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 →
Indonesia is an archipelago in Southeast Asia consisting of roughly 17,508 islands. The official language is Indonesian. Below is a selection of resources for searching for employment opportunities as a foreigner in Indonesia. General Job Search Engines and Classifieds With … 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 →
Documents Required Original Passport Original Residence permit (ITAS Card) valid for 12 months – Issued by Indonesia’s Immigration office. Original Work Permit (IMTA) valid for FULL 12 months – Issued by Indonesia’s Labor Dept. Authorization Letter from Shipper (We will … Continue reading →
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 →
Previous Work Permit Regulation (16/2015) stated that for the purpose of attending meetings, giving speeches, trainings, and one-time job assignments, a foreigner is required to have temporary work permit. This is no longer the case. As already stated above, you may … Continue reading →