An entry ban policy is a standard immigration enforcement mechanism applied by countries worldwide. In Indonesia, this policy is enforced by the Directorate General of Immigration, and it typically applies after a foreign national has been deported due to immigration violations. Once deported, an individual is commonly banned from re-entering Indonesia for a specific period, depending on the nature and severity of their offense.
There are two categories of entry bans in Indonesia:
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PNBP Subject (Paid Removal Required)
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Non-PNBP Subject (Automatic Expiry Without Fee)
This article focuses on the PNBP subject—foreign nationals who are eligible to remove their entry ban through the payment of a Non-Tax State Revenue fee (Penerimaan Negara Bukan Pajak or PNBP).
What is PNBP for Entry Ban Removal?
The PNBP policy for entry ban removal was officially introduced in 2024, in response to a rising number of overstayers who preferred deportation over paying the IDR 1,000,000/day overstay fine. To deter this, the Indonesian government now imposes a mandatory administrative fee of IDR 90,000,000 (approximately USD 5,500) for those who wish to remove their blacklist status (Pencabutan Penangkalan).
This process does not happen automatically—a formal application must be submitted and approved before the blacklist can be lifted.
Who Must Pay the Entry Ban Removal Fee?
The blacklisted individual is ultimately responsible for the PNBP fee. However, a sponsor is required to submit the application on their behalf. A sponsor may be:
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A company employing the foreign national,
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A family member, or
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Any individual with direct knowledge and responsibility for the foreigner.
The IDR 90 million PNBP fee applies specifically to:
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Foreign nationals deported for overstaying more than 60 days,
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Individuals who refused to pay the overstay fine, and
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Other administrative immigration violators deemed eligible for removal through payment.
How Long Does the Entry Ban Last?
Under the revised Immigration Law of 2024, the blacklist period can extend up to 10 years. In some cases, it may be renewed once, bringing the total possible ban period to 20 years.
However, some bans can be lifted early through the PNBP removal process, provided the individual meets eligibility criteria and obtains approval from the immigration authorities.
Is the Ban Automatically Lifted After Payment?
No. Payment alone does not remove the entry ban.
A formal application must be submitted by the sponsor to the Directorate General of Immigration in Jakarta. The process includes document submission, an interview, and a thorough evaluation based on:
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Immigration violation history,
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Security risks, and
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Economic or humanitarian considerations.
Required Documents for Entry Ban Removal Application:
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Application Letter (addressed to the Director of Immigration Supervision & Enforcement)
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Guarantee Letter (signed and affixed with an official duty stamp)
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Copy of Sponsor’s Identity Document (KTP)
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Copy of Foreigner’s Passport and Deportation Notice
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Any relevant supporting documents (e.g., company sponsorship letter)
Once the application is reviewed and approved, immigration will issue a Billing Code (Kode Billing PNBP).
How to Pay the Entry Ban Removal Fee?
Using the billing code provided:
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The sponsor must pay IDR 90,000,000 through any government-partnered bank in Indonesia.
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A payment receipt must be kept as proof and submitted if requested.
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After confirmation, the blacklist record will be cleared, and the foreign national will once again be eligible to apply for an Indonesian visa.
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