In July 2016 the Labor Ministry reported that there were 43,816 foreign workers in Indonesia. This reflects a steady decline in foreign nationals who have been issued work permits, every year since 2010. In reality, the Indonesian immigration office certainly … Continue reading →
Q1. Is the air in Jakarta always polluted? Poor air quality is a fact of life in Jakarta. The pollution in Jakarta consists mostly of substances like Sulfur Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide and dust particles. Seventy per cent of the air-pollution … Continue reading →
Most people think of marriage as the ultimate emotional and spiritual bond. They are looking forward to a life of happiness. However, when faced with negotiating a premarital agreement, they realize that not only do they have to decide what … Continue reading →
Important relevant regulations that affect employee contracts and budgeting Doing business in Indonesia requires basic knowledge about its regulations. Each employee contract and company regulation/collective agreement should comply with Manpower/Labor Law UU no. 13 Year 2003. This law is one … Continue reading →
I just have spent the last two weeks renewing my two son’s ITAS. I would like to share information so that other expats can benefit. The immigration don’t readily give out step by step procedures and the agents (biro jasa) … Continue reading →
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Continue reading →It just happens, violating the rules of your stay permit (KITAS) or your visa. Sometimes totally absent-mindedly. What happens if you do violate the rules, or more importantly, what do you do if you get caught? There are many types … Continue reading →
Steps and procedures for the needed permits to repatriate remains if an expatriate passes away in Indonesia Here are the steps of getting the permits for the purposes of Cremation and bringing the ashes to your home country. Step 1: … Continue reading →
In order to avoid the risk of loss or theft of the original copy of your Passport, ITAP or ITAS card, or other important documents, and the resulting hassles to replace them, many expatriates keep the original at their home/office … Continue reading →
Foreigners holding an ITAS or an ITAP are allowed to obtain an Indonesian driver’s license – SIM (Surat Izin Mengemudi) anywhere in the country. Tourists, Visit visa holders and Business visa holder can be issued a SIM valid for 1 … Continue reading →