1.

What is a Hold Departure Order and under what reasons

can this be filed?

A Hold Departure Order (HDO) prevents an individual to depart from

the Philippines. To file for the said order, a criminal case should be
pending before the Regional Trial Court (RTC) and order should
begiven by the RTC directing the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to hold
the departure of the person/s named. If in case the case does not fall
on a HDO, you may refer to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for an
application for an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order.

2. How do I verify if there is a derogatory record against

me?

You may file for a request for verification at the Clearance and
Certification Section of BI. Just present your passport and pay the
respective fees applicable for the said transaction.

3. How do I lift the derogatory record against me?

For lifting of a derogatory record, one must first get a dismissal of case
from the Clerk of Court of the RTC which issued the order. Submit the
case order together with a letter of request to BI and pay the
respective fees applicable for the said transaction. Once the Order has
been approved, the BI will transmit it to the airports and other offices
for implementation.