Occupational Permit
Issued to all workers or employees (temporary or permanent) employed within the territorial jurisdiction of Calapan.
Requirements
There are additional documents if you are a first-time job seeker.
Documents
- Application Form (2 copies - secured from BPLO)
- Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
- NBI Clearance or Police Clearance
If first-time job seeker
- Barangay Certificate with an undertaking stating you are a first-time job seeker to avail the assistance.
- Medical Results (X-Ray Result)
- Urine and Stool test results (specifically required for food handlers)
Step-by-step process
Follow these steps to claim your permit.
Secure application form
Secure and fill out the application form at the Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO).
Submit requirements
Submit the application form along with the required documents such as Cedula and NBI/Police Clearance for evaluation.
Assessment and payment
Proceed through the assessment and pay the assessed fees as directed by the BPLO personnel.
Claim permit
Claim the Occupational Permit once processed and approved.
Office info
- Business Permit and Licensing Office
- 95HM+H9J Calapan City Hall, Roxas Dr, Calapan City, 5200 Oriental Mindoro
- (043) 288-2496
- Mon-Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM
Frequently asked questions
The BPLO classifies the issuance of the Occupational Mayor's Permit as a simple transaction, typically taking around 3 hours depending on the volume of applicants.
While in-person application is standard, the city has been integrating services online. Please check the official Calapan City website for recent updates.
A first-time job seeker is defined as a Filipino citizen looking for work for the first time, who is between 15 to 30 years old, and not currently receiving benefits from other government job programs.
Yes, government regulatory fees for standard documents such as the Occupational Permit, Barangay Clearance, and NBI Clearance are free of charge for valid first-time job seekers.
If you are applying as a food handler, you will be required to submit specific test results (Urine and Stool) and also undergo a seminar at the Sanitation Office.
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