Glossary: STM - Police Reporting Guide

Understanding why and how foreigners are reported to the Indonesian Police Department.

STM (Surat Tanda Melapor)

A certificate of reporting issued by the local police (Polres/Polsek).

Who is responsible?

The host (hotel, villa owner, or individual) is legally responsible for reporting foreign guests.

Law No. 6 Year 2011

The Immigration Law that mandates the reporting of foreigners' presence in Indonesia.

24-Hour Rule

A foreigner's presence must be reported within 24 hours of arrival at their accommodation.

Required for Extensions

An STM is often requested during the visa extension process at the immigration office.

POB (Police Report Form)

The administrative form used for manually reporting foreigners.

Digital Integration

Most hotels use an integrated system to report guests electronically to the police.

Reporting Long-term Stay

KITAS holders also need a valid STM from their local police station.

Loss of STM

If you lose your STM, you must apply for a new one at the station where it was issued.

Penalties for Hosts

Failure to report foreign guests can lead to fines or imprisonment for the host.

Security Purpose

The STM system is primarily for public safety and monitoring the location of foreigners.

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