Airlines reminded not to let foreigners covered by travel restrictions to boardMANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration on Monday reminded airlines that they may face fines for allowing foreign nationals barred from entering the country to board their flights. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente stressed that airlines bear the responsibility of making sure only foreign passengers allowed to enter the country get on their flights. Morente warned that foreigners restricted from entering the country will be excluded upon their arrival at the airport. “Airlines likewise face fines and sanctions for allowing improperly documented aliens to board,” the statement also read. BI spokesperson Dana Sandoval explained that the Immigration bureau, Civil Aeronautics Board and Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines impose fines on airlines who will allow travelers currently not allowed to enter the country to board.

Source: Philippine Star May 10, 2021 04:18 UTC