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Issuance of Barangay Clearance
Barangay / MLGOO
Certification of good standing / residency issued by the barangay.
Requirements
- Valid ID / proof of residency
- Barangay Cedula (if required)
Step-by-step process
| # | Client step | Agency action | Fee | Duration | Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | State purpose and present ID | Verify residency in barangay records | None | 5 minutes | Barangay Secretary |
| 2 | Pay the clearance fee | Issue receipt and prepare clearance | PHP 50.00 | 5 minutes | Barangay Treasurer |
| 3 | Receive the signed clearance | Sign and release the clearance | None | 5 minutes | Punong Barangay |
Business & Permits
Issuance of New Business Permit
Business Permits & Licensing Office (BPLO)
Application and issuance of a new Mayor's / business permit to operate within the Municipality of Bustos.
Requirements
- Barangay Business Clearance
- DTI / SEC / CDA Registration
- Contract of Lease or Land Title
- Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
- Sanitary Permit / Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
- Accomplished Unified Application Form
Step-by-step process
| # | Client step | Agency action | Fee | Duration | Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Submit accomplished application form with requirements | Receive and assess the application | None | 15 minutes | Receiving/Assessment Clerk |
| 2 | Pay the assessed fees at the Treasurer's Office | Accept payment and issue Official Receipt | Per assessment | 20 minutes | Municipal Treasurer's Office |
| 3 | Claim the approved business permit | Release the signed permit and plate/sticker | None | 1 working day | BPLO / Office of the Mayor |
Civil Registry
Request for Birth Certificate
Local Civil Registry Office (LCRO)
Issuance of a certified true copy / certification of a registered birth record.
Requirements
- Valid government-issued ID of the requester
- Authorization letter (if representative)
- Details of the record (name, date and place of birth)
Step-by-step process
| # | Client step | Agency action | Fee | Duration | Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fill out the request slip and present a valid ID | Verify and locate the record | None | 10 minutes | Registration Officer |
| 2 | Pay the certification fee | Issue Official Receipt | PHP 100.00 | 5 minutes | Treasurer's Office |
| 3 | Receive the certified document | Print, sign, and release the certificate | None | 15 minutes | Civil Registrar |