Newcomers Screened! Jakarta Begins Data Collection Until 20 April
The Jakarta Provincial Government is reminding new arrivals after the 2026 Eid al-Fitr homecoming to come with thorough preparations. Additionally, all newcomers will be registered from 1 to 20 April 2026.
The Head of the Population and Civil Registration Office (Dukcapil) of DKI Jakarta, Denny Wahyu Haryanto, stressed that Jakarta is open to anyone wishing to contribute, but personal readiness is a primary requirement.
“As a global city and the national economic centre, Jakarta is open to newcomers with the intention to build. But it must be accompanied by readiness,” said Denny on Tuesday (31/3).
He mentioned three mandatory requirements for new arrivals. First, possessing skills or expertise to support life in Jakarta. Second, having clear accommodation, whether with family, relatives, or rented.
Third, they must report to the local RT/RW within a maximum of 1x24 hours after arrival.
According to him, this reporting is important to maintain orderly population administration while ensuring public services are targeted appropriately.
“Accurate population data forms the basis for policies and public services of the Jakarta Provincial Government,” he asserted.
To that end, Dukcapil DKI will conduct door-to-door population administration services down to the RW level. This programme will run from 1 to 20 April 2026.
The activity involves all Dukcapil ranks, from city/district level, sub-districts, to villages, in collaboration with local governments.
“Through this service, we ensure that new arrivals are immediately served with their population administration, so that resident data remains orderly and accurate,” he concluded.
The newcomer reporting service has actually been open since 25 March 2026 at all Dukcapil service points, from Sub-Directorate levels, sub-districts, to villages.
Governor of DKI Pramono Anung predicts 10-12 thousand new arrivals entering Jakarta post-Lebaran 2026. Ensure no justice operations, but newcomers must have skills.
Governor Pramono Anung warns homecomers not to give false hopes to potential arrivals. Jakarta remains open without KTP raids, but are you ready to compete?
Jakarta continues to be an open city for anyone wanting to seek their fortune.
Rural communities wishing to reside in DKI Jakarta are reminded to have a transfer letter or Indonesian Citizen Transfer Certificate (SKPWNI) from their origin area.