Prabowo Proposes Law Revision for Limited Dual Citizenship for Exceptional Talent

President Prabowo Subianto has proposed amending the law to allow limited dual citizenship for exceptional talents. The rule, Prabowo said, is intended for Indonesian diaspora members who possess expertise and can make significant contributions to national interests.

The idea was conveyed by Prabowo before members of parliament in his speech during the plenary session on the State Budget Bill at the parliamentary complex in Senayan, Jakarta, on Friday (14/8/2026).

“Today I convey to the House the suggestion of the Indonesian government, our suggestion, that we permit dual citizenship for certain talents needed by the Indonesian nation,” Prabowo said.

Prabowo said Indonesia has millions of diaspora members spread across various countries. Among that diaspora, according to Prabowo, are scientists, doctors, engineers, artificial intelligence experts, researchers, entrepreneurs, artists, and world-class athletes.

“Some were forced to take up other citizenships due to career needs, family, or their service abroad. We must not force Indonesia’s best talents to choose between opportunities to work globally and their ties to the homeland,” he said.

For that reason, the government will propose a law amendment to open opportunities for limited dual citizenship for citizens with exceptional talents.

“Today, the government will submit to this honourable chamber a law amendment to open limited dual citizenship for those with exceptional talents who can make extraordinary contributions to national interests,” he said.

“This policy will be designed selectively and measurably, accompanied by integrity tests, clear obligations, and full protection of state security and interests,” he added.