Bali Beauty Clinic Shut After Probe Finds Unlicensed Foreign Medical Staff

RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta — Indonesian authorities have shut down an illegal beauty clinic in Bali after an investigation found that it had been operating without a valid license and employing foreign medical personnel without proper authorization. Head of the Ministry's Bureau of Communications and Public Information, Aji Muhawarman, said the closure reflects the government's commitment to protecting the public from unsafe medical practices.

"The facility has been addressed and closed. All relevant agencies have expressed their readiness to take firm action in accordance with their respective authorities, including health, immigration, and business licensing aspects," Aji said in a statement issued at Jakarta on Tuesday, 16 June 2026.

The facility, known as PRIME Skin Clinic (previously operating under the name Elasto Beauty), was shut down following a coordinated enforcement operation led by Indonesia's Ministry of Health and several government agencies. The action came after authorities launched an investigation into the clinic's licensing status and medical practices.

Prior to the closure, the Ministry of Health convened a strategic coordination meeting involving multiple government agencies and security institutions. These included the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections, the Ministry of Manpower, the Ministry of Home Affairs, the State Intelligence Agency (BIN), the Indonesian National Armed Forces Strategic Intelligence Agency (BAIS TNI), and local health authorities in Bali.

The clinic was a branch of a Russia-based aesthetic healthcare provider that had operated in Bali for nearly three years. It primarily catered to Russian nationals living in or visiting the island, with treatments reportedly carried out by several Russian doctors alongside one Indonesian physician.

Investigators found that the clinic was not registered in the Ministry of Health's Healthcare Facility Registration System and did not possess an official operational permit. Authorities also discovered that several foreign medical and healthcare workers from Russia and Armenia were practicing without the legally required documents.

Under Indonesian regulations, medical services may only be provided by healthcare professionals who possess the necessary qualifications. They must also hold a valid Registration Certificate (STR) and Practice License (SIP) issued by Indonesian authorities.

Following the findings, local health offices and related agencies collected evidence to support further legal proceedings. The evidence is expected to strengthen enforcement measures and potential sanctions against those responsible.

The Ministry stressed that unlicensed medical practices are serious violations of Indonesian law. The employment of healthcare workers without valid permits, as well as the use of unauthorized medicines or medical devices, is also strictly prohibited.

"The Ministry of Health is committed to protecting the public through strict supervision of healthcare service quality. Any violations will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law to safeguard the integrity of the national healthcare system," Aji said.

The government also urged the public to seek treatment only from licensed healthcare facilities staffed by certified medical professionals. Citizens are encouraged to verify the legal status of healthcare providers independently and report suspected illegal practices through official government complaint channels.

Authorities said the enforcement action is intended to protect public health from unsafe and unregulated medical services. It is also aimed at preserving international confidence in Bali as a safe, high-quality, and trusted wellness tourism destination.