the Philippines: Your Rights and Remedies
A marketplace account suspension in the Philippines is governed by the Internet Transactions Act of 2023, which requires platforms to give sellers a redress mechanism.
Work Permit for Foreign Workers in the Philippines: DOLE Requirements
Foreign workers in the Philippines need a DOLE employment permit under Article 39 of the Labor Code. Here is who must secure one and how.
Procurement Practitioner Certification in the Philippines Under RA 12009
Procurement practitioner certification in the Philippines is mandated under RA 12009, which requires a competency and certification framework for procurement professionals.
Board Minutes Requirements Philippines: What the Revised Corporation Code Says
What are the board minutes requirements in the Philippines? Learn the rules on director elections, officer reporting, and corporate records under the Revised Corporation Code.
Food Export Requirements Philippines: Documentation and Certification Guide
A practical guide to food export requirements in the Philippines, covering exporter registration, Halal certification, and rice export rules under Philippine law.
Registering a Branch Office of a Foreign Corporation in the Philippines
How a foreign corporation registers a branch office in the Philippines: SEC requirements, resident agent rules, and the BSP registration of inward capital.
How to Apply for a PAGCOR Gaming License in the Philippines
How to apply for a PAGCOR gaming license in the Philippines: the application path, documentary requirements, and rules under PAGCOR's regulatory framework.
Collection of Sum of Money Philippines: Legal Options Explained
Learn the legal options for collection of sum of money in the Philippines, including demand letters, court actions, and enforcement under the Civil Code.
DMW Escrow Requirement for Recruitment Agencies: Capital and Deposit Rules
The DMW escrow requirement for a recruitment agency is at least PhP 1,500,000, on top of a minimum capitalization of PhP 5,000,000 for manning agencies.