Knowing how to pay your electricity bill is probably near the top of things to find out for expats just relocating to Indonesia. In Indonesia, electricity is sold to customers by state owned monopoly, PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara, or PLN … Continue reading →
Anyone who has ever read a newspaper article on Indonesia knows, Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world. What many do not know is that Indonesia also has a large Christian population. About 7% of Indonesians identify as … Continue reading →
Indonesia recognizes limited dual citizenship for children. This article will cover step-by-step instructions on how to apply for an Indonesian passport for dual national children from within Indonesia. Eligibility for Indonesian Passport for Dual National Children To obtain an Indonesian … Continue reading →
According to Government Regulation on Wages (Peraturan Pemerintah No 78, 2015 Tentang Pengupahan), the governor of each province in Indonesia must publish the Regional Minimum Wage (UMP – Upah Minimum Propinsi) for their region by November 1st for the following … Continue reading →
As parents, the medical needs of our children are often our number one concern. For expat parents newly arrived, the question of obtaining vaccination for children in Indonesia is one that often comes up. Thankfully, this article will explain when … Continue reading →
The companies that employ expatriates are normally responsible for providing housing for their expatriate employees who are relocating to Indonesia. For companies that are new to Indonesia, they will likely encounter unusual leasing practices compared to what they would find … Continue reading →
“Foreign ownership of houses or apartments falls under the Right of Use category, locally known as Hak Pakai, which is weaker than the Right of Ownership category (freehold) or Hak Milik that can only be acquired by Indonesian citizens which … Continue reading →
Whether coming to Indonesia for a vacation or permanent relocation, one can’t help but admire the country for its rich culture and tradition. However, despite the beauty the archipelago holds, there are also beautiful yet underprivileged individuals who are in … Continue reading →
Every expat that comes to Indonesia has a different story to tell about how they found their home. In the worst cases, the story details a long exhaustive quest for just the right house for the family. In many stories, … Continue reading →
One of the biggest challenges of working in a foreign country is learning how to operate in a different cultural setting. Business may be business the whole world over, but the way it is conducted differs widely. Expats have heard … Continue reading →