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Barangay Certificates

An official document issued by the barangay

A Barangay Certificate is an official document issued by the barangay to certify or validate specific information about an individual, family, or entity within its jurisdiction. These certificates are used for various personal, legal, and business purposes.

Types of Barangay Certificates

Barangay Clearance

Purpose: Certifies that an individual or business is in good standing with the barangay, has no pending disputes, and complies with local regulations.

Common Uses:

  • Job applications.
  • Obtaining government-issued IDs or permits.
  • Supporting document for legal transactions.

Barangay Certificate of Residency

Purpose: Confirms that an individual is a resident of the barangay.

Common Uses:

  • Proof of address for government IDs, loans, or school requirements.
  • Obtaining government-issued IDs or permits.
  • Legal documents requiring verification of residence.

Barangay Certificate of Indigency

Purpose: Certifies that an individual or family is financially underprivileged and may require financial or social assistance.

Common Uses:

  • Applying for government assistance programs (e.g., 4Ps, PhilHealth).
  • Scholarship applications.
  • Fee waivers for legal documents or services.

Barangay Certificate of Good Moral Character

Purpose: Attests to an individual’s good moral standing in the community as observed by barangay officials.

Common Uses:

  • Employment applications.
  • School or scholarship requirements.
  • Court or legal proceedings.

Barangay Certificate for Business

Purpose: Certifies that a business operates within the barangay and adheres to local ordinances.

Common Uses:

  • Requirement for business permits (e.g., Mayor’s Permit)..
  • Proof of local business registration.

Barangay Certificate of No Objection

Purpose: States that the barangay has no objection to specific activities, such as construction, relocation, or public events.

Common Uses:

  • Legal Proceedings involving property or land use.
  • Construction or building permits.

Requirement

  • Government-issued ID (e.g., voter’s ID, driver’s license, or passport)
  • Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
  • Payment of the applicable fee (varies by barangay)

  • Specific supporting documents (varies by certificate type):
  • Proof of residency (e.g., utility bill or lease agreement) for residency certificates
  • Proof of income or financial status for indigency certificates
  • Business registration documents for business-related certificates

Procedure

1. Barangay Hall

Visit the Barangay Hall

2. Application Form

Fill up and submit the necessary application form: Inform the barangay personnel of the specific type of certificate you need (e.g., Barangay Clearance, Certificate of Residency)

3. Requirements

Submit the requirements

4. Required Fee

Settle the required fee

5. Processing

The barangay staff will verify your details, check for any pending disputes, and prepare the certificate

6. Issuance of Certificate

Once processing is complete, the certificate is printed, signed and handed to you, usually within a few minutes

Tips for Faster Processing

Prepare all Documents in Advance

Ensure you have complete and accurate requirements to avoid delays.

Visit During Office Hours

Barangay offices generally operate during weekdays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No lunch breaks.

Confirm Requirements

Call or visit your barangay office beforehand to confirm the exact requirements and fees for your certificate.