Joel Anthony Viado

Joel Anthony Viado is the BI Commissioner committed to enhancing border security, protecting Filipino citizens from threats, and improving services for overseas Filipinos. He has led initiatives such as deploying additional personnel during peak travel seasons and opening a dedicated OFW wing at NAIA Terminal 3. Viado also collaborates internationally, like with UNOCT in Luxembourg, to align the BI's operations with global standards.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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BI reports smooth Holy Week at NAIA with over 800K travelers

The Bureau of Immigration reported a smooth Holy Week period at Ninoy Aquino International Airport with over 800,000 passenger departures and arrivals despite high traffic.
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BI arrests Chinese drug suspect wanted by Interpol

A Chinese national wanted for drug trafficking has been arrested in Para帽aque City by the Bureau of Immigration's Fugitive Search Unit.
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BI arrests South Korean couple for $840K fraud

A South Korean couple wanted for large-scale fraud were arrested by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Makati City on April 4.
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5 Chinese POGO-linked suspects arrested off Tawi-Tawi

On Tuesday, April 8, authorities arrested five Chinese nationals linked to Lucky South 99's offshore gaming operations after they attempted to flee via southern maritime routes.
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Viral vlogger arrested, facing deportation for harassment

Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, 33, who went viral for harassing Filipinos in Bonifacio Global City, was arrested on Wednesday and is now facing deportation proceedings.
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BI apprehends overstaying Pakistani, warns crypto scam victims

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) apprehended an undocumented and overstaying Pakistani national, Khasta Rahman, 42, in Makati City on March 27.
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Immigration busts fake ID scheme for foreign workers in Mindanao

Philippine immigration authorities uncovered a scheme in Mindanao where foreigners are using fake Filipino identities to establish businesses hiring illegal aliens.
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BI removes 7 NAIA staff over worker trafficking

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) removed seven personnel from their posts at Ninoy Aquino International Airport for suspected involvement in trafficking Filipino workers, a move aligned with President Marcos' directive to eliminate corruption and strengthen border security.
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NAIA sees 20-30% passenger increase, BI deploys 30 new officers

Passenger volume at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is expected to increase by 20 to 30 percent, with four million passengers recorded in January and February.
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BI arrests US drug trafficker Henry Watkins, Egyptian national Bakhit Akram

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Saturday announced the arrest of an American fugitive named Henry Watkins, 51, for overstaying and alleged drug trafficking.
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