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Getting your products out of the country

The usual path for a Philippine business shipping its first export order. Requirements differ by product, so check with the agency for your sector before you commit to a buyer’s timeline.

  1. Register the businessDTI for sole proprietors, SEC for corporations, plus your LGU and BIR registrations.
  2. Register as an exporterGet accredited with the Bureau of Customs so you can file export declarations.
  3. Secure product permitsFDA for processed food and cosmetics; BPI, BFAR or sector agencies for plants, fish and commodities.
  4. Prepare shipping papersCommercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and any health or phytosanitary certificates.
  5. Book and shipWork with a freight forwarder or customs broker to clear the cargo and get it on board.

Who to talk to

Government and industry groups that help Philippine exporters find markets, get certified and join trade fairs.

DTI Export Marketing BureauMarket information, export counseling and buyer matching.dti.gov.ph PhilEXPORTThe national exporters’ association, with trainings and export documentation services.philexport.ph CITEMRuns international trade fairs and buyer missions for Philippine products.citem.gov.ph Bureau of CustomsExporter accreditation and export declarations.customs.gov.ph Food and Drug AdministrationLicenses and product registration for food, cosmetics and health products.fda.gov.ph Bureau of Plant IndustryPhytosanitary certificates for fresh produce and plant products.bpi.gov.ph Philippine Coconut AuthorityRegistration and export clearances for coconut products.pca.gov.ph PhilFIDAGrading and export rules for abaca and other natural fibers.philfida.da.gov.ph

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