Immigration Announces Updated Rules for Extending Visa on Arrival and Visit Visa
Indonesia’s immigration has introduced updated rules for extending Visa on Arrival (VoA) and Visit Visa for foreign nationals. The extension...
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2025 National Holidays and Collective Leave
The Indonesian government has announced a total of 27 national holidays and collective leave days for 2025. This schedule, detailed...
Secana Beachtown Expands with Flexible Long-Term Rentals in Canggu
Secana Beachtown, a resort & residence known for combining five-star service with a modern, beachside lifestyle, announces the launch of...
Foreign Nationals Holding ITAP and ITAS Can Now Use Immigration Autogates
Indonesia grants ITAP and ITAS holders access to autogates at major airports, enhancing a more convenient and efficient travel experience....
Indonesia’s Immigration Partners with VFS Global to Streamline Visa Applications
A new collaboration between Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration and VFS Global aims to simplify visa applications, offering travellers easier...
Permanent Residents of Singapore Now Visa-Free to Visit Batam, Bintan, and Karimun
The Directorate General of Immigration of the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights has issued a visa-free visit policy...
Empowering Homes, Enriching Lives: Val the Consultant Group is Your Key to Work-Life Harmony
In this fast-paced modern world, achieving a harmonious work-life balance is challenging. With the increase in demands at work and...
Simone Collins and Our Year in Bali: “What’s Your Story?”
Bali has a way of calling to the adventurous at heart, and for Simone Collins, that call was impossible to...
Navigating the Housing Market for Expats in Jakarta
Finding a home in Jakarta can be a varied experience for expats, ranging from smooth and straightforward to stressful and...
New Regulation Bans Foreigners with Passports Valid for Less Than Six Months from Entering Indonesia
The prohibition of foreign nationals with passports valid for less than six months from entering Indonesia is detailed in the...
Top Dental Clinics for Expats in South Jakarta
Are you an expat living in South Jakarta and looking for the best dental care to meet your needs? Here...
Foreign Embassies in Jakarta and Consulates Outside the Capital: A Full List
As an expatriate living in Indonesia, you may need to contact foreign embassies in Jakarta for various reasons. Common situations...
The Expat Guide to Hiring Babysitters and Childminders in Jakarta, Indonesia
Hiring live-in domestic staff to care for your children is relatively a luxury in many developed countries, but, oftentimes, a...
Top Yoga Studios And Retreats in Ubud, Bali
Ubud is a premier destination for yoga, offering a unique blend of spiritual atmosphere, breathtaking natural beauty, and expert instruction....
Golden Visa Officially Launched, President of Indonesia: Golden Privilege for Quality Global Citizens
Indonesia Launches Golden Visa Programme to Attract Global Talent and Investment. The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo,...
Apartment Leasing in Jakarta: A Guide For Expats
Why Choose an Apartment? Living in an apartment in Jakarta, much like in other cities, comes with several advantages. Apartments...
Antique Markets and Shops to Visit in Jakarta
Are you in the mood for thrifting vintage rarities in the city? We’ve got you covered! Nothing is ever ‘old’;...
Medical Insurance for Expatriates in Indonesia: What You Need to Know
Companies operating in Indonesia understand the critical need for comprehensive medical insurance to protect their expatriate staff and their families,...
East Java Friends and How to Cope with a Go-Along-To-Get-Along Society
Joe Kirk does not use the words “foreigner” or “bule”’; the latter is the slang term in Java for Caucasians....
Sayurbox: Your Fresh Journey in Jakarta
Picture this: You’ve just unpacked the last box in your new apartment in Jakarta. The city buzzes with energy and...
The Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia is currently looking for a Junior Visa Decider
The Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia is currently looking for a Junior Visa Decider (80% -100%) with citizenship of a...