The local governments of Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, and Valenzuela (Camanava) Cities have begun accepting business permit renewal applications for this year.

On Tuesday, Jan. 2, the Valenzuela City government launched this year's business renewal and tax payment season by opening several Business One-Stop Shops (BOSS) around the city.

According to the city's Public Information Office (PIO), the initiative coincides with the intensive promotion of the Paspas Permit.

The Paspas Permit is an online business permit application system that enables the issuance of provisional business permits within 10 seconds following payment confirmation.

The Valenzuela City government encourages all businesses and taxpayers to utilize the city’s online payment platform that simplifies procedures and minimize the hassles associated with manual transactions at the City Hall.

According to the city government, the Paspas Permit online service is available through the city’s website at www.valenzuela.gov.ph. By selecting the 3S Plus Valenzuela City online services button, both new and existing users can create accounts, make tax payments, and access a range of online services offered by the Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO), City Assessor’s Office, City Treasurer’s Office, and Office of the Building Officials (OBO).

The services of the Local Civil Registry, City Health Office, Zoning Office, and Land Use Verification are also accessible on the online platform.

The LGU advises taxpayers to meet payment deadlines to avoid facing a 25 percent surcharge and a two percent interest on fees.

The local government has released the following deadlines for applications for the year 2024: Jan. 20 for the first quarter, April 20 for the second quarter, July 20 for the third quarter, and Oct. 20 for the fourth quarter.

The city government has established satellite offices individuals who prefer in-person payments.

The BOSS will operate across the city according to the following schedules: Jan. 2 to 5, Jan. 8 to 12, and Jan. 15 to 19, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Additionally, on Jan. 6, Jan. 13, and 20 (Saturdays), the e-BOSS will operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The e-BOSS locations include ALERT Center-Multipurpose Center Hall in Barangay Malinta, 3S Center Ugong, 3S Center Punturin, 3S Center Karuhatan, 3S Center Gen. T. De Leon, 3S Center Marulas, and 3S Center Canumay West.

The city government also emphasizes adherence to City Ordinance No. 726, Series of 2020, known as the "Mandatory Use of Paspas Permit System for Corporations Ordinance."

The LGU reaffirms their dedication to implementing initiatives enhancing transaction efficiency for all businesses within the city, maintaining its reputation as a business-friendly environment.

Meanwhile, the local governments of Malabon and Navotas Cities have announced the opening of business permit renewal season from Jan. 2 to 20.

Business owners can register through the Malabon Online Business Permit registration for both new and renewal users by creating an account at https://online.malabon.gov.ph and following the provided steps for completion.

The city government has also set up a service desk at Robinsons Malabon to assist business owners in their permit renewal.

For additional queries, business owners may reach out to the BPLO at 849-999 local 3012/3020 or visit their office on the 3rd floor of Malabon City Hall, City’s Public Information Office (PIO) stated.

Business owners from Navotas City can register through https://online.navotas.gov.ph/ or by scanning the quick-response (QR) code below.

The PIO stated that the business permits will be sent online through the website and also be delivered by the BPLO to the business owner's address.

On the other hand, the Caloocan City local government has announced the schedule, locations, and reminders for the payment of Business Tax and Real Property Tax (RPT) to the public.

The LGU states that if the business tax is paid in full on or before Jan. 20, taxpayers shall receive a 10 percent discount.

The deadline will be extended to Jan. 22 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., since Jan. 20 falls on Saturday.

The real property tax can be paid in four equal installments without interest at the option of the taxpayers as follows: the first installment on or before Mar. 31, the second on or before Jun. 30, the third on or before Sept. 30, and the fourth on or before Dec. 31.

Taxpayers will receive discounts if the real property tax is paid in full as follows: a 15 percent discount on or before Jan. 31, a 10 percent discount on or before Feb. 29, and a five percent discount on or before Mar. 31.

However, if the real property tax remains unpaid beyond the specified dates, a two percent per month interest on delinquency will be imposed, not exceeding 72 percent.

Non-payment may result in the property being subjected to public auction if the dues remain unsettled.

According to the city government, taxpayers can pay at the City Treasury Department at City Hall in South Caloocan and on the 3rd floor at Kai Mall for North Caloocan taxpayers from Jan. 2 to 31, Mondays to Fridays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

On Jan. 22, the South Caloocan City Hall will open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., while North Caloocan will open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The LGU also said that online payment options are available through e-wallets such as GCash, Pay Maya, and the Landbankbiz portal.

The electronic receipts (e-OR) will be issued to the business owner.

The city’s PIO said for additional queries, registration, and procedures, individuals may reach out at caloocancity.gov.ph or call 288-88-22 or email at [email protected].