Tuesday, 16 June 2026
BATAM | INDATANEWS.COM – The Class I Special Immigration Office for TPI Batam has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing immigration law after deporting 24 citizens of the People's Republic of China on May 1–2, 2026. The deportations were carried out through the international entry checkpoint at Hang Nadim Airport, Batam, and officially announced on Wednesday, May 5, 2026.
The deportation is the direct outcome of intensified immigration surveillance conducted under Operation Wira Waspada, which was carried out in April 2026. The operation focused on several strategic areas, including Opus Bay and Marina City, particularly residential apartment complexes where foreign activities were detected.Authorities stated that the operation was part of broader efforts to monitor and control the presence of foreign nationals in sensitive industrial and residential zones across Batam.
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During the inspection process, immigration officers identified indications of possible violations of Indonesian immigration regulations. These findings were subsequently followed up in accordance with applicable laws and legal procedures.
Read Also:As a result, in addition to deportation, the Batam Immigration Office imposed an entry ban (penangkalan) on all 24 Chinese nationals, prohibiting their re-entry into Indonesia for a specified period.
The Head of the Class I Special Immigration Office for TPI Batam emphasized that the measures reflect the government's firm stance in upholding sovereignty and maintaining order in immigration control.
"The Batam Immigration Office will continue to strengthen the supervision of foreign nationals and their activities, particularly in strategic areas such as industrial and residential zones that may involve foreign workers. Every violation will be strictly processed under the law," he stated.
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Strengthening Coordination and Public Involvement
The authority also highlighted the importance of strong coordination among relevant stakeholders, including property managers, industrial operators, and the public, to report any suspected immigration violations."This synergy is key to ensuring optimal law enforcement," the official added.
Read Also:The measures align with directives from the Directorate General of Immigration, which emphasize enhanced supervision and inter-agency collaboration to improve compliance with immigration regulations in Indonesia, particularly in Batam. (INDC)
REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
