A new Visa is set to be launched in Indonesia, local authorities have announced.
But it’s not for everyone.
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The new “Golden Visa” is a new visa category aimed at foreigners who want to live and invest in Bali.
Those with this visa will be eligible for prolonged stays of five to 10 years.
Initially, the new category was due to launch last month. However, The Bali Sun reports policy adjustments and other administrative changes have delayed the launch.
Indonesia’s Minster for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, said the changes will come into effect by the end of this year.
“We want to make sure that the Golden Visa offer is attractive for foreign tourists to invest and stay longer in Indonesia,” he told reporters this week at a press conference.
“We hope for certainty (to launch) before the end of the third quarter.”
Minister Uno said earlier in the year that the new visa policy was created to attract talent from around the world in the digital, health, research, and technology sectors.
He also suggested that those with the new visa will see a range of benefits including a faster and more simplified processes for visa applications as well as greater global mobility via the provision of multiple entries to Indonesia.
The Golden Visa is expected to come with a hefty price tag, though officials are yet to suggest a figure.
It comes as the Indonesia Government continues to implement measures in a bid to curb bad behaviour from the millions of tourists that visit Bali every year.
Officials said in June they are planning on introducing new information cards for all foreigners entering the island.
Bali Ministry of Law and Human Rights regional office head Anggiat Napitupulu said officials have had “several meetings” to discuss ways to combat bad behaviour on the island.
“The card will be created and handed over at Immigration so that the Immigration can tuck the card into the foreigner’s passport when they land at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport,” Napitupulu said, as reported by The Bali Times.
“The card contains what is allowed and what is not allowed to be done in Bali.”
Meanwhile, the Australian government warned travellers to behave when venturing abroad.
Smartraveller, a government service, warned Australians during the week that they must be respectful of different cultures and laws after a spate of incidents and deportations.
“Travelling is often about letting your hair down and relaxing. But don’t leave your manners and common sense at home when you get on the plane,” the notice read.
“We can’t get you out of trouble, out of jail, or pay your legal bills or fines.”
The service added that Australians should not “dismiss or mock local practices” because they’re unfamiliar.
“Local temples and cultural sites may be a fun day out for you, but these places aren’t just tourist destinations,” it said.
“They often hold deep significance for the local people. Be respectful and follow the lead of locals.”
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