Do you want to start a business in the Philippines? If yes, you should know why PEZA accreditation is a must.

1. WHAT IS PEZA?
AND WHY YOU NEED IT
A N E N T R E P R E N E U R ' S G U I D E T O O U T S O U R C I N G T O T H E P H I L I P P I N E S
I n s p i r e d O u t s o u r c i n g .

2. WHAT IS PEZA?
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority
(PEZA) is a government agency from the
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
that provides assistance to foreign
entities in facilitating business operations
of investors within selected areas in the
country, also called PEZA Special
Economic Zones. PEZA is authorized to
provide member companies incentives.

3. WHY REGISTER FOR PEZA?
Starting a business in the
Philippines can be a
seamless experience when
you're PEZA accredited.
Also, don't forget...
PEZA-accredited businesses
reap fiscal and non-fiscal
incentives!
Think no tax fees and efficient processing of permits and other registration requirements!

4. FISCAL INCENTIVES
INCOME TAX
HOLIDAY
Applicable for certain
number of years
which translates to
100% exemption from
corporate income tax.
TAX AND DUTY
FREE FOR
IMPORTATION
FEES & DUES
EXEMPTION
VAT ZERO
RATING
EXEMPTION
FROM LOCAL
GOVT PAYMENTS
EXEMPTION
FROM EXPANDED
WITHHOLDING
TAX
SOURCE: PEZA.GOV.PH
For equipment and
parts.
This covers wharfage
dues on import
shipments on
equipment.
For local purchases of
goods and services,
including land-based
telecommunications,
electrical power, water
bills, and lease on
building subject to
compliance with the
Bureau of Internal
Revenue and PEZA
reuirements.
This is applicable to any
and all local government
imposts, fees, licences, or
taxes.
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These benefits are for PEZA-Registered Economic Zone Enterprises.
Benefits listed below are focused on Information Technology Enterprise.

5. 01
02
SIMPLIFIED TRADE PROCEDURES
Import-Export procedures are aided by Electronic Import
Permit System and Automated Export Documentation
System
EMPLOYMENT FOR FOREIGN
NATIONALS
03
NON-FISCAL INCENTIVES
Non-residents can be employed by PEZA-registered
Economic Zone Enterprises in supervisory, technical, or
advisory positions.
SPECIAL VISA PRIVILEGES
This means a Special Non-Immigrant Visa with Multiple
Entry Privileges for the following non-resident Foreign
Nationals in a PEZA-registered Economic Zone enterprise.
This includes Investor/s, officers, and employees in
supervisory, technical, or advisory position. This benefit
extends to spouses and unmarried children under 21 years
of age.
SOURCE: PEZA.GOV.PH

6. HOW TO QUALIFY
FOR PEZA
REGISTRATION &
INCENTIVES?
Export Manufacturing
Information Technology (IT) Service Export
Tourism
Medical Tourism
Agro-industrial Export Manufacturing
Agro-industrial Bio-Fuel Manufacturing
Logistics and Warehousing Services
Economic Zone Development and Operation
Facilities Providers
Utilities
You are eligible to apply for PEZA accreditation if
you are in the following verticals:

7. OPERATING
ECONOMIC
ZONES*
The picture on the right shows a bird's eye
view of PEZA's economic zones which include:
74 Manufacturing Economic Zones
262 Information Technology
Parks/Centers
22 Agro-Industrial Economic Zone
19 Tourism Economic Zones
2 Medical Tourism Parks/Centers
* AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2017 AS
SHOWN IN THE PEZA.GOV.PH
These countless accredited zones ensure a
spot for business owners who want to establish
their business roots in the Philippines.

8. THANK YOU
for your time!
If you want to do business in a PEZA-accredited
facility, get in touch with us today.
Drop us a message at info@eastvantage.com or visit
our website at www.eastvantage.com
Inspired Outsourcing.