If you’re a foreigner who has been or is currently residing in Bali and you need a Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK) for administrative purposes but don’t have a KITAS, you can still obtain a statement letter from the Indonesian National Police Headquarters.
This process is similar to applying for a standard SKCK, except that instead of receiving the certificate itself, you will get a rejection letter or statement letter from the police due to the absence of a KITAS or a local sponsor in Bali.
Many of our clients use this rejection letter to apply for visas, permanent residency, or pre-employment requirements abroad, in countries like Spain, New Zealand, Portugal, the UK, and Italy.
Although this document isn’t a full SKCK, it serves the same purpose as a police clearance letter. The letter is issued in formal Indonesian, so you may need to have it translated by a sworn translator or at the embassy of your destination country.
To understand more about the purpose of this document and the steps to obtain it, let’s dive into the details in this blog.
Table of Content
- What is SKCK Statement Letter or Rejection Letter in Indonesia
- Uses of the an SKCK Statement Letter or Rejection Letter
- Required Documents
- Procedure to Apply for an SKCK Statement Letter or Rejection Letter
- Cost of Getting an SKCK Statement Letter
- Processing Time
- Where to Apply for an SKCK Statement Letter
- Resource
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is SKCK Statement Letter or Rejection Letter in Indonesia
An SKCK statement letter is an official document stating that the foreign national in question cannot obtain a full SKCK certificate due to the lack of a KITAS and local sponsorship. This letter is issued with an official document number and is signed by the head of the Indonesian National Police.
In this letter, the police will explain that they cannot provide the complete SKCK because you don’t have a KITAS, but they will confirm that you have been in Indonesia and have previously resided there.
Uses of the an SKCK Statement Letter or Rejection Letter
The SKCK rejection letter can be used for:
- Visa applications for overseas travel
- Requirements for obtaining permanent residency
- Pre-employment requirements abroad
Required Documents
Here are the documents you need to obtain an SKCK Rejection Letter:
- A photocopy of your passport in PDF file
- A photocopy of all visa stamp on your passport (entry or leave Indonesia)
- Fingerprint records
- Six of 4 x 6 cm photographs with a yellow background.
- Your address In Bali or Indonesia
Procedure to Apply for an SKCK Statement Letter or Rejection Letter
- Prepare your documents:
Gather photocopies of all necessary documents and visit the Bali Regional Police Headquarters (POLDA BALI) in Denpasar. If you use our service, you can meet our staff at the motorbike parking.
- Record Your Fingerprints:
Go to POLDA BALI’s Directorate of General Criminal Investigation (DIRESKRIMUM) identification section to have your fingerprints taken. Be sure to bring your passport and two sheet 4 x 6 photographs with a yellow background.
Fill out a form with your personal information. The police will ask questions about your personal information. If you use our service, our staff will help you to fill in the form.
- Obtain a Police Record Recommendation Letter:
After you get your fingerprint record, next you need to visit the Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK) Processing Building at POLDA BALI (Bali Regional Police Headquarters). Submit all the necessary documents to the police man. It may take 2 – 3 business days to obtain a letter from Bali Regional Police Headquarters .
- Process Your SKCK at MABES POLRI:
After you receive the letter from Bali Regional Police Headquarters, you need to send all the documents to Indonesian National Police Headquarters (MABES POLRI) in jakarta.
- Pay the Processing Fee:
After submitting your application at MABES POLRI, pay the processing fee.
After reviewing your application, the officer will issue a statement letter instead of a full SKCK certificate. In this letter, they will explain that they cannot provide the complete SKCK because you don’t have a KITAS, but they will confirm that you have been in Indonesia and have previously resided there.
Cost of Getting an SKCK Statement Letter
For Information about the fee of obtaining the SKCK Rejection Letter or Statement Letter, please contact us via WhatsApp.
Where to Apply for an SKCK Statement Letter
To obtain an SKCK Rejection Letter, you must go through all the standard steps as if applying for a full SKCK certificate. However, instead of receiving the SKCK certificate, you’ll be issued a rejection letter or statement letter due to the lack of a KITAS and a sponsor in Bali.
The place you need to visit:
- Bali Regional Police Headquarters in Denpasar
- Indonesian National Police Headquarters in Jakarta
Resource
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I get a SKCK (Police Clearance Certificate) if I don't have KITAS?
You can not get the full SKCK certificate but you will get the statement letter, which is this letter that has some function as the full SKCK certificate.
- What documents are required to apply for an SKCK statement letter?
The requirement and procedure to obtain this letter is just the same as if you apply for complete SKCK but without KITAS and Sponsor Information.
- How long does it take to get this SKCK statement letter?
The process typically takes 1-2 weeks for the document to be issued.
- If I have a KITAS but lost the original or digital copy and only remember the KITAS number, can I get the full SKCK certificate?
Yes, you can still receive the full certificate as long as you have the valid KITAS number. However, processing will take longer than usual as we need additional time to check the database for your KITAS details.
- I had an SKCK a long time ago, but I need a new one as a requirement for applying for an Australian Residence. I’ve lost my SKCK and digital copy and don’t remember the certificate number. Can I still get the full SKCK?
Yes, you can get the full certificate if you still have your old SKCK information, and we can issue a new certificate for you. However, if the old SKCK is also lost, you won’t be able to apply for or renew it; instead, you’ll only be able to obtain a statement letter.
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