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Visa

Saudi authorities deport 34 illegal Indonesian pilgrims
Middle East and Africa 2 years ago

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Saudi authorities deport 34 illegal Indonesian pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has released 34 Indonesians who had entered the country without the proper haj visa, while the group's three coordinators remain in Medina to face legal proceedings.
Barcodes and printed receipts: How red tape prevented me contributing to US-RI dialogue
Academia 2 years ago

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Barcodes and printed receipts: How red tape prevented me contributing to US-RI dialogue

While some countries have offered manageable ways for foreigners to get a visa, there is a group of countries that has gone the extra mile to set up a system that makes life difficult for anyone trying to gain entry. 
Korean nationals deported for illegal TV shoot in Bali
Archipelago 2 years ago

Korean nationals deported for illegal TV shoot in Bali

The foreigners had held unlicensed shooting for a reality TV show involving 31 Korean nationals and one Indonesian national.
Diaspora welcomes new visa, but not the cost
Society 2 years ago

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Diaspora welcomes new visa, but not the cost

The diaspora visa, introduced by the Immigration Directorate General on Thursday, grants an immediate permit to stay in the country for five or 10 years for former Indonesian citizens.
Chinese tourists get VIP welcome as Thai visa waiver scheme begins
Asia & Pacific 2 years ago

Chinese tourists get VIP welcome as Thai visa waiver scheme begins

Dancers in traditional costume and puppeteers also put on performances for the bemused visitors, who came in on a flight from Shanghai. Many stopped to take selfies with Srettha.
OpenAI chief granted first 'golden visa'
Society 2 years ago

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OpenAI chief granted first 'golden visa'

OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has been granted Indonesia's first golden visa, officials said, as Southeast Asia's biggest economy looks to attract wealthy foreign investors.
Australia closes dual-study visa loophole for foreign students
Asia & Pacific 2 years ago

Australia closes dual-study visa loophole for foreign students

International students can undertake additional courses along with their core studies called the "concurrent study" rule, which is designed to help prepare them for the job market through short courses.
'Golden visa' program to be launched soon
Society 2 years ago

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'Golden visa' program to be launched soon

Authorities have said a government regulation that will allow tourists to enter the country via the highly anticipated “golden visa” program is in its final stages and will be ready soon.
Indonesia’s middle-strength passport remains a travel barrier for some
Society 2 years ago

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Indonesia’s middle-strength passport remains a travel barrier for some

The 2023 Henley Passport Index found that Indonesians enjoy visa-free entry to 70 countries and destinations, putting the country in 77th place on the list of the world’s strongest passports.
Golden opportunity
Editorial 3 years ago

Golden opportunity

The benefits of a golden visa program go beyond fiscal advantages, such as cultural dialogue and transfers of knowledge.      
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