Jakarta Immigration Detains Two Foreign Nationals for Visa Violations

South Jakarta Immigration successfully detained two foreign nationals for violating their stay permissions. The individuals, from China and Thailand, were found working in a nightclub in South Jakarta. The Chinese national was working as a DJ with a Visa on Arrival, while the Thai national was working as a dancer using the Visa-Free Visit facility. This operation took place during the early hours of Sunday, February 15, 2026, on Kuningan street. Such activities violate Indonesia’s immigration law, leading to potential deportation and entry ban for the offenders. Immigration officials stress the importance of adhering to immigration laws and social ethics in the country. This arrest highlights the need for strict oversight of foreign nationals’ activities to prevent security threats and maintain social order.


