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Start Your Business in the Philippines—With a Clearer Path Through Setup and Permits

A practical, step-by-step guide for international founders planning to set up and operate a business in the Philippines.

Expanding into the Philippines offers strong opportunities—but navigating business registration, permits, hiring, and day-to-day operations can be complex without a clear plan.

This guide simplifies the process by outlining the key steps, typical requirements, and what to expect when setting up and running a business locally.

What You Will Get In The Guide

A practical breakdown of what to expect when setting up and running a business in the Philippines.

A Clear, Step-by-Step Business Setup Guide

Understand how to set up your business in the Philippines through a structured overview—from choosing the right business structure to completing key registrations and permits.
This helps you see the full process in one place, so you can plan your next steps with more clarity.

Key Requirements, Timelines, and What to Expect

Get a practical look at the typical documents, requirements, and timelines involved in each stage of the setup process.
This allows you to prepare in advance, reduce unnecessary back-and-forth, and set realistic expectations when coordinating your business setup.

A Practical Roadmap From Setup to Operations

Learn how to transition from business registration to actual day-to-day operations, including early planning for team setup, workflows, and coordination.
This gives you a clearer direction on how to move forward once your business is ready to operate.

ABOUT US

Franco and Dakota Business Solutions

Franco and Dakota Digital Solutions supports international businesses looking to establish and operate in the Philippines through structured coordination and practical project management.

We help simplify the process by providing clear guidance on setup requirements, coordinating key activities, and supporting the transition from business registration to day-to-day operations.

With a focus on organization, communication, and workflow clarity, we assist clients in navigating different stages of their business setup while aligning timelines, requirements, and operational needs.

Our Approach

We believe that expanding into a new market becomes more manageable with the right structure and coordination. By focusing on clear processes and consistent communication, we aim to help businesses move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Support can include coordination across setup requirements, operational planning, and ongoing project management, depending on business needs.