QC business permit

For a business location in Quezon City. Other cities issue their own permits and assessments.

Cost / amount:

• Local business tax and permit / regulatory charges are assessed for the business activity and declared basis
• Declare capitalization and the exact business activity; there is no single flat fee for every business

Processing time:

• QC publishes an estimated 1–3 days for a complete new-business application
• Zoning issues, inspections and missing ancillary requirements can add time

How to start:

• Use QC E-Services → Business One Stop Shop → Mayor’s Permit

What to bring

• Owner ID and business registration

  DTI for a sole proprietor, SEC for a corporation / partnership, or CDA for a cooperative. Prepare the owner’s ID.

• Proof of the business premises

  QC lists the Tax Declaration for owned premises, or a signed notarized lease stating the property, parties and business use. Add location sketch / photos when requested.

• Activity-specific clearances and representative authority

  Ancillary offices may request zoning, safety or special-regulatory records. A representative needs signed authorization and owner / representative IDs.

How to apply

1. 1
   Choose New or Renewal in the QC portal

   Use the existing business record for renewal. Complete the unified application with accurate activity, premises and financial details.

   Open the official service

2. 2
   Upload documents and respond to office requests

   QC evaluates business, zoning and ancillary requirements. Follow notices instead of opening duplicate applications.

3. 3
   Review the assessment, pay and obtain the permit

   Check the tax / fee line items and business details on the permit. Retain the receipt and observe renewal / inspection conditions.

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