Minister Terminates Visa Exemption for Chinese Citizens
The Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Yasonna Laoly, has signed regulations concerning the temporary suspension of visa-free visit, visas,...
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Indonesian Expats: Travelling to the US with an ESTA
Visiting the US is a dream holiday for many people but due to the strict visa requirements, this can put...
Visa Invests in Go-Jek, Aims for more Cashless Payment Options
Payment processor Visa has invested in Indonesia’s ride-hailing service Go-Jek. The investment is part of Go-Jek’s ongoing series F fundraising...
Getting to Know You Shouldn?t be so Difficult
Australia is so close that passengers just have time for a snack and a snooze on a two-hour-30-minute flight to...
Indonesian Passports now Eligible for Visa Free Travel to 81 Countries
A number of countries are reported to have dropped the visa requirements for Indonesian passport holders. According to Passport Index,...
Indonesia Visa Overstay Fine Rises Sharply
Make sure to get your visa documentation in order as soon as possible because Indonesia has significantly raised the daily...
The New Work and Stay Permit Procedure for Expatriates: An Update on the Implementation
In March 2018, the president issued Presidential Regulation 20/2018 concerning the use of foreign workers, which marked the start of...
How to Get a Business Visa in Indonesia
Foreign entrepreneurs in Indonesia can apply for a business visa. What are the precise activities you can engage in? With...
British Woman Who Slapped Immigration Officer Sentenced to Six Months in Prison
The British woman who went viral for slapping an immigration officer was sentenced to six months in jail by an...
Investors No Longer Require a Work Permit in Indonesia
As of November 1, 2018, the Ministry of Manpower and Immigration has started the implementation of the new work and...
When a Work Permit Is Not Needed: Know the Latest Employment Regulation
The implementation of the latest Presidential Regulation (No. 20/2018) concerning Foreign Workers introduced several simplifications to boost the ease of...
An Overview of the Types of Sponsored Work and Stay Permits in Indonesia
Foreigners who wish to work and stay in Indonesia can choose from various types of work and stay permits, depending...
Why You Need to Apply for an Exit Permit Only/EPO in Indonesia
If you are a foreigner holding a temporary stay permit (KITAS) in Indonesia, keep in mind that you must apply...
Working in Indonesia with a Stay Permit Sponsored by a Spouse?
Foreigners wishing to work in Indonesia require a Foreign Manpower Utilisation Plan (RPTKA) and work permit (IMTA), which are issued...
Which Visa for Business Travels?
Foreigners travelling to Indonesia for business meetings or for attending seminars or training or other business (non-working) activities have a...
British Tourist Slaps Immigration Officer Over Visa Fine
A British tourist who lashed out at an immigration officer has been detained in Indonesia and is facing criminal charges,...
Expatriates Now Required to Learn Indonesian
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s decree to help simplify Indonesia’s procedures for issuing foreigners’ work permits, which is set to take...
Two Indonesian Comedians Charged for Visa Violations in Hong Kong
Two Indonesian Comedians named Yudo Prasetyo (Cak Yudo) and Deni Afriandi (Cak Percil), have been convicted in Hong Kong for...
Free Stay and Visa Extensions Provided for Stranded Tourists in Bali
The tourism and hospitality industry in Bali are giving special offers and services for tourists in Bali whose stay have...
New Zealand Simplifies Visas for Indonesian Tourists
New Zealand has signed an agreement to enable Indonesian tourists to obtain a visa in only three days. The agreement,...
UK Visa Requirements Divides Indonesian-British Family
A British family has been left divided between Suffolk in the United Kingdom and Jakarta following visa complications. According to...