Manila, March 30 -- The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has intensified its deployment of frontline personnel in major international airports to manage the expected surge in passenger volume during the Holy Week.

"We anticipate a significant increase in passenger traffic this Holy Week. Our officers are fully deployed to ensure smooth and efficient processing, but we strongly advise the public to arrive early and come prepared with complete documents," BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said in a statement Monday.

Viado reminded travelers to arrive at the airport at least three hours before their scheduled flight and ensure that all required travel documents are secured in advance to avoid delays.

He also advised government workers travelin...