Published: 08.05.2026
Indonesia’s immigration authorities are considering reviewing visa-free access for certain countries after foreigners were found using stay permits to work in scam operations. The authorities first plan to strengthen screening and intelligence controls at land, sea and air entry points.
According to the source, Indonesia has not announced an immediate cancellation of visa-free access; a review is being considered after stronger screening measures are introduced and similar violations persist. For travelers and prospective residents, this could mean closer checks for nationals of particular countries if the authorities move from evaluation to policy changes. The development primarily affects citizens of countries viewed by immigration authorities as sources of such violations, as well as people using visa-free entry or stay permits to work. Applicants from potentially affected countries should monitor the issue, while for others it is currently a warning of possible tightening rather than an active restriction.