21 Minors with Dual Citizenship Officially Become Indonesian Citizens in Bali
As many as 21 children with dual citizenship officially became Indonesian Citizens (WNI) after taking the oath of citizenship at the Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Bali, on Thursday (5 March 2026). The oath-taking was directly led by the Head of the Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Bali, Eem Nurmanah, in the Darmawangsa Room.
The ceremony was attended by the Head of the Legal Services Division I, Wayan Redana, the administrative officials of the Kanwil Kemenkum Bali, and witnesses from the village offices and the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration Bali.
The oath-taking is the final stage in the citizenship determination process for children with limited dual citizenship who have met the age requirements. As regulated by Law Number 12 of 2006 on Indonesian Citizenship, Indonesia follows the principle of single citizenship and does not recognise dual (bipatride) or stateless (apatride) citizenship. However, the state provides space for limited dual citizenship for children up to age 18, with the obligation to decide by age 21.
In his speech, Eem Nurmanah emphasised that oath-taking is not merely an administrative formality but a significant moment in reaffirming identity and national commitment.
“After officially becoming an Indonesian citizen, you have the responsibility to foster nationalism, uphold human values and the dignity of the nation, and to submit to the applicable law,” Eem told the 21 individuals taking the oath.
He also reminded participants to promptly return the foreign citizenship documents to the competent authorities no later than 14 days after taking the oath, to complete Indonesia’s citizenship administration.
Additionally, Eem extended congratulations and appreciation to the 21 new Indonesian citizens. He also expressed appreciation to the families who accompanied and supported them throughout the process.
Through this activity, the Bali Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights reaffirmed its commitment to provide professional, accountable, and legally certain citizenship services, while strengthening the sense of nationality within the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia (NKRI).