Tag: Bureau of Immigration (BI)

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Friday assured that it is ready for the influx of travelers, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), who are...

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Friday cautioned anew foreign nationals in the country against scammers offering immigration services. Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco reiterated the...

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) clarified Tuesday that only fully vaccinated foreign nationals coming from over 150 countries are allowed to enter the country...

“Foreigners from the US have been added to the list of those restricted. However, aliens from the US eligible for entry that arrive prior to January 3 will be allowed to enter but will be referred to the One-Stop Shop for an absolute facility-based 14-day quarantine period,” Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente said in an advisory issued on Saturday.

BI Commissioner Jaime Morente said in a statement that foreign traders and investors, among others, are now allowed to enter the country.

Morente said that the foreign nationals violated Philippine immigration laws for entering the country without a visa and prior notice, and clearance from the Bureau and other port authorities.

On Thursday, the IATF-EID has allowed the entry of foreigners particularly those with long-term visas in the country, starting August 1.

Foreigners are required to report in person to the nearest immigration office in their locality beginning this month until the end of February.