DENPASAR, Bali — Bali Immigration has inspected 66 foreign nationals from 27 countries during a week-long Dharma Dewata patrol targeting suspected immigration violations and disturbances to public security and order.

Felucia Sengky Ratna, Head of the Bali Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration, said in Denpasar on Tuesday that the foreign nationals were identified during patrols conducted across several areas of Bali.

Of the 66 foreign nationals inspected, 24 were suspected of misusing their stay permits, while 20 were found to have overstayed their visas. The remaining 22 were identified in connection with alleged disturbances to security and public order.

“Digital-based surveillance has proven effective in detecting potential violations more quickly and accurately,” Ratna said.

The operation was conducted across the jurisdictions of immigration offices covering Ngurah Rai, Denpasar, Singaraja, Tabanan and Klungkung.

According to Ratna, officers used an integrated digital data system to verify immigration documents and identify potential violations involving foreign nationals.

Officers also visited business owners and accommodation managers to raise awareness of the mandatory reporting of foreign nationals through the Foreigner Reporting Application, known as APOA.

The 66 foreign nationals are currently undergoing further examination to determine the appropriate action based on the nature of their respective cases.

Authorities may impose administrative measures, including deportation, if the investigations establish violations covered by applicable immigration laws.

“For every operation, I emphasize that all personnel must work professionally, avoid abuse of authority, and conduct surveillance in a humane yet firm and measured manner, strictly adhering to legal frameworks,” Ratna said.

Ratna also urged members of the public to report suspected violations involving foreign nationals through the official channels of their respective immigration offices.

For the Ngurah Rai area, reports can be submitted through the immigration office’s Instagram account, @imngurahrai, or WhatsApp at 081236956667. Denpasar Immigration can be reached via @imigrasidenpasar and WhatsApp at 081246183838, while Singaraja Immigration can be contacted through @singaraja_imigrasi or WhatsApp at 0811389809.

The Ngurah Rai Immigration Office covers Kuta, North Kuta and South Kuta. Denpasar Immigration covers parts of Badung Regency, as well as Gianyar and Bangli.

Meanwhile, Singaraja Immigration oversees Buleleng, Jembrana and Karangasem regencies. New immigration offices have also been established in Tabanan and Klungkung.