We’ve all seen them – those newly arrived expats – fresh off the boat (or most likely the plane)! The overwhelming sensory flood newcomers feel during their first weeks in Indonesia is topped off by the challenge of the enormous … Continue reading →
Moving is never an easy task, but with proper preparation (and of course, choosing the right moving company!), it will surely save you from any headaches. With so many things to remember, here is a comprehensive checklist of the things … 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 →
RPTKA stands for Rencana Penempatan Tenaga Kerja Asing, or Expatriate Placement Plan. The Indonesian government has strict guidelines on what foreign expertise is required for the development of the country. These guidelines determine who can be issued work permits. See … Continue reading →
Passports for your family members are issued by a passport office from your own country. While your government may allow children to follow on their mother’s passports, it is better to have separate passports for every family member, just in … Continue reading →
We’ve all seen them – those newly arrived expats – fresh off the boat (or most likely the plane)! The overwhelming sensory flood newcomers feel during their first weeks in Indonesia is topped off by the challenge of the enormous … Continue reading →
Along with the excitement of living in a new country and the promise of an enriching cultural and professional experience come the mundane tasks of planning your move to Indonesia. Poor planning will result in a more stressful move for … Continue reading →