New Developments In Indonesian Immigration Policy

On September 11, 2020, the Indonesian Government enacted a new regulation that introduces several changes to the immigration regime that affect foreigners, Indonesians and the procurement of travel documents.

The new regulation is Government Regulation No. 51 of 2020 regarding the Second Amendment of Government Regulation No. 31 of 2013 regarding Implementing Regulation of Law No. 6 of 2011 regarding Immigration ("GR 31/2013") (together, "GR 51/2020").

Foreigners and Limited Stay Permit

Prior to the enactment of this new regulation, foreigners entering Indonesia on a Limited Stay Visa (Visa Tinggal Terbatas or "VITAS") were required to obtain a Limited Stay Permit (Izin Tinggal Terbatas or "ITAS") within 30 days of arriving in Indonesia and receiving an Entry Stamp in their passport. This applied to all foreigners entering Indonesia for any purpose, including work and family unification. However, the enactment of GR 51/2020 eliminates this requirement for