Doing business in the Philippines. Entering the Philippine market

Our services

Save your business tens of thousands of dollars
when entering the Philippines market

Save your business tens of thousands of dollars
when entering the Philippines market

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Market research

We will provide a competitive landscape analysis, a detailed understanding of your target audience, and in-depth industry analytics. You will gain a clear picture of the business conditions and market specifics in the Philippines

Market research

Business plan & strategies

Receive a comprehensive business plan for entering the Philippine market. We will develop it with consideration of the country’s economic realities, cultural specifics, your goals, and available resources. The plan will cover all key sections — from market analysis and marketing strategy to financial modeling and risk assessment

Business plan & strategies

Business setup consultation

We will develop tailored recommendations for your business’s entry into the Philippine market. You will gain a deep understanding of your target audience, the competitive landscape, and the specifics of consumer behavior. We will explain in detail the key stages of market entry and prepare practical steps for a confident launch

Business setup consultation

Positioning strategies

We will create a clear and detailed profile of your target audience, taking into account their needs, behavior, and motivations. This will allow you to more precisely adapt your product or service to increase sales. Additionally, we will analyze key market trends and, based on this data, develop a positioning strategy that ensures stable and effective growth in your chosen market

Positioning strategies

General information

Population
109 180 815 people
Official language
Filipino, English
Main religion
Catholicism
Currency
Philippine peso (PHP)
Time zone
UTC+8

Economy of the Philippines

GDP per capita
3924 USD
Economic growth
3,7%
Unemployment
2,1%
Inflation
4,1%
Investment inflow
10,3 billion USD

Business in the Philippines

Popular type of legal entity
Corporation
Minimum number of shareholders
5
Company registration period
30 days
Minimum share capital
200 000 USD
Restrictions for foreigners on starting a business
Yes, in some industries, foreign ownership is restricted or limited
A local director is required?
No, but a resident agent is required
Corporate tax
30%
VAT
12%

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages
english-speaking workforce, strategic location for trade, growing consumer market, competitive labor costs, and abundant natural resources
Disadvantages
bureaucracy and administrative barriers, corruption, weak infrastructure, legal instability, high competition in certain industries, natural risks, and workforce challenges