The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested three Pakistani nationals for immigration violations in General Santos City.

The arrests were carried out on March 17 by operatives of the BI Intelligence Division–Mindanao Intelligence Task Group, in coordination with the Philippine Army and the General Santos City Police Office, by virtue of a mission order.

Arrested were Arslan Ali, 30, and Suleman Ali, 28, who were apprehended at a surplus vehicle display center along Apopong National Highway, Barangay Sinawal. Authorities said the two were actively engaged in business operations without the appropriate work visas.

Initial investigation showed that Arslan Ali had overstayed in the country for nearly five years and admitted to having a pending deportation case, while Suleman Ali was found to be holding only a tourist visa.

A third foreign national, identified as Mudassar Miraj, was also encountered during the operation.

Records showed that his work visa had expired in February 2026, although he claimed to have a pending application for extension. He was also taken in for verification.

The arrested individuals are facing charges for violating the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, as amended, for overstaying and engaging in gainful employment without the proper visa or permit.