Ma. Stella F. Arnaldo / Special to the BusinessMirror GOVERNMENT’S new outbound travel rules will probably do little to solve the problem of human trafficking and likely harass legitimate Filipino travelers just off to vacation abroad. “I really don’t agree with this whole thing,” said Aileen Clemente, president of the…
GOVERNMENT’S new outbound travel rules will probably do little to solve the problem of human trafficking and likely harass legitimate Filipino travelers just off to vacation abroad.
She likewise wanted to find out “what percentage of those traveling abroad fall under human trafficking, that warrant these checks? Is it that big at the airports, given [government’s] definition of voluntary and involuntary travelers?” Among the new protocols announced by the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking include documentary requirements especially for self-funded travelers like a confirmed return ticket, proof of accommodation abroad, proof they earn enough to travel, and a certificate of employment. Other documents are asked of travelers, whose trips are sponsored, and departing overseas Filipino workers .
He added, their agency has long been briefing their clients, especially first-time travelers, prior to departure. “We do assure them [that there won’t be issues upon departure] but up to a certain point. We make them aware that they can be asked routine questions to ensure the genuineness of the purpose of their travel, which is the discretion or the Immigration officer.”Data from the Bureau of Immigration showed some 3.92 million Filipinos traveled abroad from January to December 27, 2022.
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