Pasay City – one of the most bustling and progressive cities in the country - recognizes the importance of a diverse industry sectors – from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to big industries - in fostering economic growth, generating jobs, and providing quality of life for its residents and visitors. The City Government encourages, welcomes, and supports any positive enterprise in the city. While we strongly encourage our taxpayers to go online, our office still accommodates walk-in/on-site applications of permits.

WHY DO BUSINESS IN PASAY CITY?

• Strategic location – Pasay City is the main gateway to the Philippines and provides easy access to various spots not only in Metro Manila but also across the country.
• Business-friendly policies – Pasay City’s policy on Ease of Making Investment (EMI) ensures efficient transactions with the City Government. Securing needed permits/clearances is now as easy as 1-2-3 steps.
• Strong partnership of City Government with its stakeholders – The City Government actively engages businesses to work together for the mutual benefits of the community and the company’s competitiveness.
• Booming tourism – Being a home to many prominent hotels, conventions, and other attractions, Pasay City attracts many travelers and visitors all year round.
• Vibrant business climate – Pasay City implements necessary measures to increase local competition by making it easier for new businesses to start-up and enter the market, while maintaining its attractiveness to already established businesses in the city.
• Attracts qualified workforce – As one of the highly urbanized cities in the country, many qualified professionals and workers prefer to work in Pasay City.
• Resilient and Rising economy – It is expected that with the ongoing major developments, Pasay City will continue to register record growth in its economy.