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Immigration Arrests 346 Foreign Nationals, Majority from China

From Tempo · (2d ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Indonesian immigration authorities arrested 346 foreign nationals during a week-long operation called "Wirawaspada" (Vigilance).
  • The majority of those arrested were from China, followed by Pakistan, Nigeria, Japan, and other countries, primarily for immigration violations such as overstaying or working without a permit.
  • The Directorate General of Immigration emphasized its commitment to strengthening surveillance and proactively addressing violations to ensure effective immigration services.

The Directorate General of Immigration has successfully concluded "Operasi Wirawaspada" (Vigilance Operation), apprehending 346 foreign nationals across Indonesia between April 7-11, 2026. This operation, conducted over a week, targeted individuals suspected of various immigration offenses, including misuse of stay permits, failure to report changes in address or data, working without proper authorization, and overstaying their visas. The proactive approach underscores Indonesia's commitment to maintaining order and ensuring that all foreign nationals comply with the nation's immigration laws.

Orang asing yang terjaring berasal dari berbagai negara, dengan jumlah terbanyak dari Cina, diikuti Pakistan, Nigeria, Jepang, Singapura, Korea Selatan, dan India

— Hendarsam MarantokoDetailing the nationalities of the foreign nationals apprehended during the operation.

The operation identified individuals from a diverse range of countries, with the largest contingent, 183 people, originating from China. Other nationalities apprehended include 21 from Pakistan, 20 from Nigeria, and 13 from Japan, among others. The primary violation detected was the misuse of stay permits, accounting for approximately 61% of all offenses, followed by failures to report address changes, lack of valid documents, overstaying, and involvement in fictitious investor schemes. These findings highlight the need for continued vigilance and robust enforcement mechanisms within the immigration system.

Pelanggaran terbanyak berupa penyalahgunaan izin tinggal sebanyak 214 kasus atau sekitar 61 persen dari total pelanggaran

— Hendarsam MarantokoReporting the most common type of immigration violation detected.

Director General of Immigration Hendarsam Marantoko affirmed that strengthening surveillance remains a top priority, even as the agency strives to enhance the quality of its services. The operation's success is attributed to a comprehensive, data-driven approach, involving 2,499 surveillance activities nationwide. Hendarsam reiterated that immigration authorities are committed to proactive and responsive monitoring, ensuring swift and decisive action against any violations discovered. This rigorous enforcement aims to uphold the integrity of Indonesia's borders and immigration policies, ensuring that the country remains a safe and orderly destination for legitimate visitors and residents.

Imigrasi memastikan pengawasan berjalan secara proaktif dan responsif, dengan langkah cepat dan tepat dalam menindak setiap pelanggaran yang ditemukan

— Hendarsam MarantokoStating the Directorate General of Immigration's commitment to proactive and responsive enforcement.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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