Knowing the Advantages of Perpres No. 20 of 2018 on Hiring Expatriates
“The Presidential Regulation No. 20/2018, in general, has provided some advantages for the Employer in Indonesia who wants in hiring...
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Foreigners Relocating to Bali
It’s easy to visit Bali as a tourist because most nationalities don’t need a visa to stay on the island...
US Brokerage Firms Closing Accounts for American Expats
Many American citizens living abroad have recently been contacted by their US brokerage firms to inform them that their accounts...
An Update of KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit) In Indonesia
Procedural differences between obtaining a KITAP for investors, expatriates working as director or commissioner, and spouses of mixed marriages in...
Protecting Your Children Against Illnesses in Indonesia
I went through a stage where my children were constantly sick and down with some kind of bug. Initially I...
A Guide to Emergency Planning for Expat Families
As an expat parent living in Indonesia, I need to be prepared for the unexpected and take sensible steps to...
Explaining Indonesian Retirement Visas
The Indonesian retirement visa allows you to live in the country permanently and exit and enter whenever and as often...
A Quick Guide to Government Mandated SIM Card Registration
As previously reported, the Communications and Information Ministry has issued a regulation which requires all prepaid SIM card users to...
How to Make Sure Goods Don’t Get Stuck in Indonesian Customs
Indonesian import regulations are often changing, so it is not uncommon foreign companies find products stuck in Indonesian customs. In...
An Expat’s Guide to Indonesia’s Traditional Treatments
Taking care yourself as an expat can be difficult. Long hours working hard and even longer hours spent in traffic...
Staying In Shape In Indonesia
As an expatriate, it can be tricky finding places to join that cater to your fitness routine or sport of...
Maintaining Your Mental Health As An Expatriate
Whenever you pack your bags, relocate and settle in a foreign country, starting anew in a place that’s unfamiliar can...
Giving Back: Volunteering Activities in Indonesia
Whether coming to Indonesia for a vacation or permanent relocation, one can’t help but admire the country for its rich...
The Challenges For Global Retail Franchises in Indonesia
Following the recent shutdown of America?s largest chain of convenience store 7-Eleven, here are the challenges of foreign retail franchises...
The Trouble With Alcohol in Indonesia
Indonesia, being a Muslim majority country, is also a pluralist, democratic and secular nation. And with the rest of the...
Jakarta’s Top Acupuncture Picks
Acupuncture is a 3,000-year-old healing technique from traditional Chinese medicine. It is known as a “complementary medical practice that entails...
Employment for Foreigners: What You Need to Know
For expats, earning a living in Indonesia can be difficult. From finding secure employment to navigating the bureaucratic nightmare that...
Dating An Indonesian: Here’ What Foreigners Need To Know
Dating someone with a different cultural background can be interesting, but it is not easy. Here are foreigners tips when...
Tips for Headhunters and Recruits in Indonesia
What Expats Should Know About Headhunting in Indonesia Companies thrive on the back of good talent. Great teams of qualified...
Six Tips for Expats Travelling to Remote Areas of Indonesia
Across Indonesia’s 17,000 plus islands, there is something for everyone – even the pickiest of travellers. As the country opens...
The Mystery of Indonesia’s KITAP Explained (INFOGRAPHIC)
The KITAP can open many doors for expats in Indonesia. Here's an interesting graphic to help on your quest for...