THE Bureau of Customs (BOC) has collected ₱934.4 billion in revenues last year, up by ₱17.7 billion or 1.9 percent from ₱916.674 billion in 2024.
The BOC said the increase was achieved despite external headwinds, including a slight decline in importations, the suspension of rice imports, and lower global oil and commodity prices.
BOC commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno attributed the growth to stricter enforcement measures, closer monitoring of import declarations, and efforts to ensure the correct payment of duties and taxes.
In 2025, the BOC also expanded its digital payment systems. Its Electronic Payment Portal is now integrated with the Landbank Linkbiz portal, allowing importers and other stakeholders to pay customs duties and taxes around the clock.
The BOC said the integration reduced manual processes and payment delays, with modern digital payment options to be added through an upcoming integration with Maya.
The BOC said it also strengthened post-entry controls through its in-house PCAG Audit Tracker System, which monitors voluntary disclosures and flags possible inconsistencies in import and export declarations at an early stage.
“Every peso collected supports programs that uplift communities and strengthen our nation,” Nepomuceno said, adding that the BOC remains committed to transparency, strict enforcement, and efficient service.
