Understanding why and how foreigners are reported to the Indonesian Police Department.
A certificate of reporting issued by the local police (Polres/Polsek).
The host (hotel, villa owner, or individual) is legally responsible for reporting foreign guests.
The Immigration Law that mandates the reporting of foreigners' presence in Indonesia.
A foreigner's presence must be reported within 24 hours of arrival at their accommodation.
An STM is often requested during the visa extension process at the immigration office.
The administrative form used for manually reporting foreigners.
Most hotels use an integrated system to report guests electronically to the police.
KITAS holders also need a valid STM from their local police station.
If you lose your STM, you must apply for a new one at the station where it was issued.
Failure to report foreign guests can lead to fines or imprisonment for the host.
The STM system is primarily for public safety and monitoring the location of foreigners.
Our team in Bali is available 24/7 to help you with your visa requirements and immigration procedures.