Jakarta, 21 May 2025 — In response to the growing influx of foreigners entering Indonesia, the Directorate General of Immigration has announced a key regulatory amendment that reinstates biometric photo procedures as a mandatory requirement for visa extension services, effective from Wednesday, 21 May 2025. The South Jakarta Immigration Office will be the first to implement the new measure, with other regional offices expected to follow suit.
This move comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen immigration oversight and minimise potential violations, including the misuse of stay permits, overstays, unreported presence, and failure to provide accurate…