Overstaying Pakistani collared

The Bureau of Immigration Intelligence Division (BIID) reported the successful apprehension of an unauthorized and overstaying foreign individual.

BIID operatives identified the foreign national as Khasta Rahman, a Pakistani national who was arrested at a convenience store along Antonio Arnaiz Avenue in Barangay San Lorenzo, Makati City.

Authorities claimed that during verification, it was discovered that Rahman was already overstaying his visa and lacked required documents.

When asked to present his passport, he failed to do so which led to his immediate arrest.

BIID chief Fortunato Manahan Jr. said that the operation was part of the BI’s ongoing effort to locate foreign nationals who are breaking Philippine immigration regulations.

“We remain vigilant in monitoring and apprehending those who abuse their stay in the country. Our intelligence teams work closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure swift action,” Manahan said.

Rahman was taken to the BI Main Office for legal proceedings, medical clearance and documentation after being informed of his constitutional rights.

After a commitment order was issued, he was then transferred to the BI Warden Facility in Camp Bagong Diwa, Taguig City.

Meantime, BI commissioner Joel Anthony Viado reiterated the organization’s dedication to upholding immigration laws.

“The Bureau will not put up with transgressions of our immigration laws. Foreign nationals must comply with the legal requirements of their stay in the Philippines, or they will face deportation,” Viado said.

The BI chief disclosed that the said operation was initiated following intelligence information from an anonymous complainant. The subject will face deportation, and eventually, his name will be included in the BI blacklist, banning him from reentering the country.