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MANILA, Philippines — A complaint has been filed against two personnel of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) who were present in the warehouse in Bulacan that was raided for allegedly containing “smuggled”…
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines is preparing to issue a warrant to seize a Porsche 918 Spyder that actor Derek Ramsay surrendered, alleging it was misdeclared. The vehicle was flagged after Ramsay turned it over to the Land Transportation Office.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced the condemnation of 20 and scheduled pullout of five more of the 118 overstaying refrigerated containers carrying agricultural products at Subic Bay Freeport.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines announced the seizure of over P23 million worth of misdeclared frozen agricultural and food products, allegedly from China, found in five containers.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) have formalized a strategic partnership through a memorandum of understanding to strengthen border security and customs enforcement via enhanced intelligence sharing and coordination.
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has released new regulations to streamline the customs process for international cable-laying and repair vessels temporarily operating in the country.
MANILA, Philippines — Rebounding from its May shortfall, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) recorded a total revenue of P86 billion in June 2026, exceeding its target income for the month.
Malacañang has praised the Bureau of Customs (BOC) for collecting over P400 billion in revenues during the first five months of the year, surpassing its collection targets.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced the seizure of suspected counterfeit goods valued at P841 million from a warehouse in Valenzuela City, following an intelligence-led operation.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Port of Manila has uncovered approximately P136.9 million worth of misdeclared agricultural and illicit goods across 25 containers.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines has collected over P80.3 million from auctioning five seized luxury cars this year, with four belonging to a contractor couple.
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has extended the validity of import accreditation from one year to three years, aiming to reduce costs and simplify procedures for importers.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines has taken full custody of eight high-value vehicles, worth approximately P143 million, following the cessation of operations by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines announced the interception of over P47.4 million worth of smuggled frozen and processed food products at the Port of Subic in Ilongapo City, Zambales.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines has intercepted one of its largest hauls of illegal vape products this year, valued at P1 billion, in Navotas City.
MANILA, Philippines – Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno on Friday led the inspection of a shipment containing P235 million worth of smuggled cigarettes from the United Arab Emirates bound for the Port of Batangas. In a statement, the BOC chief reported that the shipment containing 637 master cases of cigarettes labeled MAC Super Slim
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Wednesday said P1.2 billion worth of marijuana—initially declared as plasticware—was intercepted at the Manila International Container Port (MICP). According to the BOC, the shipment was discovered during a physical examination at the MICP on March 7, conducted in collaboration with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has turned over P102.46 million to the Treasury, representing the proceeds from the successful public auctions of nine luxury cars. These vehicles were seized from controversial government contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in Batangas, Philippines, seized P235 million worth of undeclared cigarettes originating from the United Arab Emirates.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines has issued a reminder to international and local travelers to adhere strictly to the country's currency declaration regulations for smooth entry and exit.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines announced it will file a complaint with the National Police Commission against members of the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) for allegedly accosting customs personnel during the destruction of smuggled goods.
The Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) announced the reassignment of 13 personnel following an alleged confrontation with Bureau of Customs (BOC) agents in Bulacan.
Four passengers arriving from Bangkok, Thailand, were arrested at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) after the Bureau of Customs (BOC) intercepted suspected marijuana valued at P62.326 million in their baggage.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC)-Port of Batangas announced it generated P23.15 billion in June, surpassing its monthly and midyear revenue goals.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Israel Customs Directorate have signed a joint action plan to formally establish customs and trade facilitation between the two nations.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has collected more than P3.6 million in expected revenue from negotiated sales of various items, including a luxury vehicle, conducted last July.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has removed 10 overstaying refrigerated containers with spoiled cargo from the Port of Subic, aiming to decongest the port and address environmental concerns.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Port of Manila successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle P7.7 million worth of misdeclared agricultural goods.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) successfully sold all 13 luxury vehicles seized from the Discaya couple, generating over P114.7 million. The sale concludes the disposition of the confiscated assets.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) Port of Manila announced another public auction for six luxury vehicles, scheduled to take place on May 7 through sealed bidding.
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) confiscated P174 million worth of illegal goods, believed to be from China, during an operation on April 14 in a Valenzuela warehouse.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) successfully seized an estimated P156.4 million worth of allegedly smuggled cigarettes during an operation at the Port of Davao.
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has collected over P205 million from the negotiated sale of two seized luxury vehicles.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in Manila canceled its public auction of 11 seized luxury cars after no interested bidders registered for the event.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines has scheduled a re-auction of 11 luxury vehicles seized from public works contractors Pacifico and Sarah Discaya for March 27.
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) recognized several companies for their compliance with customs laws and regulations, acknowledging their role in supporting the government's revenue efforts.
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has launched a new electronic certificate of payment (e‑CP) system that significantly boosts service delivery for both government agencies and stakeholders. The e‑CP System is an online application platform that facilitates the submission, processing, and transmission of motor vehicle, components, and parts information, together with the corresponding
MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) intercepted 800 kilograms of suspected high-grade marijuana, known as “kush,” worth ₱640 million on Saturday. The operation took place at the Designated Examination Area, Container Facility Station 3, Manila International Container Port in Tondo, Manila. The movement was in coordination with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — Authorities confiscated some P25 million worth of suspected smuggled footwear at a warehouse in Apalit, Pampanga, on Wednesday. The Crocs brand of footwear, believed to have been smuggled, was discovered after police and Bureau of Customs (BoC) operatives opened a warehouse in Calantipe village around 4 p.m., according to the statement
Nine luxury vehicles seized from contractor couple Sarah and Pacifico "Curlee" Discaya were auctioned by the Bureau of Customs (BOC), generating over P102 million.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno announced that the agency will file administrative complaints with the National Police Commission (Napolcom) against Philippine National Police–Highway Patrol Group (PNP–HPG) personnel following an alleged confrontation.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno explained that the father of the Zamboanga City school shooter, a suspended district commander, left his firearms in his vehicle.
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Regional Field Unit 9, in coordination with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and local police, intercepted P14 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes in Zamboanga City.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) have signed a memorandum of agreement to strengthen border security and combat smuggling through coordinated operations.
Philippine authorities, including the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC), conducted a joint operation on Saturday, July 11, seizing P960-million worth of illicit cigarettes.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Manila International Container Port has seized approximately P137 million worth of smuggled vape products following a physical examination.
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has filed criminal charges against five cargo companies for thousands of abandoned balikbayan boxes at various ports.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has initiated legal action against Makati Express Cargo. This move comes after the company allegedly abandoned numerous balikbayan boxes, leading to a formal complaint from the BOC.
Two Filipino passengers were apprehended at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) Terminal 1 for allegedly carrying P56.6 million worth of suspected shabu. The arrests were made by the Bureau of Customs (BOC).
MANILA, Philippines — The four remaining seized vehicles of contractor couple Cezarah “Sarah” and Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya remained unsold after failed negotiated offers, the Bureau of Customs (BOC)…
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines announced it prevented the entry of P178 million worth of contaminated frozen meat and fish. The shipments were placed under customs custody at the Manila port.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines seized P53 million worth of smuggled pharmaceutical products and other goods at the Manila International Container Port (MICP).
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has implemented measures to expedite the processing of fuel imports in the country, as well as daily monitoring and fuel marking, to ensure a steady…
MANILA, Philippines — There are over 15,000 remaining abandoned balikbayan boxes that are set to be delivered to their rightful owners as the Bureau of Customs (BOC) finished the shipment for all…
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines announced a failed public auction for 11 seized luxury cars after no bidders registered for the event.
MANILA, Philippines — An estimated P382 million worth of illicit cigarette manufacturing materials were seized in Pampanga, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced on Wednesday. The BOC, in a statement, said the materials were seized during an enforcement operation inside a warehouse in Apalit, Pampanga on March 5, 2026 through coordinated efforts between the commission
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Tuesday said it has deployed teams to inspect oil depots as part of a bid to combat hoarding and profiteering amid fuel price increases brought on…
MANILA, Philippines — Customs authorities said on Saturday that they intercepted about P119 million worth of suspected “shabu” (crystal meth) hidden inside resin countertops in a shipment that arrived from the United States. The seizure was conducted by the Bureau of Customs (BOC)-Port of Clark in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)and the
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is pursuing charges against some of its own personnel over their alleged involvement in the illegal importation of agricultural products, the agency said on Wednesday. According to the BOC, the six cases it recently endorsed to the Department of Finance (DOF) against three consignees include BOC personnel
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has filed six criminal complaints against three consignees with the Department of Finance (DOF) for the illegal importation of agricultural products.