BI reports 12% increase in international travelers for All Saints' and All Souls' Days

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) recorded a 12-percent increase in international travelers amid the observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days, processing 167,538 passengers on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.

This year's anticipated passenger volume is slightly higher than last year’s figures, with daily departures forecast at 43,000 to 48,000 passengers and arrivals estimated between 41,000 and 47,000.

On Oct. 31 alone, the BI tallied 41,078 arrivals and 43,341 departures across the country, with Terminal 3 at NAIA logging the highest volume of 19,223 arrivals and 20,495 departures.

To manage the increased traffic, 58 new immigration officers have been deployed to assist at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), where Terminal 3 saw the highest volume with 19,223 arrivals and 20,495 departures on Oct. 31.

On Nov. 1, the BI recorded similar international traffic with 42,858 arrivals and 40,261 departures.

BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado acknowledged the efforts of BI employees who worked during the holidays, noting that officers have demonstrated commendable commitment to ensuring secure borders and facilitating smooth travel.