How to Register a Partnership or Corporation in the Philippines

Registering a corporation in the Philippines has several requirements which are listed on this page. Click below to check online if your desired name is still available.

REQUIREMENTS:

Please note the following:
  • All applications and supporting documents must be in four (4) copies and in A4 size bond paper with a cover sheets.
  • Documents signed abroad must be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in the country where signed.
  • Audited Financial Statements and Special Audit Reports must be certified by an independent Certified Public Accountant (CPA), with Statement of Representation filed with the SEC. Said statement must indicate the CPA Cert. No., PRC/BOA No. and the PTR No. of the CPA and SEC accreditation of External Auditor if applicable.
  • All applications must indicate the Tax Identification Number (TIN) of the incorporators, directors/trustees, stockholders/members for corporations, and partners for partnerships.
1. STOCK CORPORATIONS
  • Name Verification Slip (on-line or at the Name Verification Unit, 2nd floor, SEC Bldg.)
  • Articles of Incorporation and By-laws
  • Treasurer’s Affidavit
  • Bank Certificate of Deposit (notarized in place where bank is located)
  • Written Undertaking to Change Corporate Name by any Incorporator or Director **
  • Clearance from other government agencies (if applicable)
  • Foreign Investment Application Form F – 100 (for subsidiaries of foreign corporations)
  • Proof of Inward Remittance by Non-Resident Aliens/Subscribers
2. NON-STOCK CORPORATIONS
  • Name Verification Slip (on-line or at the Name Verification Unit, 2nd floor, SEC Bldg.)
  • Articles of Incorporation and By-laws
  • Bank Certificate of Deposit of at least P1 million, and a statement of willingness to allow the Commission to conduct an audit. (only if a Foundation is to be registered)
  • Written Undertaking to Change Corporate Name by any Trustee **
  • List of members and amount contributed certified by the Secretary and Treasurer **
  • Copy of the Certificate of election or letter of appointment of a bishop, rabbi, presiding priest etc. (only for Corporation Sole)
  • Master Deed duly entered under the primary entry of the concerned Register of Deeds and Certification that there is no existing similar corporation within the condominium (only for Condominium Corporations)
  • Certification from the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) that there is no other existing homeowners or similar associations in the community where the association is to be established (only for Neighborhood Associations)
3. PARTNERSHIPS (GENERAL / LIMITED)
  • Name Verification Slip (on-line or at the Name Verification Unit, 2nd floor, SEC Bldg.)
  • Articles of Partnership (For Limited Partnerships, this should be executed under oath “JURAT”)
  • Written Undertaking to Change Corporate Name by any Partner **
  • Form F – 105 for partnerships with Foreign Equity
  • Proof of Inward Remittance by foreign partners
PROCEDURE:
  1. Verify/reserve proposed name (on-line or at the Name Verification Unit, 2nd floor, SEC Bldg.)
  2. Draw up the Articles of Incorporation and ByLaws in accordance with the Corporation Code. (Blank forms are also available at SECCU, 3rd floor, SEC Bldg.)
  3. If applicable, get endorsements from other government agencies. In addition, the CRMD obtains clearances from other SEC departments whenever these are deemed appropriate.
  4. Deposit paid-up capital / contribution (for foundations only) in the bank.
  5. Present six (6) sets of the accomplished forms and documents for pre-processing at the CRMD. Only complete application documents are accepted for processing. All documents executed outside the Philippines must be authenticated by the appropriate Philippine embassy or consulate in the area concerned.
  6. Pay the filing fees to Cashiers’ counter. (located at G/F SEC Bldg.)
  7. Claim the Certificate/License from the Releasing Unit, Records Division upon presentation of the official receipt issued for payment of filing fee.
REMINDER: Applicants must buy and register their Stock & Transfer Book or Membership Book immediately after the issuance of the Certificate of incorporation or within 30 days upon issuance thereof.
All registered corporations are required to submit a yearly General Information Sheet (GIS) and Audited Financial Statement (AFS) in the appropriate formats specified by the Commission.
FEES:
For Payment, please see it HERE!

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