In the coming weeks, Bali will be under special immigration control. Authorities have already begun a targeted crackdown on overstaying tourists: from January to March 2025, 128 foreigners were expelled from the island, most frequently citizens of Russia, the USA, and Ukraine. The new Circular No. 7/2025 establishes the principle of 'deport without delay' anyone violating the law or ignoring local behavioral norms, and in popular areas like Ubud, special raid groups from the police, immigration, and village security are in operation.
Another confirmation of the strict line is the case of a 75-year-old German citizen: he arrived on December 5, 2024, but did not extend his visa, overstaying by 2.5 months. The information about the violator was provided by a local resident, after which the Singaraja service detained and deported the foreigner. A 'hotline' was also opened there, where suspicious tourists can be reported. In Singaraja, 15 people of different nationalities have already been expelled in the last six months.
The fine for overstaying remains the same — 1 million rupiah per day; if delayed by more than 60 days, a long-term entry ban and detention until deportation are possible. First, you will have to settle your status at the immigration office.
Immigration emphasizes: do not expect any leniency based on age, nationality, or intentions. Tourists and expats must pay close attention to their stay's duration and the extension of their visas.
Since May 29, a hybrid VoA / eVoA extension system has been in effect: first, apply online at imigrasi.go.id, then a personal visit for biometrics. It takes up to two working days to confirm the appointment. Authorities recommend submitting documents at least a week before the deadline, keeping track of notifications, and not trusting intermediaries promising to 'bypass' the new procedure.
Immigration control has been tightened to coincide with the peak season: the Ngurah Rai Airport forecast shows 1.67 million passengers will pass through its terminals from June 23 to July 14. Visa and stamp checks may take longer than usual.
The main advice remains simple: check your entry stamp date in advance, arrange the extension before the first 30 days expire, and keep a copy of your passport handy. 'Better early than late' — otherwise, your vacation can quickly turn into an expensive overstay and a forced ticket home without the right to return.
If you don't want to spend time in queues and figuring out the system's nuances, entrust everything to Legal Indonesia: we track your visa expiration date in advance, remind you about it, and submit documents on your behalf. You will only need to visit the immigration office once for biometrics, then receive your passport with the extended visa and continue your holiday peacefully.
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