BKPM, Immigration, and the Tax Office: What You Need to Know
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Boom Marina Area in Banyuwangi to Be Facilitated with Immigration Checkpoint
Banyuwangi’s Boom Marina will soon have an Immigration Checkpoint, allowing yachts to dock directly without processing permits in Bali. This...
Indonesian Government Reports 5,564 Foreigners Violated Immigration Laws Throughout 2024
Minister of Immigration and Correction Affairs, Agus Andrianto, stated that his department enforced immigration law against 5,564 foreign nationals who...
That Was the Year That Was: Indonesia’s 2024 – A Year of Transition, Promise, and Opportunity
If you’ve been watching Indonesia closely in 2024, you’ll know it’s been a rollercoaster ride; one of political shifts, bold...
Indonesia Issues 471 Golden Visas in 2024 with Total Investment of Rp9 Trillion
Indonesia’s Golden Visa programme has attracted Rp9 trillion in investment thus far, offering long-term residence permits and exclusive benefits for...
Foreign Nationals Holding ITAP and ITAS Can Now Use Immigration Autogates
Indonesia grants ITAP and ITAS holders access to autogates at major airports, enhancing a more convenient and efficient travel experience....
Indonesia’s Immigration Partners with VFS Global to Streamline Visa Applications
A new collaboration between Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration and VFS Global aims to simplify visa applications, offering travellers easier...
Permanent Residents of Singapore Now Visa-Free to Visit Batam, Bintan, and Karimun
The Directorate General of Immigration of the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights has issued a visa-free visit policy...
New Indonesian Immigration Laws Allow Officers Carrying Firearms and Changes in MERP
Director General of Immigration at the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights, Silmy Karim, revealed that the reason immigration...
Golden Visa Officially Launched, President of Indonesia: Golden Privilege for Quality Global Citizens
Indonesia Launches Golden Visa Programme to Attract Global Talent and Investment. The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo,...
Foreigners Deported Increased by 135.21 Per Cent, Says Indonesian Immigration
The Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, noted that his department had deported 1,503 foreigners from Indonesia during the first...
Bridging Visa Bridges the Process of Transition of Foreigner’s Residence Permit in Indonesia
Introducing the Transitional Residence Permit (Bridging Visa) to Streamline the Immigration Process for Foreign Nationals in Indonesia. The Directorate General...
Don’t Make the Wrong Choice, Here’s the Difference Between a Tourist Visit Visa and a Visa on Arrival
Understanding Your Indonesian Visa Options for Your Needs. Foreigners planning to visit Indonesia for tourism or family visits often face...
Enhancing Foreigner Transition: Implementation of Bridging Visa Policy in Indonesia
The Directorate General of Immigration of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights will immediately implement a Bridging Visa policy...
Immigration Facilitates Naturalisation for Children of Dual Nationalities
Now, applicants can electronically submit a request for an Immigration Certificate (Surat Keterangan Keimigrasian or SKIM) with fewer supporting documents....
Visa Extension Services Launched at Prambanan Temple
Foreign nationals, especially those on holiday or living in Yogyakarta and surrounding areas, can now extend their visas in the...
Golden Visa Update: Streamlined Requirements for Foreign Investors in Nusantara Capital City (IKN)
Foreign investors eyeing opportunities in the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) can now secure a Golden Visa with simplified requirements. This...
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Unveils 78 Autogates for Swift and Secure Crossings
A total of 78 autogates at Terminal 3 and Terminal 2 arrival and departure terminals at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport officially...
Indonesia Introduces Online Residence Permit Extension for Foreign Visitors
Foreign nationals visiting Indonesia can now apply for an extension of residence permits online. Silmy Karim, the Director-General of Immigration,...
Indonesian Immigration Issues Five-Year Multiple Entry Visa Policy
The Directorate General of Immigration, Ministry of Law and Human Rights, has introduced a multiple entry visa policy (visa for...
Simplified Indonesian Golden Visa Applications by Bank Mandiri Online Services
Foreign Nationals can open an account with Bank Mandiri online from their home country. This can be used to deposit...