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Philippines: ACR-I annual reporting reminder.
December 19, 2024
By: Patricia Clarino, Senior Manager, Newland Chase Advisory
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BOI) has issued a notice to remind foreign nationals holding an Alien Certificate Registration (ACR-I) card to complete the mandatory annual reporting between January 1, 2025 and March 1, 2025.
Personal appearance is mandatory for ACR-I cardholders. Individuals will need to bring their original ACR-I card/original paper-based ACR together with their original valid passport. BOI no longer allow representatives to complete the annual report on behalf of the ACR-I cardholder.
Certain individuals are exempted from the mandatory personal appearance and they are:
- Those below 14 years old or those 60 years old and above;
- Those who hold a Person with a Disability ID; and
- Pregnant women and foreign nationals with medical conditions who are able to present a medical certificate.
Newland Chase insights
Adherence to this reporting requirement within the specified period is crucial to avoid potential fines and penalties. As always, don’t hesitate to reach out to your Newland Chase dedicated contact or submit an inquiry here should you have any specific questions regarding this announcement.
This immigration update is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal or scenario-specific advice. Furthermore, it is important to note that immigration announcements are subject to sudden and unexpected changes. Readers are encouraged to reach out to Newland Chase for any case- or company-specific assessments.
