BADUNG, mybalinews.com – The Intelligence and Immigration Enforcement Division of the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office have detained two Polish nationals for allegedly illegally working as tour guide in Bali.
The two poland national, identified as RS (39) and MT (30), was nabbed picking up tourist during an Immigration special operation on Friday (7/2) at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, targeting foreign nationals engaged in unauthorized activities.
During the operation, the Immigration team were observed in the international departures drop-off zone, wearing uniforms and carrying equipment from a foreign travel agency while accompanying a group of tourists. Authorities conducted on-site interviews and gathered additional information.
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Ngurah Rai Immigration Office head, Winarko, stated that the illegal employment of foreign nationals as tour guides has become a key focus for immigration authorities.
“Our team identified two foreign nationals escorting tourists in the international departures terminal. We have initiated further investigations into their activities,” said Winarko.
Both individuals were taken to the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office for further investigation. Immigration records confirmed that they entered Indonesia via I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport on January 4, 2025, using a Visa on Arrival (VOA) and currently hold valid residence permits.
“We are continuing our investigation. If immigration violations are confirmed, appropriate legal action will be taken,” Winarko added.
“From January 1 to February 10, 2025, Ngurah Rai Immigration has issued 90 immigration administrative sanctions. We remain committed to monitoring foreign nationals to ensure Bali’s tourism environment remains secure and orderly.”he emphasized. ( mybalinews/ERV)
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