17 Foreigners Deported from Bali, 10 Cited for Immigration Violations
Bali's Ngurah Rai Immigration Office deported 17 foreign nationals between September 8 and 18, 2026, following a routine immigration patrol. Ten were cited for disturbing public order under Article 75 of the Immigration Law, while seven others were deported for overstaying their visas by more than 60 days under Article 78. Australians made up the largest group among those cited for order violations.
According to Kompas.com, Bali's Ngurah Rai Immigration Office deported 17 foreign nationals from the island between September 8 and 18, 2026, following a routine immigration patrol conducted from September 5 to 14.
Of the 17 deportees, 10 were found in violation of Article 75(1) of Indonesia's 2011 Immigration Law for disturbing public security and order. Australians accounted for the largest group among them, with four individuals. One case, identified by the initials BA, went viral on social media after the person committed an indecent act in front of a residence; the deportation was recommended by Badung Police. Two other Australian nationals were found to have misused their Visit Stay Permits (ITK) by serving as company directors and commissioners. Another individual, holding a Limited Stay Permit (ITAS) and identified as JSM, was deported via Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on September 11 after being found to still be engaged in company activities despite no longer holding an official position there.
The remaining seven foreigners were deported for overstaying their visas by more than 60 days, in violation of Article 78(3) of the Immigration Law. They were nationals of the Netherlands (two people), the United Kingdom, Italy, the Czech Republic, Turkey, and Ukraine.
Ngurah Rai Immigration Office head Muhammad Novyandri said the patrol was part of routine efforts to ensure foreigners' presence and activities in the office's jurisdiction comply with applicable regulations, adding that violators will continue to be processed according to the law.
Things to Consider
If you are staying in Bali on a Visit Stay Permit (visa-on-arrival, etc.) or a Limited Stay Permit (ITAS/KITAS), do not engage in work outside the scope of your permit, including serving as a company director or officer. Regularly check your visa expiration date through official apps or your agent, and either extend your stay or leave the country before it expires. Overstaying beyond 60 days can result in deportation and an entry ban, so address any expired visa issues immediately.
Source: Kompas.com