{"id":10817,"date":"2025-02-25T13:10:47","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T05:10:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/?p=10817"},"modified":"2025-02-25T13:10:47","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T05:10:47","slug":"expats-guide-securing-reliable-office-internet-for-your-business-in-the-philippines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/2025\/02\/25\/expats-guide-securing-reliable-office-internet-for-your-business-in-the-philippines\/","title":{"rendered":"EXPATS&#8217; GUIDE: Securing Reliable Office Internet for Your Business in the Philippines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When starting a business in the Philippines, the<strong> Internet<\/strong> is one of the most important business tools. In today&#8217;s digital age, the Internet serves as the backbone for communication, marketing, and operations. It enables entrepreneurs to reach a wider audience, streamline processes, and enhance customer engagement.<\/p>\n<p>So, how do you secure a reliable internet connection for your business? This guide will walk you through the leading internet service providers and the essential steps and requirements for your application.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10818 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_1309100656-e1684479059206.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"481\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_1309100656-e1684479059206.png 481w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/shutterstock_1309100656-e1684479059206-192x300.png 192w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 481px) 100vw, 481px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Infinivan&#8217;s Website<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><strong>Important Considerations Before Signing a Contract!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ask your building administrator.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Buildings and condominiums typically have designated internet service providers, so it\u2019s crucial to consult with the building administrator or owner beforehand.<\/p>\n<p>For older buildings, the internal wiring may be outdated, potentially resulting in slower speeds than what you\u2019ve contracted. Additionally, check with your provider directly, as internet speeds can vary on higher floors of a condominium.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Provide ample notice to your internet service provider.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To ensure a smooth setup, inform the internet service provider of your desired service start date as early as possible. In the Philippines, plans can often change unexpectedly, so allowing ample time for any adjustments is essential.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Subscribe to two or more lines from different providers, if possible.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While the internet infrastructure in the Philippines is improving rapidly, internet connections can still be unstable. Additionally, power outages, though less frequent now, can still occur, leading to unexpected service interruptions. To mitigate these risks, having a backup line from at least two providers with distinct connections is a smart strategy in case of emergencies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10821 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/jakub-zerdzicki-orfe0w1tvs-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/jakub-zerdzicki-orfe0w1tvs-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/jakub-zerdzicki-orfe0w1tvs-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/jakub-zerdzicki-orfe0w1tvs-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/jakub-zerdzicki-orfe0w1tvs-unsplash-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/jakub-zerdzicki-orfe0w1tvs-unsplash-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Unsplash<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><strong>Internet Service Providers<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>For entrepreneurs who would like to sign up for office internet, there are a lot of service providers in the Philippines that offer <strong>Fiber Optic Network<\/strong> that features high-internet speeds compared to a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL). In the Philippines, <strong>InfiniVAN<\/strong> and <strong>RISE<\/strong> deliver fast and reliable internet services in the country.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.infinivan.com\/\"><strong>InfiniVAN<\/strong><\/a>, aligned with Japanese digital solutions, provides a dependable Fiber Optic Network framework tailored for both commercial and residential customers in the Philippines with 24\/7 customer support, in case needed. Through its <strong>Fiber4Business<\/strong> suite, they deliver 30 Mbps for small and medium enterprises, 40 Mbps for premium plan, and 100 Mbps for Infini plan. They can also customize based on your connectivity needs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10884 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/InviniVAN-new-logo-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"956\" height=\"151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/InviniVAN-new-logo-1.png 956w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/InviniVAN-new-logo-1-300x47.png 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/InviniVAN-new-logo-1-768x121.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 956px) 100vw, 956px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Like InfiniVAN, <strong>RISE Network\u2019s<\/strong> fiber internet plans primarily cater to businesses and high-demand users, focusing on uncongested, stable connections and top-tier customer support. They offer Platinum and Gold plans from 60 Mbps to more than 300 Mbps designed for businesses that require reliable, dedicated internet connectivity at a more cost-effective rate.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10886 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/eb1f122e-674b-4a11-81ab-eb50b37ec77a-1568015560714-1024x328.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/eb1f122e-674b-4a11-81ab-eb50b37ec77a-1568015560714-1024x328.png 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/eb1f122e-674b-4a11-81ab-eb50b37ec77a-1568015560714-300x96.png 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/eb1f122e-674b-4a11-81ab-eb50b37ec77a-1568015560714-768x246.png 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/eb1f122e-674b-4a11-81ab-eb50b37ec77a-1568015560714-1536x492.png 1536w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/eb1f122e-674b-4a11-81ab-eb50b37ec77a-1568015560714.png 1560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Meanwhile, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pldtenterprise.com\/\"><strong>PLDT<\/strong><\/a> is one of the leading providers of competitive fiber plans in the Philippines. PLDT has established itself as a dominant player in the Philippine telecommunications industry, particularly when it comes to providing competitive fiber plans for both residential and business customers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10819 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/PLDT.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/PLDT.png 800w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/PLDT-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/PLDT-290x218.png 290w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/PLDT-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from PLDT&#8217;s Website<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><strong>How Do I Sign a Contract for Office Internet in the Philippines?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve chosen the best internet service provider for your needs, you may proceed to the following steps:<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: black solid 1px;padding: 20px\">STEP 1: <strong>Inquire and request for a proposal.<\/strong><\/div>\n<p>After you have gathered all the necessary information, including details about internet speeds and service plans, you can reach out to your chosen internet provider to request a quotation or proposal.<\/p>\n<p>For <strong>PLDT<\/strong>, you may reach out to them via the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <strong><a class=\"font-weight-bold\" href=\"mailto:enterprisecare@pldt.com.ph\">enterprisecare@pldt.com.ph<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact Number:<\/strong> 177 from landline; *177\u00a0from Smart\/TNT<\/li>\n<li><strong>Address:<\/strong> Ramon Cojuangco Building, Makati Avenue corner Ayala Avenue, Legaspi Village, Makati City<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>Infinivan<\/strong>, you may reach out to them via the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.infinivan.com\/contact-us\/info@infinivan.com\">info@infinivan.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact Number:<\/strong> 02-7368-5232<\/li>\n<li><strong>Address:<\/strong> 17th Floor, Ore Central Building, 31st Street corner 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>RISE<\/strong>, you may reach out to them via their website at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rise.ph\/contact-us\/\"><strong>www.rise.ph\/contact-us\/<\/strong><\/a>. They are located at 5\/F OPL Building, 100 C. Palanca Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City, but they are open via appointment only.<\/p>\n<p>They will usually email you with the services tailored to your needs, including the monthly and installation or activation costs.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: black solid 1px;padding: 20px\"><strong>STEP 2: Prepare the documents required for the contract.<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Upon inquiry, you may also request for a list of documents required for your application. For Infinivan, they require the following:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>SEC Certificate of Registration<\/li>\n<li>Articles of Incorporation<\/li>\n<li>Certification of Registration\/BIR 2303<\/li>\n<li>Business Permit<\/li>\n<li>Lease of Contract<\/li>\n<li>Fully accomplished Application form<\/li>\n<li>Audited Financial Statement from previous year<\/li>\n<li>Corporate Secretary Certificate \/ Authority to Transact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>RISE, on the other hand, requests for the following documents:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>BIR Certificate of Registration*<\/li>\n<li>Identification of Signatory (Government-issued ID)*<\/li>\n<li>Board Resolution Authorizing Signatory (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li>PEZA Certificate (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li>Zero-Rating VAT Certificate (if applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"border: black solid 1px;padding: 20px\"><strong>STEP 3: Billing &amp; Payment<\/strong><\/div>\n<p>Once you have submitted the necessary documents and completed your application for the plan, your contract will be finalized. Your internet service provider may issue a Statement of Account (SOA) for your initial deposit. For monthly payments, you will be issued a SOA which you may settle through various payment channels including BAYAD Center and banks. Additionally, the &#8220;Bills Payment&#8221; option of your online bank is also available for your convenience.<\/p>\n<p>While gathering the required documents for the contract may take some time, having everything ready will streamline the process. To finalize the contract, ensure that a Filipino staff member is present to sign, or provide them with a power of attorney to handle the signing on your behalf. It&#8217;s always a good idea to double-check all documents and requirements well in advance to avoid any delays.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10820 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/glenn-carstens-peters-npxXWgQ33ZQ-unsplash-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/glenn-carstens-peters-npxXWgQ33ZQ-unsplash-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/glenn-carstens-peters-npxXWgQ33ZQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/glenn-carstens-peters-npxXWgQ33ZQ-unsplash-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/glenn-carstens-peters-npxXWgQ33ZQ-unsplash-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/tips-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/glenn-carstens-peters-npxXWgQ33ZQ-unsplash-2048x1363.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Unsplash<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Ready to take your business to the next level? With the right internet plan in place, you can empower your team and provide them with the tools they need to succeed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How do you secure a reliable internet connection for your business? 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