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Bureau of Customs

BoC

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is a government agency responsible for enforcing customs laws and regulations in the Philippines, handling the seizure and disposal of smuggled goods, counterfeit items, and illicit substances. Recent activities include the auction of luxury vehicles linked to a flood control scandal and the confiscation of smuggled cigarettes and counterfeit goods. The BOC also faces scrutiny over internal disputes and accountability issues, as seen in the contempt citation of one of its officials.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, December 4, 2025 at 4:23 PM

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Fri, December 5, 2025 at 10:43 AM

BOC generates P9.5 million from auction of two luxury vehicles

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) successfully sold two luxury vehicles, a 2022 Toyota Tundra for P3.48 million and a 2023 Toyota Sequoia for P6 million, in its second public auction, generating P9.5 million.

Wed, December 3, 2025 at 3:56 PM

BOC official cited for contempt over conflicting statements on smuggled goods

A Bureau of Customs (BOC) official stationed at the Port of Subic, Juan San Andres, was cited for contempt by a Senate panel due to conflicting statements regarding the release of smuggled agricultural goods.

Mon, December 1, 2025 at 8:11 PM

LTO seizes nearly 40 vehicles, including 30 luxury cars, for violations

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) confiscated nearly 40 vehicles, including 30 high-end luxury cars, during a week-long enforcement sweep.

Mon, December 1, 2025 at 6:03 PM

BOC may destroy unsold luxury vehicles if not sold by Dec 5

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) may destroy luxury vehicles belonging to contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya if they remain unsold in the upcoming December 5 auction.

Sat, November 29, 2025 at 9:09 PM

BOC to auction 4 luxury vehicles anew on Dec 5

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) will hold a second public auction for four remaining luxury vehicles of the Discaya family on Friday, December 5, 2025, after failed bids in the initial auction.

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PH confiscates P18.64B in fake goods from Jan-Sep, a 47% drop

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines reported that the government confiscated P18.64 billion worth of counterfeit goods from January to September, a 47 percent decrease compared to the same period last year.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 5:27 PM

Govt records P11.2 billion budget surplus in October

The national government recorded an P11.2 billion budget surplus in October, a 76 percent increase from the previous year, attributed to subdued spending and slow revenue growth.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 11:12 AM

P807K worth of high-grade marijuana in Labubu keychains seized at Clark Port

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Clark Port confiscated P807,000 worth of high-grade marijuana concealed within "Labubu" toy keychains.

Sat, November 22, 2025 at 11:25 AM

Naval forces seize P174 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Sulu

Naval forces in Western Mindanao seized smuggled cigarettes valued at P174 million during a five-day operation in Sulu.

Thu, November 20, 2025 at 5:14 PM

Finance Secretary Frederick Go vows to clamp down on tax evaders, smugglers, and grafters

Newly appointed Finance Secretary Frederick Go has declared a strong stance against tax evasion, smuggling, and graft offenders, warning that they will find no room under his term.