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The Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Israel Customs Directorate signed a Joint Action Plan (JAP) marking the official start of their cooperation toward establishing an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) between the Philippines and Israel. The JAP was signed by Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno and Israel Customs Directorate Director General Kfir Hen. […]
Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno has been honored with the Asia’s Most Outstanding Leader for Customs Modernization and Public Service, recognizing his leadership in driving transformative reforms that have strengthened border security, modernized customs administration, and advanced transparent, efficient, and citizen-focused public service. The distinction reflects the BOC’s sustained progress in digitalization, trade […]
National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag and Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno declared an intensified and uncompromising campaign against smuggling and illicit trade during a joint press conference and inspection of seized illicit cigarettes at Gothong Wharf in Mandaue City. The activity was attended by NBI Regional Director Atty. Dominador Cimafranca, […]
The Bureau of Customs (BOC), under the leadership of Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, intercepted nine (9) containers containing misdeclared vapes and vape-related products at the Manila International Container Port (MICP), with a total approximate value of ₱137 million. Acting on derogatory information, MICP District Collector Atty. Geoffrey De Vera IV issued Alert Orders against nine (9) […]
To address aging perishable cargo and ensure compliance with customs requirements, Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno has warned importers and consignees to fast-track the release of their shipments, particularly those that remain unpaid, unclaimed, or not withdrawn within prescribed reglementary periods. In support of this, Nepomuceno ordered the issuance of Notices of Delinquency […]
A joint operation of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Cebu, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Philippine National Police (PNP), and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), resulted in the interception of eleven 40-foot container vans containing illicit cigarettes with an estimated value of ₱860 million. Initial investigation revealed that […]
Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno was recognized as one of the distinguished awardees during the Third International Tobacco Summit, held in Pasig City. The recognition was conferred by the National Tobacco Administration (NTA) in acknowledgment of the BOC’s sustained efforts in combating illicit tobacco trade and strengthening border protection. Nepomuceno was honored for […]
Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno directed the immediate donation of forfeited goods to support Filipinos affected by the recent earthquake, ensuring that assistance is delivered as quickly as possible. The BOC prepared 12 containers of forfeited goods for distribution, focusing on both urgent needs and early recovery. These include medical equipment to support […]
The Bureau of Customs (BOC), under the leadership of Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, marked a historic milestone in Philippine trade by facilitating the country’s first-ever direct export of Guimaras Geographical Indication (GI) mangoes to the European market through the Port of Iloilo. The shipment consists of 100 kilograms of premium mangoes, which was officially dispatched during […]
The Bureau of Customs – Port of Clark, in coordination with the Clark Inter-Agency Task Force Against Illegal Drugs (CRK-IATFAID), intercepted a shipment containing 4,050 grams of Methamphetamine Hydrochloride or “shabu” with an estimated value of ₱27,540,000. The shipment originated from the United States of America and was bound for Mandaluyong City. The shipment arrived […]