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Company registration in Makati City
Get professional support for your SEC registration, BIR registration, Makati City business permit, and other required government filings.
Starlight Business Consulting Services, Inc. is a private consulting firm. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), or any Philippine government agency.
Starlight Business Consulting Services, Inc. — an independent private consulting firm. We are a private consulting firm and are not a government agency. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), the local government, or any Philippine government agency. This is a paid professional service: our company registration advisory and preparation work is provided for a professional consulting/service fee, which is separate from any government fees. We do not issue government documents, permits, licenses, or certificates of registration; all registrations, filings, and approvals are decided by the relevant government agency, and these services may also be available directly from that agency.
Know exactly what you need to register
Your requirements depend on your ownership structure, business activity, office location, and selected legal entity. Start with a registration path tailored to your actual plans.
For a single shareholder who wants the protection and structure of a corporation.
We can assist with:
For businesses with multiple shareholders, local partners, or foreign investors.
We can assist with:
For an existing foreign company establishing a Philippine presence without a separate local subsidiary.
We can assist with:
Request a customized checklist based on your owners, nationality, business activity, and plans.
Your Makati City registration process
Each stage is connected. We help you prepare the right documents, file in the right sequence, and understand what comes next.
SPEAK WITH OUR TEAMTell us your proposed business activity, ownership structure, nationality, and preferred company type. We identify the registrations and documents your business may require.
We help prepare the required application documents and review them for completeness before submission.
Your application is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Processing depends on name approval, entity type, ownership, document completeness, and government review.
After SEC approval, we assist with tax registration and applicable post-incorporation requirements.
We assist with barangay, zoning, mayor’s permit, and other local requirements applicable to your business.
What is included?
Your service package can be tailored to your company type, business activity, ownership, and required permits.
Instead of managing SEC, BIR, barangay, and city requirements in isolation, work with consultants who can connect the steps and explain what your specific business needs.
Specific requirements, not a generic checklist
Work with a team familiar with the registration steps involved in establishing a business in Makati City.
Coordinate SEC incorporation, BIR registration, barangay requirements, and applicable city permits through one consulting team.
Receive guidance on company structures, foreign ownership considerations, and overseas-document requirements.
Bilingual consultation is available for investors who prefer to discuss their registration requirements in English or Chinese.
Receive a customized document checklist based on your company type, ownership structure, and planned business activity.
Stay informed as your registration moves through its required filing stages.
Who we help
Whether you are forming your first company or establishing a Philippine presence, start with requirements tailored to your situation.
Get a clear list of the registrations, documents, and next steps required for your business.
Frequently asked questions
Eligible applications with complete and accurate documents may be processed within approximately 5–7 business days. The actual timeline depends on company-name approval, entity type, ownership structure, document completeness, and SEC processing.
No. SEC incorporation is only one stage of the complete registration process. BIR registration and local permits require additional processing after the SEC certificate is issued.
Yes, but the permitted foreign-ownership percentage depends on the company’s business activity and applicable Philippine laws and regulations. An ownership assessment should be completed before incorporation documents are finalized.
Yes. Chinese-speaking consultation and registration assistance are available. Select “Chinese” in the consultation form.
The appropriate structure depends on the number of owners, nationality of shareholders, business activity, capitalization, liability considerations, and expansion plans. Our team can assess whether an OPC, domestic corporation, subsidiary, branch office, or another structure is suitable.
Starlight can assist with SEC registration, BIR registration, barangay requirements, Makati City permits, and selected post-registration services. The exact scope will be confirmed in your service proposal.
Requirements vary by company type and ownership structure. Common information includes proposed company names, shareholder and officer details, identification documents, business activities, office address, capitalization, and ownership percentages.
A valid business address is generally required for local registration. The address must also satisfy applicable zoning, lease, and documentary requirements.
The total cost depends on the company type, authorized capital, ownership structure, government fees, required permits, and additional services. Request a registration assessment for a customized quotation.
Get professional assistance with your company structure, SEC application, BIR registration, and Makati City business permits. Start with requirements based on your actual business—not a generic checklist.