https://ttfc.law/blog/ Legal insights, updates, and practical guidance on Philippine law for foreign investors and international clients. en-us Wed, 13 May 2026 22:06:12 GMT https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-14-visa-types-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-14-visa-types-foreign-investors-philippines/ Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT The definitive legal comparison of the four principal visa pathways for foreign investors and professionals entering the Philippines — from Special Investor's Resident Visas to 9G employment permits — with actionable guidance for each investor profile. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-12-philippine-competition-act-foreign-investors-merger-notification/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-12-philippine-competition-act-foreign-investors-merger-notification/ Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Republic Act No. 10667 changed the landscape for foreign companies acquiring Philippine businesses. If you are a foreign investor considering an acquisition, joint venture, or merger with Philippine operations — or even a domestic company — you must understand the compulsory notification thresholds, the review process, gun-jumping prohibitions, and penalties that can void your transaction and expose you to significant administrative fines. This guide provides a complete legal analysis of the Philippine Competition Act's impact on foreign investment transactions, including the 2025 updated thresholds of PHP 8.5 billion (SOP) and PHP 3.5 billion (SOT), the Phase 1 and Phase 2 review timelines, gun-jumping risks, and the strategic considerations every foreign investor's counsel must address before signing a term sheet. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-09-rohq-vs-branch-office-vs-subsidiary-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-09-rohq-vs-branch-office-vs-subsidiary-foreign-investors-philippines/ Sat, 09 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Setting up a business presence in the Philippines requires foreign investors to navigate a decision that has profound legal, tax, and operational consequences: which corporate structure best serves their regional strategy? The choice between a Regional Operating Headquarters (ROHQ), a Branch Office, and a Domestic Subsidiary is not merely administrative — it determines your tax liability, the scope of activities you may legally conduct, the capital you must commit, the regulatory agencies that oversee you, and your exposure to Philippine laws. This comprehensive guide provides a detailed comparison of all three structures under current Philippine law, including the impact of the CREATE MORE Act (RA 12066), and offers a practical decision framework for foreign investors evaluating their Philippine presence in 2025 and 2026. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-07-vat-digital-services-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-07-vat-digital-services-foreign-companies-philippines/ Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Republic Act No. 12023 — the VAT on Digital Services Act — fundamentally changed the Philippines' tax treatment of digital services consumed within its borders. For foreign companies that provide software, streaming content, cloud infrastructure, or online advertising to Philippine consumers, or that purchase these services from foreign providers, understanding the new VAT framework is essential to staying compliant in 2025 and 2026. This guide covers the scope of covered digital services, registration requirements under the BIR's VDS Portal, B2B and B2C compliance pathways, VAT rates and exemptions, penalty exposure, and the practical steps foreign companies must take to address their digital services tax obligations. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-05-sec-annual-compliance-foreign-corporations-2026/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-05-sec-annual-compliance-foreign-corporations-2026/ Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Securities and Exchange Commission has issued two landmark circulars — SEC Memorandum Circular No. 9, Series of 2026 and SEC Memorandum Circular No. 15, Series of 2025 — fundamentally reshaping the annual compliance landscape for foreign-invested enterprises operating in the Philippines. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of both frameworks, the practical mechanics of filing through the SEC's Electronic Filing and Submission Tool (eFAST), the critical deadlines for fiscal year 2025-2026, and the enhanced penalties that now apply to non-compliant foreign corporations. Foreign investors who treat these filings as mere administrative formalities do so at their peril: the SEC's enforcement posture in 2026 is materially more aggressive than in any prior year, and the consequences of non-compliance extend well beyond monetary penalties to include the suspension of corporate existence itself. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-04-anti-dummy-law-compliance-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-04-anti-dummy-law-compliance-foreign-investors-philippines/ Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Commonwealth Act No. 108 — the Anti-Dummy Law — remains one of the most consequential and least understood statutes governing foreign business activity in the Philippines. Against the backdrop of the Philippines' liberalized investment climate and the Securities and Exchange Commission's landmark Memorandum Circular No. 15, Series of 2025 establishing the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Rules of 2026, foreign investors face a significantly more transparent, more enforced compliance environment than ever before. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the Anti-Dummy Law's statutory framework, the sectors it continues to affect despite recent reforms, the mechanics of beneficial ownership reporting under the new SEC rules, the criminal and civil consequences of violations, and a practical compliance roadmap for foreign investors seeking to establish or maintain a lawful presence in the Philippine market. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-04-bir-tax-audit-guide-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-05-04-bir-tax-audit-guide-foreign-companies-philippines/ Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT On January 27, 2026, the Bureau of Internal Revenue formally lifted its nationwide suspension of tax audits and field enforcement operations through Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 8-2026, ending a pause that had given many foreign-invested enterprises a false sense of security. For foreign companies with Philippine operations — whether operating as subsidiaries, branch offices, ROHQs, or representative offices — the resumption of BIR audit activity means that the compliance posture that may have been acceptable in 2023 or 2024 is no longer adequate. This comprehensive guide covers the new audit framework introduced under RMO 1-2026, the types and phases of BIR tax audits, the rights and obligations of foreign taxpayers during examination, the most common audit findings affecting foreign companies, the penalties and assessment process, and the practical steps foreign investors should take now to prepare their Philippine operations for a renewed enforcement environment. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-30-create-more-act-foreign-investors-philippines-ra-12066/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-30-create-more-act-foreign-investors-philippines-ra-12066/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Signed into law on November 11, 2024, Republic Act No. 12066 — the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act — represents the most significant overhaul of the Philippine investment incentives framework since the CREATE Act of 2021. For foreign investors planning entry into the Philippine market, the changes are substantial: reduced income tax rates, extended incentive durations of up to 27 years, VAT exemptions for export enterprises, and a fundamentally restructured incentives architecture under the Strategic Investment Priority Plan. This guide breaks down everything a foreign investor needs to know about navigating the post-CREATE MORE landscape — with detailed analysis of the Enhanced Deductions Regime, the Special Corporate Income Tax option, the SIPP three-tier structure, BIR Revenue Regulations implementing the law, and the practical steps foreign companies should take to optimize their tax position from the moment they establish their Philippine presence. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-28-hiring-foreign-employees-philippines-legal-guide/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-28-hiring-foreign-employees-philippines-legal-guide/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT From Alien Employment Permits under Commonwealth Act No. 613 and DOLE DO 248, Series of 2024, to Section 47(a)(2) work visas, DOLE local hire ratios, tax obligations under the TRAIN Law and CREATE MORE Act, and recently proposed changes to 9G visa rules — this comprehensive guide covers everything foreign employers, HR directors, and investors need to know about legally hiring and employing foreign nationals in the Philippines. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-23-international-commercial-arbitration-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-23-international-commercial-arbitration-foreign-investors-philippines/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT From RA 9285 and the UNCITRAL Model Law to ICC arbitration, enforcement of foreign awards, and emergency arbitrator relief — this comprehensive guide provides foreign investors with everything they need to know about resolving commercial disputes in the Philippine legal system efficiently, predictably, and with international standards of enforceability. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-21-anti-money-laundering-compliance-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-21-anti-money-laundering-compliance-foreign-companies-philippines/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT From covered transaction reporting thresholds to FATF delisting milestones and BSP circular enforcement, this guide provides foreign investors with a complete legal analysis of AMLA compliance obligations in the Philippines — including who qualifies as a covered person, what transactions must be reported, the consequences of non-compliance, and the practical steps foreign companies must take to avoid criminal liability under Republic Act No. 9160, as amended. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-16-foreign-ownership-rights-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-16-foreign-ownership-rights-foreign-investors-philippines/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT From 100% ownership in export enterprises to zero equity in mass media, Philippine foreign ownership rules are a patchwork of constitutional provisions, statutes, and administrative orders that have evolved significantly since RA 11647 and RA 11595. This guide breaks down exactly what foreign investors can own, in what percentage, and under what conditions — with detailed analysis of the Foreign Investment Negative List, public utility restrictions, retail trade thresholds, land ownership rules, and the sector-specific nuances that every foreign investor must understand before committing capital. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-14-bir-withholding-tax-foreign-corporations-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-14-bir-withholding-tax-foreign-corporations-philippines/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Every time a Philippine company pays a foreign service provider, royalty, or dividend to a non-resident foreign corporation, a withholding tax obligation is triggered. BIR RMC No. 24-2026, issued March 30, 2026, has significantly refined how the BIR applies these rules. This comprehensive guide covers the legal framework, rates, tax treaty implications, and the compliance obligations that foreign investors and their Philippine counterparties must understand. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-04-environmental-compliance-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-04-environmental-compliance-foreign-investors-philippines/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Foreign companies operating in the Philippines must navigate a complex web of environmental laws — from the Environmental Compliance Certificate under PD 1586 to discharge permits under the Clean Water Act and emission permits under the Clean Air Act. This comprehensive guide covers every environmental permit, compliance obligation, and penalty that foreign investors need to know. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-02-foreign-investment-renewable-energy-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-04-02-foreign-investment-renewable-energy-philippines/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Philippines now allows 100% foreign ownership in solar, wind, hydro, and ocean energy projects. This comprehensive guide covers the legal basis under DOJ Opinion No. 21, DOE Circular No. DC2022-11-0034, the Revised Omnibus Guidelines, RA 9513 fiscal incentives, service contract requirements, and step-by-step entry strategies for foreign renewable energy investors. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-31-transfer-pricing-compliance-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-31-transfer-pricing-compliance-foreign-companies-philippines/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Foreign companies with Philippine subsidiaries or branches must comply with strict transfer pricing rules. This comprehensive guide covers the arm's length principle, BIR documentation requirements, materiality thresholds, approved pricing methods, penalties, and advance pricing arrangements under Philippine law. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-29-annual-compliance-checklist-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-29-annual-compliance-checklist-foreign-companies-philippines/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT From SEC filings to BIR tax returns, here are the yearly deadlines and requirements every foreign-owned company in the Philippines must meet to stay in good standing. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-28-can-foreigner-run-ecommerce-business-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-28-can-foreigner-run-ecommerce-business-philippines/ Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT From ownership rules to the new DTI Trustmark, here are the most common questions foreigners ask about launching an online business in the Philippines. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-27-5-mistakes-foreigners-starting-business-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-27-5-mistakes-foreigners-starting-business-philippines/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT From ignoring capital requirements to using dummy arrangements, here are the top legal pitfalls foreign entrepreneurs fall into — and how to avoid them. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-26-tax-treaty-benefits-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-26-tax-treaty-benefits-foreign-companies-philippines/ Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Philippines has double taxation agreements with over 40 countries — but treaty relief isn't automatic. Here's a step-by-step guide to claiming reduced withholding tax rates on dividends, royalties, and interest. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-25-how-foreigner-buy-existing-business-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-25-how-foreigner-buy-existing-business-philippines/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Acquiring an established Philippine company can be faster than building from scratch — but the legal process involves nationality checks, tax clearances, and regulatory filings most foreigners don't expect. Here's a step-by-step checklist. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-24-new-aep-rules-foreign-workers-philippines-dole-do-248/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-24-new-aep-rules-foreign-workers-philippines-dole-do-248/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT DOLE Department Order No. 248 overhauled the Alien Employment Permit process with stricter requirements. Here is what changed and how it affects foreigners planning to work in the Philippines. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-23-can-foreigner-inherit-property-philippines-faq/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-23-can-foreigner-inherit-property-philippines-faq/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Philippine law generally bans foreign land ownership — but inheritance is the one constitutional exception. Here are the five questions foreign heirs ask most, answered plainly. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-22-can-foreigner-be-director-officer-philippine-corporation/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-22-can-foreigner-be-director-officer-philippine-corporation/ Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Yes — but with limits. Here's a quick breakdown of which corporate roles foreigners can hold, which are reserved for Filipinos, and how nationality caps affect board composition. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-21-how-to-close-foreign-company-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-21-how-to-close-foreign-company-philippines/ Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Exiting the Philippine market? Dissolving a foreign-owned corporation requires clearances from the BIR, SEC, and LGU — in the right order. Here's a practical checklist so you don't leave loose ends behind. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-20-can-foreigner-open-restaurant-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-20-can-foreigner-open-restaurant-philippines/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Yes — but the legal path depends on how much you plan to invest. Here's a concise breakdown of the ownership rules, capital requirements, and registration steps for foreign-owned restaurants in the Philippines. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-19-digital-nomad-visa-philippines-faq-foreigners/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-19-digital-nomad-visa-philippines-faq-foreigners/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Executive Order No. 86 created the Philippines' first Digital Nomad Visa. Here are answers to the five most common questions foreign remote workers ask before applying. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-17-bringing-dependents-philippines-foreign-worker-investor/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-17-bringing-dependents-philippines-foreign-worker-investor/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Answers to the five most common questions foreign nationals ask about bringing their spouse and children to the Philippines under work, investor, and special resident visas. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-16-create-more-act-tax-incentives-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-16-create-more-act-tax-incentives-foreign-investors-philippines/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The CREATE MORE Act (RA 12066) overhauled the Philippines' tax incentive framework in late 2024. Here are five key benefits every foreign investor should know before registering with BOI or PEZA. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-14-hiring-filipino-remote-workers-foreign-company-no-entity/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-14-hiring-filipino-remote-workers-foreign-company-no-entity/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Many foreign startups and businesses hire Filipino talent remotely — but doing it legally requires understanding the line between independent contractors and employees under Philippine law. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-13-srrv-retirement-visa-foreigners-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-13-srrv-retirement-visa-foreigners-philippines/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Thinking about retiring in the Philippines? Here are seven frequently asked questions about the Special Resident Retiree's Visa — including the 2025 rule changes that lowered the minimum age to 40. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-12-local-permits-after-sec-registration-foreign-business-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-12-local-permits-after-sec-registration-foreign-business-philippines/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Registered your foreign-owned company with the SEC? That's just the beginning. Here's a step-by-step checklist of the local permits and registrations you still need before you can legally operate. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-11-sec-harbor-beneficial-ownership-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-11-sec-harbor-beneficial-ownership-foreign-companies-philippines/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The SEC's new HARBOR platform for beneficial ownership disclosure went live on January 30, 2026. Here's what foreign corporations — branch offices, representative offices, and ROHQs — need to know to stay compliant. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-10-branch-office-vs-representative-office-vs-rohq-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-10-branch-office-vs-representative-office-vs-rohq-philippines/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Foreign corporations can enter the Philippines through a branch office, representative office, or regional operating headquarters — each with different powers, capital requirements, and tax treatment. Here's how they compare. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-09-can-foreigner-be-sole-proprietor-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-09-can-foreigner-be-sole-proprietor-philippines/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Contrary to popular belief, foreign nationals can register a sole proprietorship in the Philippines — but only if they meet strict capital and regulatory requirements under the Foreign Investments Act. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-08-99-year-lease-law-ra-12252-foreigners-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-08-99-year-lease-law-ra-12252-foreigners-philippines/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Philippines now allows foreign investors to lease private land for up to 99 years under Republic Act No. 12252. Here's what changed, who qualifies, and what foreign businesses need to know. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-07-foreign-divorce-recognition-philippines-guide/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-07-foreign-divorce-recognition-philippines-guide/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Got divorced abroad? Here's what foreigners and their Filipino spouses need to know about getting a foreign divorce legally recognized in the Philippines — from Article 26 requirements to recent Supreme Court rulings. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-06-philippine-startup-visa-foreign-founders-ra-11337/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-06-philippine-startup-visa-foreign-founders-ra-11337/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Innovative Startup Act (RA 11337) created a dedicated startup visa for foreign entrepreneurs in the Philippines. Here are six common questions about eligibility, benefits, and how foreign founders can take advantage of the law. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-05-how-to-remit-profits-philippines-foreign-investor/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-05-how-to-remit-profits-philippines-foreign-investor/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Foreign investors can freely repatriate profits from the Philippines — but only if the right registrations and documentation are in place. Here's a step-by-step checklist covering BSP registration, tax clearances, and banking requirements. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-04-can-foreigners-open-bank-account-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-04-can-foreigners-open-bank-account-philippines/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT A concise FAQ for expats, foreign investors, and digital nomads on opening a Philippine bank account — what you need, which accounts are available, and what the law actually says. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-03-anti-dummy-law-foreigners-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-03-anti-dummy-law-foreigners-philippines/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT A practical checklist for foreign investors, expats, and business owners on how the Anti-Dummy Law (Commonwealth Act No. 108) restricts foreign participation in certain Philippine industries — and how to structure your investment legally. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-02-philippine-competition-law-foreign-investors/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-02-philippine-competition-law-foreign-investors/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT An in-depth legal analysis of the Philippine Competition Act (RA 10667), covering anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominant position, merger notification requirements, PCC enforcement powers, and practical compliance strategies for foreign businesses entering and operating in the Philippine market. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-01-philippine-free-trade-agreements-foreign-investors/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-03-01-philippine-free-trade-agreements-foreign-investors/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT An in-depth legal analysis of the Philippines' free trade agreements — including RCEP, ATIGA, PJEPA, the PH-Korea FTA, and ASEAN dialogue partner agreements — and how foreign investors can leverage preferential tariffs, investment protections, and market access provisions to maximize their Philippine operations. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-28-corporate-governance-requirements-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-28-corporate-governance-requirements-foreign-companies-philippines/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A comprehensive legal guide to corporate governance requirements for foreign-owned companies operating in the Philippines — covering the Revised Corporation Code (RA 11232), SEC Memorandum Circular No. 24 (2019), independent directors, beneficial ownership disclosure, reportorial obligations, related party transactions, and compliance best practices. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-27-foreign-ownership-retail-trade-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-27-foreign-ownership-retail-trade-philippines/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A comprehensive legal guide to foreign ownership in Philippine retail trade — covering Republic Act No. 11595, the amended Retail Trade Liberalization Act, minimum paid-up capital requirements, reciprocity conditions, DTI and SEC registration, the IRR, penalties for non-compliance, and practical strategies for foreign retailers entering the Philippine market. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-26-dispute-resolution-arbitration-foreign-investors-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-26-dispute-resolution-arbitration-foreign-investors-philippines/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A detailed legal guide to dispute resolution and arbitration for foreign investors in the Philippines — covering Republic Act No. 9285 (ADR Act of 2004), Republic Act No. 876 (Arbitration Law), the Special ADR Rules, enforcement of foreign arbitral awards under the New York Convention, the PDRCI and CIAC, mediation requirements, and practical strategies for structuring dispute resolution clauses in cross-border agreements. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-25-import-export-regulations-foreign-businesses-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-25-import-export-regulations-foreign-businesses-philippines/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A detailed legal guide to Philippine import and export regulations for foreign businesses — covering the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (RA 10863), Bureau of Customs accreditation via the Client Profile Registration System (CPRS), tariff classification, import duties and VAT, restricted and prohibited goods, export requirements, ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) preferential tariffs, PEZA and freeport zone benefits, and compliance strategies for foreign investors. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-24-anti-money-laundering-compliance-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-24-anti-money-laundering-compliance-foreign-companies-philippines/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A thorough legal guide to Philippine anti-money laundering compliance for foreign companies — covering RA 9160 (AMLA) as amended by RA 11521, covered persons and institutions, Know-Your-Customer (KYC) requirements, covered and suspicious transaction reporting (CTR/STR), AMLC enforcement powers, beneficial ownership disclosure, penalties of up to 14 years imprisonment, and the Philippines' post-FATF gray list compliance landscape. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-23-employment-law-foreign-employers-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-23-employment-law-foreign-employers-philippines/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A complete legal guide to Philippine employment law for foreign employers — covering the Labor Code (PD 442), alien employment permits, mandatory benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG), 13th month pay, termination procedures, leave entitlements, and compliance obligations that every foreign company hiring in the Philippines must understand. https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-21-intellectual-property-trademark-registration-foreign-companies-philippines/ https://ttfc.law/blog/2026-02-21-intellectual-property-trademark-registration-foreign-companies-philippines/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT A comprehensive legal guide to protecting intellectual property and registering trademarks in the Philippines as a foreign company — covering the IP Code (RA 8293 as amended by RA 10372), the Madrid Protocol, IPOPHL registration procedures, patent and copyright protections, trade secret safeguards, enforcement mechanisms, and practical strategies for foreign businesses securing their IP rights in the Philippine market.