Citizenship & Law

Having a child from a mixed-nationality marriage—between an Indonesian citizen (WNI) and a foreign national (WNA)—is certainly a source of great joy. However, when the child is born abroad, many parents remain unsure about the document processing, citizenship status, and the rights the child is entitled to. Does the child automatically become an Indonesian citizen? Can they hold dual citizenship? What documents need to be processed in the country of birth, at the Indonesian Embassy (KBRI) or Consulate General (KJRI), and upon returning to Indonesia? These questions frequently arise, especially for Indonesian couples living or working abroad.

Do you have a foreign spouse and want to live in Indonesia after marriage? Learn about the differences between VITAS, Spouse KITAS, and KITAP—including requirements, costs, validity periods, and the application process.

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How to register with the Indonesian Embassy (KBRI) or Consulate General (KJRI) for Indonesian citizens abroad in 2026. Requirements, steps, benefits, and whether registration is mandatory are fully explained.

Marrying a foreign national has become a common life story for many Indonesian citizens today. But do you have to change citizenship?