Bureau of Customs

Also known as BoC

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines has been actively addressing misconduct and smuggling by suspending certain operations and implementing strict policies. Recently, Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno was appointed to lead reforms aimed at enhancing border security and professionalizing government operations. The BOC continues its efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking and other forms of contraband, ensuring safer borders for the country.

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Last updated at July 30, 2025.

Recent stories about BoC

BoC exceeds July target by PHP1.094B despite work suspension

Bureau of Customs (BoC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno announced on Friday that his office exceeded the July 2025 collection target by PHP1.094 billion, raising P85.459 billion.
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BOC seizes P40.5M worth of smuggled vapes

The Bureau of Customs seized P40.5 million worth of smuggled vape products from China at the Manila International Container Port on July 14, 2025.
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Authorities intercept PHP25M ketamine smuggling at Clark Freeport

Authorities intercepted an international drug smuggling attempt at Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga on Wednesday, July 30.
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BOC relieves nine customs for extortion, implements 24-hour complaints policy

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has relieved nine customs personnel linked to a reported extortion incident at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3.
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DOA to transfer smuggled safe-for-consumption mackerel from customs

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced on Monday that he will request the Bureau of Customs to transfer two container vans of smuggled frozen mackerel found safe for consumption from the Port of Manila to the Department of Agriculture.
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BOC seizes P749M shabu in balikbayan boxes

BOC operatives seized a shipment containing 110 kilograms of shabu concealed in four balikbayan boxes from California, USA at the Manila International Container Port on Thursday.
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Authorities seize PHP604M worth of shabu from two passengers at NAIA Terminal 3

Authorities arrested two individuals—one arriving from Canada and another from Hong Kong—at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3, uncovering more than PHP604 million worth of shabu.
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Customs seizes P100M worth of smuggled food, 21 cleared

The Bureau of Customs intercepted 31 containers of smuggled onions, carrots, and frozen fish worth an estimated P100 million at the Port of Subic on Tuesday.
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PDEA, BOC seize 110kg shabu worth PHP749M in Manila port

On Monday, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Bureau of Customs seized over 110 kilograms of suspected shabu worth PHP749 million at the Manila International Container Port.
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BOC suspends LOAs and MOs issued before July 2

Newly appointed Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno has suspended the implementation of all previously approved but unserved Letters of Authority (LOAs) and Mission Orders (MOs) issued before July 2.
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