MANILA — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported that its personnel at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) processed an average of 60,727 departures per day during the Undas long weekend from October 27 to November 2.

BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said the highest number of departures was recorded on October 30, with 67,942 outbound passengers processed. On the eve of All Saints’ Day, a total of 61,017 departures and 51,060 arrivals were recorded across all international ports.

During the same period, arrivals averaged 48,688 daily, with the highest number logged on November 2 at 55,303 inbound travelers.

Viado said the Bureau expects more travelers in the coming weeks as the holiday season approaches. “We are pleased to see the steady recovery of outbound and inbound travel, which reflects the confidence of our people to travel again,” he said.

According to the BI, airport operations throughout the Undas weekend were “successful and well-coordinated,” with all personnel on full alert and closely monitoring passenger flow. While occasional heavy lines occurred during peak hours, these were promptly addressed through deployment adjustments and coordination with airport authorities.

The Bureau also reminded travelers that it provides airport operation updates every two hours via its official Facebook page, facebook.com/officialbureauofimmigration, to help passengers plan their trips and airport arrivals.

Looking ahead, the BI announced plans to introduce more e-gates to streamline airport processing. The Bureau has begun procuring additional units, while the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) is also expected to acquire more to accommodate growing passenger volumes.

“With the continuous increase in passenger volume over the years, automation is no longer optional—it’s a necessity,” the Bureau said.

The BI thanked travelers for their patience and cooperation during the busy holiday period and assured the public of its continued commitment to improving efficiency and passenger experience across all ports nationwide.