BSP Licensing for Crypto Exchanges and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) in the Philippines
Guide for foreign VASPs on BSP VASP license steps in the Philippines, covering anti-money laundering duties, governance, and capitalization planning.
Innovative Startup Act Exemptions – Helping Foreign Tech Founders Bypass Traditional Minimum Capital Rules
Learn how the Innovative Startup Act and startup endorsement can reduce minimum paid-in capital for foreign founders building Philippine domestic market startups.
The Strict Ban Preventing Foreign Investment in Local Security Firms and Private Security Agencies in the Philippines
Explains the Philippine foreign ownership ban on private security agencies, licensing under R.A. 11917, and public safety rationale.
The Constitutional Ban on Foreign Ownership in Philippine Broadcasting
Explains the Philippine mass media foreign ownership ban under Article XVI Section 11(1), covering broadcasting equity limits, control risks, and compliance tips.
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Defense and Materiel Manufacturing (40% Cap) – Meeting Legal Demands Under the Foreign Investment Negative List
Explains FINL List B limits, the 40% foreign equity cap, and DND/PNP clearances for weapons, ammunition, explosives, and defense materiel production.
SEC Capitalization Demands for Foreign-Owned Credit Businesses and Lending and Financing Companies in the Philippines
Guide to SEC rules on foreign-owned financing and lending companies, including minimum paid-up capital, licensing, and location-based capital requirements.
PCAB Licensing for Foreign Contractors to Operate in the Philippines
Learn PCAB license rules for foreign contractors Philippines, bidding eligibility, JV licensing, and compliance under R.A. 4566 and related rulings.
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Legal Setup Rules for Foreign Headhunting Operations and Private Recruitment Agencies in the Philippines
Explains Philippine rules for private recruitment agencies, the 25% foreign equity cap, licensing limits, and illegal recruitment risks for headhunting.
Foreign Ownership Limits and Compliant Partnerships in Philippine Media / Advertising Agencies (30% Cap)
Philippine foreign ownership cap: advertising industry 70/30 rule vs mass media ban, and compliant ways foreign ad networks can partner in Manila.
SEC and BSP Rules for Philippine Companies Investing in Foreign Startups and Offshore Subsidiaries
Guide to outbound investment compliance for Philippine companies: SEC approvals, BSP-related bank documentation, and common structures for investing abroad.
