Question & AnswerQ&A (BOC CUSTOMS MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 17-93)
The primary purpose is to implement security procedures at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Complex to safeguard the airport premises against saboteurs, mulcters, unscrupulous, and unauthorized persons.
The PNP PASCOM Gate Guards are responsible for inspecting all Customs personnel and their vehicles entering the Airport Ramp Area.
Boarding and searching of aircraft may only be done after the disembarkation of all passengers, except in special circumstances where the search is conducted in the presence of passengers with utmost courtesy and expeditiously.
In such cases, the aircraft may be searched under the same procedures as regular searches, even if passengers are present, to ensure the detection of contraband or prohibited items.
No. Customs personnel not on official duty in the arrival and departure areas must stay in their respective offices and are prohibited from loitering or gallivanting around restricted areas.
Customs personnel must wear proper office uniform including Identification Pass, refrain from eating during duty, avoid sitting improperly or snoozing while on post, and refrain from unnecessary conversations.
No. Non-Customs personnel are prohibited from loitering in arrival, departure, and other areas restricted to Customs personnel only.
The Customs Police District Command is responsible for enforcing and applying the order strictly and uniformly at all times.
Any violation committed by Customs officials or personnel shall be dealt with accordingly, implying administrative or disciplinary action as prescribed by Customs regulations or relevant laws.