To extend your visa in Indonesia, you must appear in person at the immigration office

In Indonesia, new rules regarding visa extensions for foreign citizens will come into effect on May 29, 2025. These changes are aimed at strengthening immigration control and improving security in the country. Now, all travelers in Indonesia will be required to appear in person at the immigration office to extend their visas.

According to the new requirements, all holders of temporary stay permits (ITAS/KITAS), short-term visas (ITK), and those entering on a visa on arrival (e-Voa or Voa) will have to go through a series of mandatory procedures.

Foreign citizens will now need to:

• Visit the immigration office in person.
• Answer questions from staff.
• Undergo fingerprinting.
• Have their photograph taken.

Before visiting the immigration office, you must submit an online application and upload all the necessary documents. It is important to prepare all the paperwork in advance and check which immigration office you should go to based on your address. This will help avoid delays and simplify the process.

The new visa extension rules in Indonesia are designed to improve control over foreign citizens and enhance national security. The government believes that these changes will help reduce visa violations and ensure greater transparency in the processing of residence permits. Foreign citizens should prepare in advance for the upcoming changes to ensure that the visa extension process goes as smoothly as possible and without unnecessary delays.

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