Immigration Officers now required to wear body cameras at ports of entry

Effective Monday, September 29, 2025, all law enforcement officers operating at Guyana’s ports of entry, including airports and border points, are required to wear body cameras.

The measure is aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency across immigration operations.

Immigration ranks at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Timehri, and the Eugene F. Correia International Airport, Ogle, have been trained in the use of body cameras and were observed wearing the devices as of Tuesday.

The mandate follows recent allegations that police officers at CJIA demanded money from a passenger in exchange for the release of her lawful items.

CCTV footage and other evidence supported the claim.

Officers implicated in the incident have been placed under close arrest while the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) conducts a full investigation.

Commissioner of Police and Chief Immigration Officer, Clifton Hicken, along with Deputy Chief Immigration Officer, Senior Superintendent Stephen Telford, recently visited CJIA to meet and interact with immigration ranks following the allegations.

The visit underscored the importance of professionalism and adherence to law in immigration operations.

The Guyana Police Force has reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on corruption, warning that any officer found guilty of extortion or bribery will face the full force of the law.

Members of the public are reminded that no payment is required to clear lawful items at CJIA or any other port of entry and are encouraged to report suspected demands for money to the nearest police authority.