Foreign Minister Announces 36 Indonesian Citizens from Second Wave to Be Repatriated from Iran

Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry (Kemlu) continues to evacuate Indonesian nationals from Iran following escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. To date, 36 Indonesian nationals have registered for repatriation in the second wave.

“For the second wave, as of this evening, there are already 36 who have registered themselves to be repatriated back to the homeland from Iran,” said Foreign Minister Sugiono to journalists at Soekarno-Hatta Airport in Tangerang, Banten, on Tuesday (10 March 2026).

Sugiono explained that the departure schedule for the 36 Indonesian nationals is still being coordinated. The government is considering various variables, including the security situation in Tehran, border conditions, and the availability of evacuation routes.

“As for timing, we will see. There are several factors involved: the situation in Tehran itself, the border situation, and the situation in the next country we are heading to. Hopefully within this week,” he explained.

The second wave repatriation is a continuation of the ongoing repatriation process. This evening, 22 Indonesian nationals from the first wave have safely arrived in Jakarta.

“This evening, 22 of our citizens have returned in this first wave. Tomorrow, 10 more will arrive from Iran,” Sugiono added.

Sugiono emphasised that the repatriation process is voluntary in nature. Based on an assessment conducted by the Foreign Ministry together with the Indonesian Embassy in Tehran, the situation in Iran is currently considered relatively under control despite rising tensions.

“So far, this repatriation plan is something that is voluntary in nature. Due to various factors, many of our citizens there are employed there,” he said.

He added that based on field monitoring, public activities in Iran are generally continuing normally. However, the government continues to facilitate citizens who wish to return home for security reasons.

He also urged citizens planning to travel to the Middle East region to continue monitoring the security situation. The public is urged to postpone travel if it is not essential.

“If you intend to travel to the Middle East region, reassess the current situation status. If it is deemed non-essential, it is better to refrain from travelling until the situation truly permits,” he advised.