MANILA — Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco revealed that his agency is partnering with the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate claims of 'escorting' at airports. In a statement, Tansingco affirmed their intent to work closely with the Justice Department to examine reports of facilitating travelers with problematic documents. This announcement … [Read more...] about BI seeks help of DOJ to probe ‘escorting’ reports
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BI arrests Pakistani nationals in Mindanao for immigration violations and alleged terrorist links
ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has apprehended three Pakistani nationals in Dumalinao, Zamboanga del Sur, amid allegations of their connections with a local terrorist group. On October 3, Pakistani national Faizan Muhammad, also known as Faizan Khan, aged 34, was taken into custody in Purok Durian, Barangay Pinig Libano. His arrest was made on the grounds … [Read more...] about BI arrests Pakistani nationals in Mindanao for immigration violations and alleged terrorist links
Bureau of Immigration arrests South Korean telecoms fraud fugitive
PAMPANGA – In a significant development, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) successfully apprehended a South Korean national who had been sought by authorities for his involvement in telecommunications fraud in his home country. The arrest, conducted by the BI's Fugitive Search Unit (FSU) in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, has garnered attention due to the extensive efforts required to … [Read more...] about Bureau of Immigration arrests South Korean telecoms fraud fugitive
Customs files case against two suspected illegal drug dealers
DAVAO CITY --- The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has lodged criminal complaints with the Department of Justice (DOJ) against two traders allegedly involved in the illegal smuggling of drugs on two separate occasions. In the first case, the trader was charged for unlawful importation of a shipment purportedly containing children’s playing items. However, upon inspection, … [Read more...] about Customs files case against two suspected illegal drug dealers
Immigration to travelers: Be honest
DAVAO CITY --- "Be honest" this is the advise of Bureau of Immigration (BI) commissioner Normal Tansingco to travelers to avoid complications at the airport. Tansingco in a statement Monday said travelers must be honest with their identities and avoid lies as these are red flags or doubtful signs that may affect their international trips. It has been observed that … [Read more...] about Immigration to travelers: Be honest
