The Bureau of Immigration (BI) Intelligence Division headed by Fortunato Manahan, Jr. successfully apprehended an undocumented and overstaying foreign national in a targeted operation on March 27, 2025.
Manahan said BI-Intel operatives took Khasta Rahman, 42, a Pakistani national, into custody at a convenience store along Antonio Arnaiz Avenue, Barangay San Lorenzo, Makati City. Upon verification, Rahman was found to have overstayed and lacked proper documentation. When asked to present his passport, he failed to do so, leading to his immediate apprehension.
According to Manahan, , the operation was part of BI’s continuous efforts to track down foreign nationals violating Philippine immigration laws.
“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 stated.
Rahman was informed of his constitutional rights before being transported to the BI Main Office for documentation, medical clearance, and legal proceedings. A commitment order was later issued, and he was admitted to the BI Warden Facility the same evening.
BI spokesperson Dana Sandoval said the operation was initiated following intelligence information from an anonymous complainant. The subject faces deportation and eventual blacklisting.
