Welcome to the Province of Bohol!


Smart, inclusive, and sustainable – this is the future we aim to pursue for Bohol and its people. We are determined to capture investment opportunities that address pressing challenges in order to enhance the quality of place and improve the quality of life. Our provincial vision expresses the aspirations of the people and has become a constant guiding beacon of governance and change leadership. Anchored in that vision, the slogan “Abante Bohol” is a powerful and appealing call for advancement, resilience, innovation, and sustainability. From the very beginning of this administration, we have pursued a clear direction and focused development agenda: our Strategic Governance Roadmap with nine strategic change agenda, fully supportive of the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028.
We assure you of an enabling environment for business to bolster Bohol’s position as a compelling and competitive investment destination. Local investment policies, like the Bohol Renewable Energy Code and the Bohol Economic Development and Investment Code, provide both fiscal and non-fiscal incentives for enterprises in the investment priority areas of the province.
As we communicate our development agenda, we continue to pursue our vision with passion and dedication. May we inspire more entrepreneurs and investors to partner with us as we shape our development landscape in our journey toward a better economy of the future.
Bohol's Key Advantages
What’s in Bohol?
Bilar Man-Made Forest
The Bohol Mahogany Forest, more commonly known as the Bilar Man-Made Forest, is a dense forest stretching two kilometers along the border of Loboc and Bilar towns in Bohol. The forest is mainly made up of white and red mahogany trees. It is part of a reforestation project started over 50 years ago.
Chocolate Hills
The Chocolate Hills are a geological formation in the Philippine province of Bohol. There is a minimum of 1,260 hills and possibly up to 1,776, spread over an area of more than 50 square kilometers. They are covered in green grass that turns a chocolate-brown during the dry season, hence the name.
Dagohoy Solar Power Plant
Dagohoy Green Energy Corporation (DGEC), a subsidiary of PetroGreen Energy Corporation, provided 50 solar-powered street lights to Barangay San Vicente, in Dagohoy, Bohol. These environmentally friendly lighting installations will enable the residents to enjoy a more secure, well-lit, and safe community.
Raffia Weaving in Tubigon
Raffia weaving is a significant industry and cultural practice in Tubigon, Bohol, particularly in Barangay Pinayagan Norte. The town is known for its skilled weavers, who produce a variety of products from raffia, a fiber derived from the buri palm. Tubigon’s raffia weaving is a key part of the local economy, providing employment and income for many residents.
Asin Tibuok
Asín tibuok translates to “whole salt” or “unbroken salt” in English, referring to a rare artisanal sea salt from Bohol, Philippines. It’s made by Boholano salt makers using a traditional method involving filtering seawater through coconut husks and ashes. The resulting salt is known for its unique flavor profile, including smoky and fruity undertones, and is considered an endangered heritage food.
The Alicia Panoramic Park
The Alicia Panoramic Park features the breathtaking landscape of Binabaje Hills of Bgy. Cambaol in Alicia Municipality. The hills, which rise to 400 meters above sea level, are mostly covered in tropical perennial grasses commonly known as Cogon.
“Quality services at competitive costs in a resort environment that offers a high quality of life.”
Events
Latest News
Powering Bohol’s Resilience: 95.2-MW Diesel Plant Ready to Keep the Lights On in Emergencies
The Provincial Government of Bohol welcomes the In-Island Diesel Power Plant Project of Mapalad Power Corporation under the Alsons Power Group. The 95.2-megawatt power plant located in Ubay serves as...
Read MoreAboitiz Infracapital Takes Over Bohol-Panglao International Airport Management
On June 16, 2025, the management of Bohol-Panglao International Airport (PIA) officially transitioned to Aboitiz InfraCapital Bohol Airport Corporation (AIC-BAC), marking a major step in the province’s direction toward sustainable...
Read MoreDriving Progress Through Convergence and Innovation: BEDIPO Accomplishment Report 2024-2025
The Bohol Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (BEDIPO), led by Maria Fe Dominise, reports significant gains from 2024 to mid-2025, reflecting its commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive growth....
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