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Everything you need to know about IACT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IACT?
The Investment and Action Center for Trade (IACT) is the investment promotion arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region X, covering Northern Mindanao, Philippines. It facilitates business registration, investment matching, and aftercare services for both local and foreign investors.
What regions does IACT cover?
IACT covers the five provinces of Northern Mindanao (Region X): Misamis Oriental, Misamis Occidental, Bukidnon, Camiguin, and Lanao del Norte, including key cities such as Cagayan de Oro, Iligan, Ozamiz, and Malaybalay.
How do I contact the IACT team?
You can reach us through the Contact page on this website, via the "Inquire Now" button in the navigation bar, or by visiting our office at the DTI Regional Office, Cagayan de Oro City. We typically respond within one business day.
What investment incentives are available in Northern Mindanao?
Investors in priority sectors may qualify for incentives under the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises (CREATE) Act and the Barangay Micro Business Enterprise (BMBE) Act, including:
- Income Tax Holiday (ITH) of 4 to 7 years
- Special Corporate Income Tax (SCIT) of 5% on gross income
- Enhanced Deductions (ED) on qualified expenses
- Duty-free importation of capital equipment
- VAT exemptions on local purchases
What is the CREATE Act and how does it benefit investors?
The CREATE Act (RA 11534) reduced the corporate income tax rate from 30% to 20–25% and restructured incentives through the Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB). Registered enterprises in IPAs (Investment Promotion Agencies) can avail of the ITH + SCIT or ITH + Enhanced Deductions package depending on their activity and location tier.
Key terms & definitions
Glossary of Terms
IACT
Investment Assistance Center - A hub providing comprehensive support and resources for investors interested in Northern Mindanao.
BOI
Board of Investments - A government agency that promotes and facilitates investments in priority sectors of the Philippine economy.
PEZA
Philippine Economic Zone Authority - Manages special economic zones and administers tax and non-tax incentives for registered enterprises.
CREATE Act
Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises Act - Provides tax incentives to attract investments and promote economic development.
SCIT
Special Corporate Income Tax - a preferential tax rate 5% tax rate on gross income earned in lieu of all national and local taxes.
ECOZONE
Economic Zone - a designated area where special incentives and streamlined regulations apply to locator enterprises.
SEC
Securities and Exchange Commission - agency overseeing the registration of corporations and partnerships.
ITH
Income Tax Holiday - a period during which a registered enterprise is exempt from paying corporate income tax.
SIPP
Strategic Investment Priorities Plan - the master plan listing investment activitiies eligible for incentives under the CREATE law.
