Law & Government | Business Tips Philippines

Manny Pacquiao vs Shane Mosley Fight Results: Boxing and Business

May 3, 2011 Business Tips 1 Comment

There is business in boxing, and its effect on the economy can be significant, especially when the battle in the ring involves the fighter of the decade Manny Pacquiao (52-3-2) and former three-division world champion Shane Mosley (46-6-1) fighting for the WBO Welterweight … [Read more...]

How to get a TIN ID from the BIR Philippines

May 2, 2011 Vic

How to get a TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) ID from the BIR in the Philippines? Before you can file your taxes with the government through the Bureau of Internal Revenue, you need to supply your BIR form with a TIN. Likewise, before your employer (if you’re a local … [Read more...]

How to Apply for a Passport in the Philippines

May 1, 2011 Vic 6 Comments

How to apply and get a passport in the Philippines? If you are attending a business meeting, participating seminars or having a relaxing vacation to any of the ASEAN member nations (e.g., Singapore, Hongkong, Malaysia, Thailand), you must have a passport. A Philippine passport is … [Read more...]

Labor Day in the Philippines: May 2 a Holiday?

April 30, 2011 Vic Leave a Comment

On May 1, which falls on Sunday this year, the Philippines will celebrate its 109th Labor Day. And because most laborers love non-working holidays, the big question now is will the holiday for the Labor Day be moved to Monday? Well, for the year 2011, May 1 falls on Sunday, and … [Read more...]

How to Register with the BIR (for Professionals)

April 28, 2011 Vic

How to register with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) as a self-employed professional in the Philippines? A self-employed individual can be either a person who is engaged in business (sole proprietorship) or a person who practice his profession. In this article, we will … [Read more...]

How to Compute SSS Contributions in the Philippines

April 26, 2011 Vic

How to compute SSS contribution in the Philippines? Employers must know how much employer’s contribution (ER) they must pay to the Philippine Social Security System (SSS) for their employers. If you’re an employee, you might also ask how much employee’s contribution (EE) is … [Read more...]