Ombudsman Remulla to gov't: Outsource visa processing, strip DFA of role

GMA Network - Oct 24, 2026

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has called for the outsourcing of visa processing to a third-party service provider, questioning the Department of Foreign Affairs" (DFA) capacity to screen foreigners seeking entry into the Philippines.

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Ombudsman Remulla to gov't: Outsource visa processing, strip DFA of role

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PDEA seizes P6.8M ‘shabu’ in Zamboanga City buy-bust

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