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Batam Immigration Officers Investigated for Tourist Extortion

4/3/2026

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Batam authorities are investigating allegations that immigration officers at Batam Centre International Ferry Terminal extorted foreign tourists and will return funds to victims.
Investigators say officers demanded illegal fees ranging from S$100 to S$300.
Two individuals have been identified and are under investigation: an immigration officer and a broker.
The Batam Immigration Office has implemented measures to prevent unauthorized access and enforces zero tolerance on illegal levies.

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Batam authorities are investigating allegations that immigration officers at Batam Centre International Ferry Terminal extorted foreign tourists and will return funds to victims.
Investigators say officers demanded illegal fees ranging from S$100 to S$300.
Two individuals have been identified and are under investigation: an immigration officer and a broker.
The Batam Immigration Office has implemented measures to prevent unauthorized access and enforces zero tolerance on illegal levies.