deck_18974413 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
is principally responsible for the administration and enforcement
of immigration, citizenship, and alien admission and registration laws in accordance with the provisions
of the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940.
A
Bureau of Immigration
2
Q
Also known as the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003.
A
RA 9208
3
Q
GENERAL FUNCTIONS of BI
A
- Acts as the primary enforcement arm of the Department of Justice and the President of the
Philippines in ensuring that all foreigners within its territorial jurisdiction comply with existing laws; - Assists local and international law enforcement agencies in securing the tranquility of the state
against foreigners whose presence or stay may be deemed threats to national security, public
safety, public morals and public health and - Acts as chief repository of all immigration records pertaining to entry, temporary sojourn,
admission, residence and departure of all foreigners in the country.
4
Q
Meaning of Sojourn
A
Stay
5
Q
** just read the 13 functions from the modules **
A
gege
