Scope and Coverage
- Mandatory registration with the National Book Development Board (NBDB) for all persons and enterprises engaged in any of the specified classifications related to book publishing and associated activities.
- Enumerated classifications include Book Publishers, Printers, Importers, Booksellers, Suppliers of raw materials, Non-print materials sellers and publishers, Forwarders, and relevant Associations.
Statement of Policy and Objectives
- NBDB is responsible for implementing policies under the Book Publishing Industry Development Act.
- Registration and accreditation are prerequisites for receiving government protection, assistance, incentives, and privileges.
- Non-registration disqualifies persons/enterprises from such benefits.
- Registrations may be revoked, suspended or cancelled after due process for violations of laws, ethical standards, or NBDB regulations, resulting in forfeiture of benefits and possible additional penalties.
Registration Procedures
- Applicants must file a notarized application form in duplicate with the NBDB and pay applicable fees.
- Uniform filing fee of Fifty Pesos per classification; additional registration fees upon approval.
- Required attachments include business permits, SEC certificates, company resolutions, lists of skilled personnel, and for publishers, lists of publications.
- Applications processed within 15 days; Certificates of Registration issued upon payment of fees.
- Procedures for reclassification or upgrading of status allowed.
- Annual registration renewal required within 30 days prior to expiry, along with required forms and fees.
- Disapproval of applications communicated in writing with reasons; appeals to the Governing Board allowed within 15 days, decided within 30 days.
- Grounds for disapproval include failure to submit documents, non-payment of fees, failure to remedy violations, or gross legal violations remaining uncorrected.
Classification and Accreditation
- Classification is based on primary business activities.
- Accreditation depends on declared financial, production, and marketing capabilities.
- NBDB verifies information through its visitorial power.
- Accreditation is effective upon issuance of the Certificate of Registration.
Amendment and Effectivity
- NBDB holds exclusive authority to amend, modify or repeal rules related to registration and accreditation.
- Rules become effective fifteen days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
This detailed set of Rules and Regulations govern the registration and accreditation of persons and enterprises in the Philippine book publishing industry, establishing standards, procedures, and compliance requirements to promote orderly development of the sector under RA 8047.