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SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG Employer Registration Guide (Philippines)

Step-by-step process for registering your business as an employer with SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG in the Philippines, including key documents, processes, and indicative fees as of 2025.

What you’ll learn in this SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG employer registration guide

This employer registration guide for SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG in the Philippines shows you the step-by-step process, forms, and typical fees so you can legally hire staff and remit contributions.

For more context on hiring and employee documents, you can also read our First Staff Hiring Guide and Government IDs Step-by-Step Guide.

Once your business is registered with DTI or SEC and you have your Mayor's/Business Permit, you must register as an employer with SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG. These registrations allow you to remit mandatory government contributions for your employees.

This guide summarizes the typical steps and documents as of 2025. Always confirm requirements with the nearest branch or official website, as forms and processes may change.

SSS

SSS Employer Registration

Step-by-Step Process

Prepare required documents:
- SSS Form R-1 (Employer Registration).
- SSS Form R-1A (Employment Report).
- Specimen Signature Card (SS Form L-501).
- Business registration documents (DTI/SEC, Mayor’s/Business Permit).
- Tax Identification Number (TIN).
Register online via My.SSS or at the SSS branch with jurisdiction over your principal business address.
Submit all required forms and supporting documents.
Receive your SSS Employer Number and confirmation of registration.

Fees

There is no registration fee for creating an SSS employer account. Only future monthly contributions are required based on your employees’ salary brackets.

PhilHealth

PhilHealth Employer Registration

Step-by-Step Process

Complete the following forms:
- PhilHealth Employer Data Record (ER1).
- PhilHealth ER2 (Report of Employees).
- Business registration documents (DTI/SEC), Mayor’s/Business Permit, and TIN.
Submit the documents to the PhilHealth office that covers your business location.
The employer will be assigned a PhilHealth Employer Number (PEN).
Submit new hire reports within 30 days of employment.

Fees

There is no registration fee for PhilHealth employer registration. Businesses are required to remit premium contributions monthly according to PhilHealth’s schedule for their employees.

Pag-IBIG

Pag-IBIG Employer Registration

Step-by-Step Process

Gather the following documents:
- Employer’s Data Form (EDF).
- Specimen Signature Form.
- eSRS Enrollment Form (for online remittance, if applicable).
- DTI/SEC registration, Mayor’s/Business Permit, and TIN.
File the requirements at the Pag-IBIG servicing branch that covers your business address.
Receive your Certificate of Registration and Employer ID Number (Pag-IBIG PIN).

Fees

There is no registration fee for Pag-IBIG employer registration. Monthly contributions must be remitted based on the Pag-IBIG rate table (generally 2% of monthly salary credit from both employer and employee, up to a maximum cap).

📋 Quick Reference: SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG Employer Registration

Requirement	Key Steps	Main Documents	Fee
SSS Employer	Fill forms, file online or at branch	R-1, R-1A, L-501, DTI/SEC, Mayor’s Permit, TIN	None (only monthly contributions)
PhilHealth	Fill forms, file at branch	ER1, ER2, DTI/SEC, Mayor’s Permit, TIN	None (only monthly premium)
Pag-IBIG	Fill forms, file at branch	EDF, Specimen Form, eSRS, DTI/SEC, Mayor’s Permit, TIN	None (only monthly contributions)

There are no one-time registration fees for SSS, PhilHealth, or Pag-IBIG employer accounts. Only monthly remittances for each employee apply. Always check for updated requirements, forms, or online platforms, as government policies and systems can change.

Keeping your SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG obligations updated protects both your employees and your business from penalties and compliance issues.

For the latest details, refer to the official websites: