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Bureau of Immigration

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The Bureau of Immigration (BI) plays a critical role in securing the Philippines' borders by intercepting foreign fugitives, enhancing immigration processes through advanced technologies like e-gates, and managing large-scale travel operations efficiently. It collaborates with international agencies and local authorities to ensure national security and streamline passenger facilitation. Recent initiatives include modernizing infrastructure and deploying more personnel to handle increased travel demands.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Fri, January 2, 2026 at 12:01 PM

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Fri, January 2, 2026 at 3:12 PM

BI launches manhunt for 2 escaped South Korean fugitives

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has launched a nationwide manhunt for two South Korean fugitives, Lee Jingyu, 32, and Yang Heejun, 44, who escaped from the BI Warden's Facility in Muntinlupa.

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 9:55 AM

BI foils entry of two foreign fugitives wanted for drug, sex offenses

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) successfully prevented two foreign fugitives from entering the Philippines by utilizing its Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS).

Thu, January 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM

BI warns of new stock market scam targeting Filipinos

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a warning about a new stock market scam targeting Filipinos, where victims are coerced into luring others into fraudulent stock trading platforms.

Wed, December 31, 2025 at 12:00 AM

BI to install 47 e-gates in intl airports for P1.5 billion

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) plans to install 47 electronic gates in international airports across the Philippines, following the successful implementation at Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Fri, December 26, 2025 at 11:51 AM

Global Ferronickel director resigns amid citizenship concerns

Joseph Sy resigned as a director of Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. due to personal considerations and for the best interests of the company.

Tue, December 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM

Chinese fugitive wanted for kidnapping, drug ops deported from PH

Chinese fugitive Shi Chunfang, 40, was deported from the Philippines on December 22nd after being apprehended in Taytay, Rizal on December 14th.

Tue, December 23, 2025 at 2:37 PM

BI deploys 950+ personnel for holiday travel rush

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) deployed over 950 personnel nationwide to manage the holiday travel rush, with 132 additional officers augmenting nationwide operations.

Fri, December 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM

BI nabs Chinese fugitive allegedly linked to meth lab

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested Chinese fugitive Shi Chunfang in Taytay, Rizal, allegedly a kingpin operating a methamphetamine laboratory in the country.

Thu, December 18, 2025 at 5:45 PM

Ex-DPWH chief Bonoan still not back in PHL

Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel Bonoan has not yet returned to the Philippines as of December 18, 2025, missing his scheduled return date.

Tue, December 16, 2025 at 12:28 PM

BI confirms Indian nationals visited PH before terror attack

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) confirmed that Indian nationals Sajid Akram, 59, and his son Naveed Akram, 24, visited the Philippines from November 1 to 28 before carrying out the Bondi Beach terror attack.