PASSENGERS flying out of the country must be at airports four hours early as part of expected beefed-up security measures, including stricter immigration protocols. This mandates all agencies in the customs, immigration and quarantine services to tighten security,” said Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente. ADVERTISEMENTInternational passengers should be at the airport early to allow for security baggage checks, check in at airlines and immigration inspection, he said. Morente said travelers should be cleared for departure at the immigration counter at least 45 minutes before the flight. This prompted airport and airline officials to advise passengers on domestic and international flights to arrive earlier at the airport.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 06, 2016 18:45 UTC