Ease of Doing Business in Biliran
Biliran is committed to fostering a business-friendly environment that encourages growth, innovation, and opportunities. With streamlined processes, efficient public services, and supportive local governance, the province ensures that starting and managing a business is straightforward and hassle-free. Biliran’s dedication to transparency and responsiveness makes it a prime location for entrepreneurs and investors. Coupled with its strategic location and growing economy, Biliran is paving the way for sustainable development and a thriving business community.
How to get there?
From Ormoc Port → The Province of Biliran
From Tacloban Airport → The Province of Biliran
From Cebu City → The Province of Biliran
Biliran Province's economy grew by 6.6 percent in 2023, marking a continuous rise since 2021. The province's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was estimated at PhP 17.26 billion. (Figure 1)
About the
PROVINCE OF BILIRAN
Biliran is an island province located on the eastern part of the Visayas group of islands. It lies within the geographic coordinates of 11o 28’ 00” to 11o 50’ 00” latitude and 124o 37’ 00” longitude. It is bounded on the east by the Samar Sea, on the west by the Strait of Biliran, on the north by the Visayas Sea, and on the south by Carigara Bay (Map 1). Biliran is represented as a lone district in the House of Representatives.
Biliran Province is composed of eight (8) municipalities, namely: Naval, Almeria, Kawayan, Culaba, Caibiran, Cabucgayan, Biliran, and Maripipi.
INVESTMENT PRIORITY AREA
Incentives for Investors
FISCAL INCENTIVES
- Tax credit equivalent to Ten Percent (10%) of the total cost of approved infrastructure project.
- Exemption from the real property tax for a period of Five (5) years from the start of commercial operation.
NON-FISCAL INCENTIVES
- Provision of a one-stop business registration center for simplified procedures:
- Consistent support for industrial peace;
- Assistance in labor recruitment and mediation; and
- Other non-fiscal incentives as may be determined by the board.
Business Essentials
Minimum Daily Wages
| Non-Agricultural Service or Retail | |
|---|---|
|
Employing 11 Workers and Above |
405.00 |
|
Employing 10 Workers and Below |
375.00 |
| Cottage and Handicraft | 375.00 |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 375.00 |
|---|---|
Utility Rates
| POWER | BILECO *excluding VAT |
|---|---|
|
Residential |
14.01899 |
|
Commercial |
12.6804 |
|
Public Bidding |
12.6804 |
|
Street Lights |
12.6804 |
| WATER | Commodity Charge |
|---|---|
|
– |
Minimum Charge |
|
Residential and Government |
105.00 – ½” 336.00 – 1″ 2,099.99 – 2″ |
|
Commercial and Industrial |
210.00 – ½” 672.00 – 1″ 4,199.98 – 2″ |
CONTACT US
Reach us through
- Capitol Compound, National Highway, Brgy. Calumpang 65 Naval
-
governorsoffice.biliran@gmail.com
ledipobiliran@gmail.com -
(053) 500 - 0138
(053) 507 - 9297
Social Networks
- @provincialgovernmentofbiliran
- @BiliranProvince
- @twitterhandle
