Please prepare the following for uploading in the online application:


FOR ALL APPLICANTS

  • One (1) valid government issued ID
  • A clean piece of paper with 3 signatures
  • Bank Details - Bank name, account number and branch
  • Philippine Tax Identification Number (TIN)
    For employed, self-employed and foreign citizens


Note: A video call may be conducted at a later date.


Please find below the types of IDs needed based on your citizenship and residency:


FILIPINO CITIZENS

  • One (1) valid Philippine government issued ID
    Photo and signature must be clear


RESIDENT FOREIGNERS

  • One (1) valid passport
    Photo and signature must be clear
  • Philippine residency ID (submit one)
    • Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) 
    • Work Permit from DOLE
    • Special Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV)
    • Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)


NON-RESIDENT FOREIGNERS

  • One (1) valid passport
    Photo and signature must be clear
  • Philippine peso bank account that can accept check deposits


There are also additional requirements needed if the following situations would apply to your application.


OPENING AN IN-TRUST-FOR (ITF) ACCOUNT

  • Birth Certificate for the minor applicant


ID IS IN YOUR MAIDEN NAME

  • Marriage Certificate


SIGNATURE ON ID DIFFERS FROM CURRENT SIGNATURE

  • Another valid ID with the correct signature


FOR APPLICANTS WHO HAVE NOT ATTENDED AN EVENT/SEMINAR WHERE COL IS PRESENT OR HAVE NOT VISITED ANY COL OFFICE YET

  • Video conference with COL's sales officers 


FOR US PERSONS

  • One (1) Valid US Passport or US Green Card
  • Filled out and signed IRS Form (whichever is applicable)
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