This is the only type of business that is required to be registered at the DTI. There are a few other types of business ownership such as a corporation, partnerships, limited partnership, cooperatives, etc. whose names must be registered to other different departments of the government.

Do corporations need to register with DTI?

Sole proprietors must register with the Department of Trade & Industry (DTI) while corporations and partnerships are registered with the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC). A sole proprietor must register with the DTI and secure a Certificate of Registration.

Who is required to register DTI?

You may apply for DTI business name registration if you meet these eligibility criteria: At least 18 years old (Foreign nationals aged below 18 must submit proof that they come from a country where the legal age is lower than 18.) Filipino citizen.