Why Clarity Matters More Than Speed in Indonesia
Indonesia is often described as confusing. In practice, what most people struggle with is not the system itself, but the...
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Global Citizenship of Indonesia: Applications Open, But Key Questions Remain
Indonesia has begun accepting applications for its new Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) status, marking a concrete step forward in...
Indonesia 2026: National Holidays and Collective Leave
The Indonesian government has announced a total of 24 national holidays and collective leave days for 2026. The public holiday...
Valentina Maya Sari: The Quiet Power Behind Val The Consultant Group and Indonesia’s Domestic Human Capital Renaissance
A Life Rooted in Purpose Valentina Maya Sari, born in Surabaya on 15 February 1984, has always carried within her...
LAPOR MENAKER IS HERE: Why Every Expat Employer Must Act Now
A new era of transparency, accountability, and digital whistleblowing in Indonesia. PREPARED BY GLOBY—IN COLLABORATION WITH THE PERMIT HOUSE On...
Immigration Launches ‘Global Citizenship of Indonesia’ to Assist Dual Citizenship Issues
The Directorate General of Immigration of the Indonesian Ministry of Immigration and Corrections has officially launched Global Citizenship of Indonesia...
Beyond Service: Val the Consultant Group Elevates the Meaning of Care in Bali’s Hospitality
Introduction As the island continues to evolve as a global epicentre for lifestyle and hospitality excellence, Val the Consultant Group...
Living Green as an Expat in Indonesia
For an expat, ‘living green’ in Indonesia is about a series of compromises — small changes that add up. When...
Community Heroes: Grassroots Green Movements in Indonesia
In Indonesia, some of the most powerful green movements are happening at the grassroots level, driven by ordinary people with...
Mandatory Passenger Arrival Declaration via All Indonesia Application Effective 1st of October
Effective 1st of October 2025, every passenger arriving from overseas is required to complete the arrival declaration through the All...
The ‘Immigration Boss’ is Listening: How Accessible is Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration?
For many expats, dealing with Immigration Office in Indonesia feels like walking through a maze. You ask one office for...
Special Rules to Understand About Passports for Dual-Nationality Children in Indonesia
Indonesian immigration regulations limit passport validity for dual-nationality children until they officially declare their citizenship. Not every child aged 17...
Choosing the Right School Abroad: Beyond the Glossy Brochure
A Good School Should Feel Less Like a Showroom and More Like a Second Home. Walking around the brand-new campus...
Navigating Indonesia’s Visa Jungle – Simply Lovely!
Indonesia. That very word alone makes you think about Bali, palm-fringed beaches, maybe the Spice Islands, as well as a...
Investing in Bali: Is it Safe?
Bali’s property market continues to thrive, a trend largely driven by the post-pandemic recovery and the rise of digital nomads,...
Embassies Issue New Warnings Regarding Jakarta Protests
Several foreign diplomatic missions, including the Embassies of Singapore, the Philippines, and the United States, have issued warnings to their...
Indonesia Trials Integrated Passenger Declaration System ‘All Indonesia’
Indonesia is embarking on a new chapter in international passenger services by piloting an integrated declaration system called “All Indonesia”....
Expat Insurance, Smart and Simplified
The Modern Expat Reality: A Life Without Borders, But Not Without Risks Global mobility has never been so accessible. Whether...
Indonesia Grants Visa-Free Entry for Brazilian and Turkish Passport Holders
Indonesia has introduced visa-free entry for Brazilian and Turkish passport holders, allowing stays of up to 30 days for tourism,...
Deported and Blacklisted or (Were You) Just Lucky?
How to survive the fearmongering in Indonesia as a foreigner in 2025. Living in paradise comes with a price, and...
Directorate General of Immigration Updates Visit Visa Regulations for Prospective Foreign Workers in Tryout Phase
New regulations limit C18 visa stay permits to 90 days without extension and restrict multiple applications with the same company...