DTI BUSINESS NAME REGISTRATION GUIDE
Completing DTI business name registration Philippines wide is the mandatory first step for Filipino sole proprietors before applying for a barangay clearance, Mayor’s permit, or BIR Certificate of Registration. You can register online in 15 to 30 minutes through the DTI Business Name Registration System (BNRS), with government fees ranging from Php 200 (barangay scope) to Php 2,000 (national scope) plus Php 30 Documentary Stamp Tax under DTI DAO 10-10. Remember that a DTI certificate grants legal use of your business trade name for 5 years, but you still need LGU and BIR permits before issuing official invoices.
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How Do You Register a Business Name on DTI BNRS?
Prepare 3 Name Options & Descriptor
Combine your dominant name (for example, “Lunsad”) with an accurate business descriptor (such as “Strategic Management Services” or “Coffee Shop”). Check availability on the DTI BNRS portal.
Choose Your Territorial Scope
Select Barangay (Php 200), City or Municipality (Php 500), Regional (Php 1,000), or National (Php 2,000), plus Php 30 Documentary Stamp Tax (DST). If you sell online across cities, pick Regional or National.
Fill Out Owner Details & PSIC Code
Enter your legal name, TIN, residential and business addresses, and select the matching Philippine Standard Industrial Classification (PSIC) activity code.
Pay Within 7 Calendar Days & Download Certificate
Pay the exact DTI fee via GCash, Maya, LandBank Link.Biz, or over the counter within 7 days, then download your Certificate of Business Name Registration PDF.
What Are the Requirements for DTI Registration?
- Applicant must be a Filipino citizen, at least 18 years old
- One valid government-issued ID (PhilSys National ID, Passport, Driver’s License, UMID, or Postal ID)
- Proposed business trade name (dominant word + industry descriptor)
- Complete business address (including barangay, city or municipality, and zip code)
- Personal Tax Identification Number (TIN), if already issued by the BIR
- GCash, Maya, or online banking account for the BNRS fee + Php 30 DST
How Much Does DTI Cost and How Long Does It Take?
Online Processing Time: Same-day approval (15 to 30 minutes) once payment is confirmed on DTI BNRS, subject to the DTI Citizen’s Charter (RA 11032).
Official Fees (DAO 10-10): Barangay Php 200 | City/Municipality Php 500 | Regional Php 1,000 | National Php 2,000 (all plus Php 30 DST).
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What Questions Do Sole Proprietors Ask About DTI?
Is a DTI certificate enough to start issuing official invoices?
No. Your DTI certificate registers your trade name only. You still need your barangay clearance, Mayor’s Permit, and BIR Form 2303 Certificate of Registration before you can print and issue BIR-registered invoices.
What if I have business partners or want limited liability?
DTI is strictly for one individual sole proprietor. If you have co-founders or want to separate personal assets from business liabilities, read our DTI vs SEC Guide.
Done With DTI? See What Comes Next.
After DTI, your next steps are your barangay clearance, Mayor’s permit, and BIR registration within 30 days. Explore our programs or message us on Messenger.
Quick Summary: DTI Business Name Registration in the Philippines
DTI business name registration in the Philippines is completed online via the DTI Business Name Registration System (BNRS) and gives a sole proprietor legal rights to a trade name for 5 years. Fees follow DTI DAO 10-10 by territorial scope (Php 200 Barangay to Php 2,000 National, plus Php 30 Documentary Stamp Tax).
| Who Must Register | Filipino citizens (18+ years old) operating as a sole proprietorship |
|---|---|
| Official Portal | DTI Business Name Registration System (bnrs.dti.gov.ph) |
| Scope Fees (DAO 10-10) | Barangay Php 200 | City/Municipality Php 500 | Regional Php 1,000 | National Php 2,000 (+ Php 30 DST) |
| Validity Period | 5 years from registration date, renewable online |
| Mandatory Next Steps | Barangay Clearance, LGU Mayor’s Permit, and BIR Form 1901 / 2303 within 30 days |