IPFWA-International Partnerships and Filipino Workers Affairs

07/10/2026

12 OFW families were assisted by Director Venus E. Apas at the BOC Filipino Workers Affairs and Partnerships Office, raising their Balikbayan concerns directly with Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno through video conference.

The dialogue assured them of BOC’s commitment to help claim their Balikbayan Boxes held due to consolidators’ non‑payment of taxes, proof that under strong leadership and responsive initiatives, Customs remains accessible, compassionate, and dedicated to listening to the needs of our modern‑day heroes.

06/10/2026

The Overseas Filipino Workers Affairs and Partnerships (OFWAP) of the Bureau of Customs is committed to strengthening communication, partnerships, and assistance for our OFWs—helping ensure that their concerns are heard and that their experiences with customs processes are made clearer and more responsive.

Because our OFWs are not just workers abroad. They are Filipinos carrying the hopes of their families and contributing to our nation. 🇵🇭

For our OFWs. For their families. For every Filipino.

05/10/2026

The BOC–Port of Iloilo, in partnership with the Iloilo Provincial Government, held a dialogue with OFW associations to bring Customs services closer to the people. Director Venus E. Apas of the BOC Filipino Workers Affairs and Partnerships Office shared Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno’s initiatives to strengthen government services for OFWs, while District Collector Noli P. Santua, Jr. reaffirmed his support for the Commissioner’s IAM Program by championing responsive, transparent, and efficient Customs service.

Together, their leadership underscores BOC’s commitment to listening to OFWs and ensuring genuine care for our modern-day heroes, while highlighting the rich culture, heritage, and natural beauty of Iloilo. 💙🌿

03/10/2026

The BOC–Port of Iloilo, in partnership with the Iloilo Provincial Government, held a dialogue with OFW associations to bring Customs services closer to the people. Director Venus E. Apas of the BOC Filipino Workers Affairs and Partnerships Office shared Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno’s initiatives to strengthen government services for OFWs, while District Collector Noli P. Santua, Jr. reaffirmed his support for the Commissioner’s IAM Program by championing responsive, transparent, and efficient Customs service. Together, their leadership underscores BOC’s commitment to listening to OFWs and ensuring genuine care for our modern‑day heroes.

02/10/2026

BOC–OFWAP Assistance

Sa gitna ng matinding dalamhati, tinulungan ng Bureau of Customs–Overseas Filipino Workers Affairs and Partnership (BOC‑OFWAP) si Marivic Peji, isang OFW na nawalan ng anak dahil sa lupus. Pinangasiwaan ni Director Venus Apas ang agarang aksyon upang ma-release ang kanyang Balikbayan Box na nakalaan sana para sa kanyang yumaong anak.

Sa pagkakataong ito, ipinakita ng BOC hindi lamang ang kanilang serbisyo, kundi ang malasakit at presensya sa oras ng pangangailangan—patunay ng patuloy na pagtutok at responsibilidad sa mga concerns ng ating mga kababayan abroad.

01/10/2026

A Truly Historic Milestone! 🇵🇭

The Bureau of Customs and the Holy Roman Catholic Church, through the Apostleship of the Sea, have sealed a Memorandum of Understanding—a covenant of cooperation for the Spiritual Renewal and Moral Transformation of our Nation.

Signed by Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno and Bishop Ruperto Santos of Antipolo, Promoter of the Apostleship of the Sea, and witnessed by His Eminence Jose Cardinal Advincula, Archbishop of Manila, together with Director John Simon.

A partnership of faith and governance, charting a path toward a renewed Philippines.

29/09/2026

The Bureau of Customs–Overseas Filipino Workers Affairs and Partnership (BOC‑OFWAP), together with OWWA and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), joined forces in a landmark inter‑agency initiative held at the OWWA Office. The activity centered on the OFW Information, Emergency Communication, and Financial Empowerment Forum, carrying the theme “Empowered OFWs, Connected, Secure Futures: Kaisa Para sa Kapakanan ng mga OFW!”—a collective effort to strengthen support systems for migrant workers and ensure their welfare remains a national priority.

The forum was graced by key leaders and advocates: BOC Director Venus Apas, Department of Migrant Workers Asec. Venancio Legaspi, OWWA Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Deputy Administrator ATTY. Jasmine Gapatan, KAKAMMPI Chair Ma. Fe Nicodemus, with the strong support of BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, who also addressed and endorsed the initiative. Their presence and support underscored the shared commitment of government agencies and civil society partners to empower overseas Filipinos through information access, responsive communication channels, and financial literacy—laying the groundwork for more secure and connected futures for our modern‑day heroes abroad.

29/09/2026

28/09/2026

The full leadership of the Department of Finance, led by Secretary Frederick Go, together with the Bureau of Customs under Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, appeared in full force to defend the budgets of their respective offices during the Plenary Budget Hearing at the House of Representatives, through their respective sponsors on the Plenary Floor.

26/09/2026

Behind every frame is a story. Here’s a little glimpse behind the scenes. 🎥✨