EU makes travel easier for Indonesians with new multi-entry Schengen visa rule
The European Union has announced a new visa rule that will make it easier for Indonesian nationals to visit, work, and invest in Europe.
Under the new policy, Indonesians will be eligible for a multi-entry Schengen visa from their second visit to EU countries.
The announcement was made during President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Brussels, where he met with top EU leaders.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the change was part of efforts to deepen ties between Europe and Indonesia.
“It means that from now on, Indonesian nationals visiting the European Union for a second time will be eligible for a multi-entry Schengen visa,” President von der Leyen was quoted by local reports as saying.
The Schengen visa allows people to travel freely between most countries in the EU.
A multi-entry visa lets travellers enter and leave the region several times within a given period, making it more convenient for business people, students, and frequent visitors.
Von der Leyen said the move would help Indonesians expand their personal and professional connections across Europe.
She also said the EU wanted the benefits of closer cooperation to reach ordinary people on both sides.
President Prabowo welcomed the visa change and called for more European involvement in Indonesia’s economic plans.
He said Europe played an important role in the country’s development and expressed hope for stronger partnerships going forward.
He also highlighted the recent conclusion of the long-delayed Indonesia-EU–EU trade deal, saying it marked a breakthrough after ten years of talks.
He praised both sides for resolving key issues and said the agreement would benefit everyone involved.
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