Ensures your business remains legally operational for the year
Business setup & company support
Business Permit Renewal
For renewal of licenses with the Local Government Unit
Business Permit Renewal in the Philippines is a mandatory annual process that every registered business must complete to legally continue operations in the new calendar year. This process is typically done in January and involves renewing key documents and registrations with the local government unit (LGU), the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), and other regulatory agencies.
Service overview
Key Benefits of the Business Permit Renewal
Failing to renew on time can result in penalties, surcharges, or temporary closure of the business. Permit renewal is essential to maintaining compliance, updating records, and avoiding disruptions in day-to-day operations.
Avoids penalties, fines, and business closure orders from the LGU or BIR
Keeps your records updated with accurate tax and compliance information
Maintains access to government services, banking, and supplier contracts
Builds your business’s credibility and reputation with clients and partners
Allows for seamless issuance of official receipts (ORs) and tax returns
Required for retaining licenses, accreditations, and special permits
Requirements and details
Who Needs to Renew Their Business Permit
The following types of businesses are required to renew their Business Permit annually:
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SEC-registered partnerships and corporations
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Local and foreign-owned businesses operating in the Philippines
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Businesses with physical offices, stores, warehouses, or online platforms
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Companies registered with the BIR, LGU, and Barangay
How it works
Application Process
The exact requirements and timing depend on your circumstances, but most applications follow these stages.
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Pre-Renewal Assessment
We review your business documents to identify renewal deadlines and potential compliance issues to prevent delays. -
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LGU Business Permit Renewal
We prepare and file your Mayor’s Permit, Barangay Clearance, Sanitary Permit, and other local government requirements. -
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BIR Annual Renewal Compliance
We ensure you are up to date with: BIR Form 0605 (Annual Registration Fee), Books of Accounts stamping, Renewal of Authority to Print Official Receipts (if applicable) -
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Coordination with Social Agencies
We assist in verifying and updating your records with SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG, if your business has employees. -
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Compliance Filing and Receipt Collection
We handle the submission of all renewal documents, track progress, and provide you with official receipts and permits once completed. -
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Optional: Tax Filing and Bookkeeping Setup
Need help after renewal? We offer monthly and quarterly tax compliance, bookkeeping, and payroll services to keep your business compliant year-round.
Application assistance
If you’d like help with the process.
C&G can prepare the documents, coordinate the application and keep you informed from onboarding through completion.
Itemized quoteProfessional and government fees are shown separately.
Dedicated contactA communications manager keeps you updated.
Online paymentEvery C&G invoice can be paid securely online.
In-person supportWe meet you at government appointments when required.
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