Indonesian Ambassador to Russia Jose Tavares said the Indonesian authorities will give a balanced assessment of the Bali Governor’s idea of canceling the issuance of visas on arrival for Russians. Transmits words DEA News.
The diplomat noted that the Bali governor’s proposal was made due to various violations of both immigration laws and traffic rules on the island, all of which were exaggerated on social media.
The ambassador also added that if the central government approves the governor’s offer, Russian tourists can apply for a visa at the Indonesian embassy in Moscow.
Former Bali Governor Wayan Koster presented The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights will cancel the visa exemption for tourists from Russia and Ukraine. Koster explained his initiative by the fact that citizens of countries involved in the conflict try to find work in Indonesia and for this they abuse tourist visas.
Sandiaga Uno, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, on behalf of the country’s authorities He insisted Tourists obey all laws of the state. In the event of their violation, vacationers will face deportation.