Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies
BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057 clarifies the application of Commonwealth Act No. 613 regarding the acts of misinterpretation by foreigners in other government agencies. It states that the provisions concerning false statements made under oath only apply to immigration matters and do not extend to misinterpretations in other contexts. Reports of such misinterpretations will be forwarded to the Intelligence Division for verification and potential violations of immigration laws. The order also mandates the creation of a database for monitoring these incidents and repeals any inconsistent previous guidelines. The order is effective immediately upon approval.
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- What is Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies about?
- BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057 clarifies the application of Commonwealth Act No. 613 regarding the acts of misinterpretation by foreigners in other government agencies. It states that the provisions concerning false statements made under oath only apply to immigration matters and do not extend to misinterpretations in other contexts. Reports of such misinterpretations will be forwarded to the Intelligence Division for verification and potential violations of immigration laws. The order also mandates the creation of a database for monitoring these incidents and repeals any inconsistent previous guidelines. The order is effective immediately upon approval.
- What type of law is BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057?
- Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies (BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057) is a Philippine Other Rules and Procedures enacted by the Congress of the Philippines.
- When was Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies enacted?
- Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies (BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057) was enacted on Nov 13, 2014.
- What is the citation for Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies?
- Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies, BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057, Nov 13, 2014 (Philippines)
Law Information
- Reference Number
- BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Other Rules and Procedures
- Subcategory
- Aliens
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
November 13, 2014
BI OPERATIONS ORDER NO. SBM-2014-057
ACTS OF MISINTERPRETATION BY FOREIGNERS IN OTHER GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
WHEREAS, other government agencies have been transmitting reports and information to the Bureau of Immigration of foreigner's acts of misinterpretation in their applications such as Alien Employment Permits and Driver's Licenses;
WHEREAS, there is a need to clarify whether Commonwealth Act No. 613, Section 37 (a) (9) in relation to Section 45 (f), applies to acts of misinterpretations committed in other government agencies;
WHEREAS, Commonwealth Act No. 613, Section 37 (a) (9) in relation to Section 45 (f) covers foreigners who, in any immigration matter, shall knowingly make under oath any false statement or representation;
WHEREFORE, pursuant to Section 3 of Commonwealth Act No. 613, as amended, the following is hereby ordered:
SECTION 1. Applicability. — Commonwealth Act No. 613, Section 37 (a) (9) in relation to Section 45 (f) shall only apply to false statements or representations knowingly made under oath by foreigners in any immigration matter and shall not cover acts of misinterpretations by foreigners in other government agencies.
SECTION 2. Disposition. — All reports and information received by the Bureau of Immigration from other governing agencies concerning acts of misinterpretation by foreigners in their respective offices shall be endorsed to the Intelligence Division for verification and investigation of probable violation/s of immigration and citizenship laws, rules and regulations by such foreigners.
SECTION 3. Monitoring and Database. — For purposes of proper monitoring and cross-referencing, the Intelligence Division shall maintain a database of said reports and information.
SECTION 4. Repealing Clause. — All rules, procedures, guidelines and previous issuances inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed and/or modified accordingly.
SECTION 5. Effectivity. — This Order shall take effect immediately upon approval.
Furnish a copy of this Circular to the Office of the National Administrative Register (ONAR), U.P. Law Center, Diliman, Quezon City.
(SGD.) SIEGFRED B. MISONCommissioner
Cite This Law
Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies, BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057, Nov 13, 2014 (Philippines)
Acts of Misinterpretation by Foreigners in Other Government Agencies, BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-057 (Phil. 2014)
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