Australians Deported From Bali Amid Immigration Crackdown

Three Australians have been deported from Bali as part of an intensified effort by Indonesian authorities to enforce immigration laws against foreign nationals. Jason Anasta and Nigel Jay Annesley were found to have violated the terms of their Investor Limited Stay Permits (ITAS), while a third Australian, Arran Hubbard, was expelled for overstaying his visa by 78 days.

Authorities stated that Anasta continued to operate his business despite its license being revoked by Indonesia's Investment Coordinating Board. Annesley, according to reports, provided false information regarding his work contract, could not account for his investment amount, and lacked proof of investment.

These deportations are part of a broader sweep in Bali targeting foreigners who breach visa rules or conduct business without the proper permits. The Ngurah Rai Immigration Office reported expelling 10 foreign nationals in the preceding week. This group also included two individuals previously jailed for theft, a U.S. man accused of promoting villas outside his authorized area, a Russian working as an advertising model, and a Ukrainian DJ performing on a bridging visa.

An Algerian national was also deported for exceeding their permitted stay by 87 days. Muhamad Novyandri, chief of the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office, indicated that patrols would continue to ensure compliance with Indonesian immigration regulations. "We conduct immigration patrols regularly to ensure that the presence and activities of foreign nationals, particularly within the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office's jurisdiction, comply with applicable regulations and do not disrupt the local community," Novyandri stated.

All 10 deported foreign nationals have been placed on Indonesia's immigration blacklist, barring their re-entry. Official figures indicate that Bali deported 342 foreign nationals in the first six months of 2026.