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General Trias files new and renewal permits through GenTri eBOSS. Its 2025 Citizen's Charter lists 45 minutes of processing for a new permit online and 30 minutes for a renewal. The mayor's permit fee on renewal is payable within the first 20 days of January, and late fees carry a 10% surcharge. Sample published fees include ₱360 for a peddler's mayor's permit.[1,2]
Sample General Trias fees from the 2025 charter
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Mayor's permit fee, peddler | ₱360 |
| Sanitary inspection fee, establishment of 25 to under 50 sq.m. | ₱50 |
| Late payment of fees | 10% surcharge on the original amount |
| Other mayor's permit, garbage and plate fees | Assessed by the city |
One online application for three permits
GenTri eBOSS handles new and renewal permits. The city's charter describes an LGU integrated permit, which bundles the business permit, sanitary permit and barangay business clearance into one online application. The BPLO flags missing documents through eBOSS, you pay online, and the permit is released through eBOSS.[1,2]
That saves a trip to the barangay hall for many applicants. Have your DTI, SEC or CDA certificate ready before you start.
Requirements to watch
A new permit needs proof of registration and a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate for Occupancy that is valid in the last 9 months.[2]
The 9-month limit means an FSIC from a year ago will not work. If your building's certificate is older, ask your landlord to request a new one from the BFP before you apply.
Renewal needs proof of annual gross receipts: financial statements, a sworn declaration of gross sales, or your ITR.[2]
Renewal timing, surcharges and the 2026 stallholder waiver
The charter says the mayor's permit fee on renewal is paid within the first 20 days of January, in line with the Local Government Code, which lets the council extend that. Late fees draw a 10% surcharge on the original amount. That is lower than the 25% many cities charge, but it still adds up.[2,3]
For 2026, City Ordinance No. 25-85 waived penalties and surcharges for public market stallholders who renewed late. It did not extend the deadline for other businesses.[4]
General Trias checklist
- Register your business name with DTI, SEC or CDA first.
- Check that your FSIC for Occupancy is less than 9 months old.
- Apply for the integrated permit on GenTri eBOSS.
- Answer deficiency notices in eBOSS quickly.
- Renewing: upload your sworn declaration of gross sales or ITR.
- Pay within the first 20 days of January.
Questions people ask
- How long does a General Trias business permit take?
- The 2025 charter lists 45 minutes for a new permit online and 30 minutes for a renewal.
- What is the late renewal surcharge in General Trias?
- A 10% surcharge on the original amount of fees due.
- Was the 2026 General Trias deadline extended?
- Not generally. Ordinance No. 25-85 waived penalties for public market stallholders who renewed their 2026 permits late.
- How old can my FSIC be?
- The charter asks for an FSIC for Occupancy valid in the last 9 months.
Sources
Checked 13 November 2026. We link the agency's own page for every requirement. Rules change; confirm with the office before you pay.
- GenTri eBOSS · City Government of General Trias
- Citizen's Charter - OCBPLO 2025 · City Government of General Trias · 2025
- Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991) · Congress of the Philippines (via Lawphil) · 10 October 1991
- City Ordinance No. 25-85 (Special) · City Government of General Trias · 1 December 2025