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The Indonesian national motto "Unity in Diversity" points to one of the greatest attractions of your host country, Indonesia. There are some 300 ethnic groups,
a result of both the country's unique geography and history. Many Indonesians may see themselves first by their ethnic and cultural group and secondly as
Indonesians. The glue that binds the people together ist the usage of the Bahasa Indonesia, the national language, and Pancasila, the national philosophy,
which stresses the doctrine of unity and universal justice for all Indonesians.
The majority of Indonesians are of Malay extraction. The remainder of the "pribumi" (natives) are Melanesian (in Papua-Irian Jaya and the eastern islands).
There are ethnic Chinese, Indians and Arabs concentrated mostly in urban areas throughout the archipelago. Major Ethnic groups: Javanese - 45%,
Sundanese - 14%, Madurese - 7.5%, Coastal Malays - 7.5%, and others - 26%.
Religion
About 88% of the population is Muslim. Roughly 10% is Christian (Protestant and Roman Catholic) and approximately 2% is Hindu and Buddhist. All five of
these religions are formally recognized in Indonesia and have official national holidays commemorating events of importance to their followers. While the
country is predominantly Muslim, the government is secular and therefore is not based on a single religion.
Geography
Indonesians refer to their homeland as Tanah Air Kita, which means "Our Land and Water." This refers to its geographical makeup consisting of 18,108 islands
(based on 2003 satellite imaging data by the Aviation and Space Institute) with a total land mass of 1.91 million square kilometers connected by six seas
covering more than 3 million square kilometers.
About 6,000 islands are inhabited with Java accounting for more than half the nation's population. Satellite imaging Analysis has also showed that Indonesia
has a coastline of 108,920 kilometers (68,075 miles) and a total of 20,731 square kilometers (82,924 miles) of reefs.
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world extending some 2,000 kilometers from North to South and more than 5,000 kilometers from East to West. The
archipelago stretches over more than one-tenth of the Equator between Southeast Asia and Australia. The largest islands are the Kalimantan provinces on
Borneo, Sumatra, Papua (formerly Irian Jaya), Sulawesi and Java (where Jakarta is located).
Largest Cities
Jakarta, with a population of over 9.5 million, Surabaya, Bandung, Semarang, Yogyakarta, Surakarta (Solo), Medan, Padang, Palembang, Ujung Pandang,
Banjarmasin, Bandar Lampung and Manado
Climate
Mostly equatorial. The temperature ranges between 16-35 degrees Celsius (61-91 degrees F) with humidity ranging from 60-90 percent. There are two seasons,
the rainy monsoon season which usually lasts from November through May, followed by the dry season which usually lasts from June through October. Rainfall
varies throughout Indonesia, averaging 706 mm (28 inches) yearly
THE LANGUAGE
The official language is Bahasa Indonesia. The written and spoken form is based on the Malay trade dialect which was used throughout the region in the past.
Bahasa Indonesia is a strong unifying factor in a country where more than 300 distinct regional languages are still spoken. Bahasa Indonesia is not a difficult
language to learn and many expatriates quickly learn the language sufficiently to succeed in meeting every day needs. More formal Bahasa Indonesia is
expected to be used in high level business meetings. Newspapers and television news use formal Bahasa Indonesia.
English may be spoken in international and high level business contexts in large cities. You may be able to converse with some Indonesians in Jakarta in
English. In rural areas it may be difficult to find people who speak English, unless the locale is a widely visited tourist destination. Many employees of
international hotels and limousine drivers speak English. You may have difficulty finding an English speaking taxi driver or household staff.
Dutch may be understood by older Indonesians, who may have attended Dutch schools.
Visa
A. TOURIST VISA
Maximum length of stay in Indonesia is 60 days. Requests for Tourist Visas are submitted to the Indonesian Consulate General in Frankfurt by filling out the
appropriate forms (2 copies for each person) and enclosing:
· Passport (still valid at least 6 months from the date of submission)
· Two 4x6cm colour Passport photographs
· Letter of recommendation from a sponsor in Indonesia (if necessary)
· Marriage Certificate or Letter of Employment (if necessary)
· Proof of residence in Germany (e.g. stay permits)
· Proof of a return ticket, or a ticket to continue travel to another country (or Travel itinerary issued by a Travel Agent)
· Evidence of sufficient funds to maintain himself/herself during his/her stay in Indonesia (e.g. recent Bank Statements or Credit Card
Please note that for non German Passport holders or passport holders from countries not listed for Free-Visa Short Term Visits, the maximum length of stay in
Indonesia is 30 days and cannot be in any way extended/transferred.
B. TRANSIT VISA
There are two types of Transit Visas available:
1. Transit Visa
2. Transit Visa On Arrival
Transit Visa
The validity of a Transit Visa is 90 days from its date of issue, with a staying period of 14 days from the day of arrival in Indonesia. Transit Visas are given to
persons of foreign origin who wish to stop over in Indonesian territory for purposes of :
- Continuing a journey to return to their country of origin
- To join or work on a transport vehicle that will continue its journey outside Indonesian territory
- In emergency cases due to a delayed flight or journey
Requests for a Transit Visa must be submitted by filling out the appropriate registration forms (2 copies for each person) and enclosing:
· Passport (still valid at least 6 months from the date of submission)
· Two 4x6cm colour Passport photographs
· Proof of a return ticket, or a ticket to continue travel to another country
· Persons stopping over in Indonesia to join or work on a transport vehicle that will continue its journey outside Indonesian territory, must have proof of a
work contract pertaining to that fact.
· Evidence of sufficient funds to maintain himself/herself during his/her stay in Indonesia (e.g. recent Bank Statements or Credit Card) (if necessary)
Transit Visa On Arrival
Transit Visas On Arrival are valid for stopovers within Indonesian territory due to emergencies affecting transport vehicles and other legitimate causes, resulting
in a delay in that journey and verified by the proper authorities.
VISA ON ARRIVAL
1. Citizensfromthesecountries ::
a. USA
b. Australia
c. SouthAfrica
d. Argentina
e. Brazil
f. Denmark
g. EmiratArab
h. Finland
i. Hungary
j. UnitedKingdom
k. Italy
l Japan
m Germany
n. Canada
o. SouthKorea
p. Norway
q. France
r. Polandia
s. Switzerland
t. New Zealand
u. Taiwan
starting from 1st February 2004 is given Visa On Arrival to stay in Indonesia in 30 days for for purposes of holiday/ tourism, social culture, business visit, and
government duty (extension or transfer to another type of Visa not possible). In case of natural disaster, accident, or ill, this kind of visa can only be extended
after getting approval of Minister of Justice and Human Rights Affairs of Republik Indonesia.
2. Citizens of these countries must always have a valid Passport (still valid for at least 6 months) and onward /return tickets.
3. Visitors on Visa On Arrival must enter and exit from certain Airports and Seaports Immigration Check points in Indonesia. There are 7 Airports and 8
Seaports (plus 1 overland Port) across Indonesia.
VISA-FREE SHORT TERM VISITS (BVKS)
Citizens from 11 countries are given Visa-Free Short Term Visit for purposes of holiday/ tourism, social culture, business visit, and government duty. The
maximum length of stay in Indonesia citizens coming from countries listed under the Visa-Free Short Term Visits is 30 days from the date of entry (extension or
transfer to another type of Visa not possible). In case of natural disaster, accident, or ill, this kind of visa can only be extended after getting approval of Minister
of Justice and Human Rights Affairs of Republik Indonesia.
Citizens of these 11 countries must always have a valid Passport (still valid for at least 6
months) and onward /return tickets. Those 11 countries are as follows:
1. Brunei Darussalam
2. Chile
3. Hong Kong Special Administration Region (SAR)
4. Macao Special Administration Region (SAR)
5. Malaysia
6. Marocco
7. Peru
8. Philipina
9. Singapore
10. Thailand
11. Vietnam
Visitors on Visa-Free Short Term Visits must enter and exit from certain Airports and Seaports Immigration Check points in Indonesia. There are 7 Airports and 8
Seaports (plus 1 overland Port) across Indonesia.
These Airports and Seaports Immigration check points are as follows:
a. Airports:
1. Polonia in Medan
2. Sultan Syarif Kasim II in Pekanbaru
3. Tabing in Padang
4. Soekarno-Hatta in Jakarta
5. Juanda in Surabaya
6. Ngurah Rai in Bali and
7. Sam Ratulangi in Manado
b. Seaports:
1. Sekupang, Batu Ampar, Nongsa und Marina Teluk Senimba in Batam
2. Bandar Bintan Telani Lagoi and Bandar Sri Udana Lobam in Tanjung Uban
3. Belawan in Belawan
4. Sibolga in Sibolga
5. Yos Sudarso in Dumai
6. Teluk Bayur in Padang
7. Padang Bai in Bali and
8. Jayapura in Jayapura
The processing time for Visa applications that require approval by the Directorate General of Immigration in Jakarta is 3-5 weeks. For applications that do not
require approval, the processing time is 5 working days. All applications will be processed in due course as soon as all necessary requirements are fulfilled.
Consular Fees for Visa applications vary according to the types of Visa and the duration of stay (see Consular Fees and Payment methods)
Please note that all Visa application Fees are non-refundable, regardless of the decision made on the application.
The Regulation of Animal Transportation To and From Indonesia
ANIMAL QUARANTINE REQUIREMENT
To prevent introduction or release of pests and animal diseases to/from the territory of the Republic of Indonesia, or areas within the country, every animals, or
animal products consigned to/from the territory of Indonesia, or areas within the country should meet the following requirements :
I. IMPORTATION
1. Equipped with a health certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/animal quarantine office of country of origin.
2. Entry through designated airports/ports of entry.
3. Notify the animal quarantine officer at the airport/port of entry for quarantine measures.
II. EXPORTATION
1. Equipped with a health certificate issued by the animal quarantine office at the airport/port of embarkation.
2. Through designated airports/ports of embarkation.
3. Notify the animal quarantine officer at the airport/port of embarkation for quarantine measures.
III. DOMESTIC TRANSPORT (ENTRY AND EXIT)
1. Equipped with a health certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary quarantine office at the airport/port of entry/embarkation.
2. Through designated airports/ports of entry/embarkation.
3. Notify the animal quarantine officer at the airport/port of entry/embarkation for quarantine measures.
IV. PENALTY
According to article 31, Act No. 16, 1992:
1. Anyone who violates the provision regarding the animal quarantine requirements provided in the article 5, 6, 7 and provision in the article 21 and 25
shall be punished with maximum imprisonment of 3(three) years and maximum fine of Rp. 150.000.000,- (one hundred and fifty million rupiahs).
2. Any person due to negligence violates the provision regarding the animal quarantine requirements provided in the article 5, 6, 7 and provision in the
article 21 and 25 shall be punished with maximum of 1 (one) year and a maximum fine of Rp. 50.000.000,- (fifty million rupiahs).
3. The punishable act provided in paragraph 1 shall be considered as a crime and punishable act provided in paragraph 2 shall be considered as an
offense.
PROHIBITION
No entry of dogs, cats, monkeys and other animals into the following rabies-free areas of
Indonesia:
1. All islands surrounding the main islands of Sumatra including, Batam, Belitung, Bangka, Bintan, Sabang, Nias and other small islands.
2. West Kalimantan
3. Maluku
4. Papua (Irian Jaya)
5. East Nusa Tenggara
6. West Nusa Tenggara
7. Bali
8. Madura
9. East Java
10. Central Java
11. Yogyakarta
Any attempt to violate this prohibition will result in immediate detention and destruction of the animal concerned (State Gazette 1912, No. 452 and Ministry of
Agriculture Decree No. 892/Kpts/The Nation.56/1997).
Exception:
Dogs, cats, monkeys and other animals originated from the following rabies-free countries:
1. Australia
2. New Zealand
3. Fiji
4. Hawaii
5. Taiwan
6. Japan
7. Ireland
8. Iceland
9. Bermuda
10. Brunei Darussalam
11. Sabah and Serawak
12. Cyprus
13. Denmark
14. Sweden
15. Norway
16. Malta
17. United Kingdoms
18. Singapore
19. Hong Kong
20. Turcos and Cocos
are permitted to enter into the rabies-free areas with the following requirements:
1. The animals concerned shall be accompanied with an identity card (Animal Passport) and Animal Health Certificate issued by an authorized
government veterinarian in the country of origin.
2. The animal should not be in pregnant condition.
3. The animal should not be in breast-fed condition.
4. The animal has been vaccinated against rabies with inactive rabies vaccine only.
5. The vaccinations should be performed at least 30 days prior to exportation and not more than 1 year.
6. The age of animal at the time of exportation should be at least 90 days.
7. The animal has been subjected to quarantine measures before exportation in the country of origin.
At the place of entry in rabies-free areas in Indonesia, the animal shall be submitted to quarantine measures for at least 14 days period and the longest for 6
(six) months upon its arrival.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR ANIMAL AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS TRANSPORTATION
TO/FROM INDONESIA
I. EXPORTATION OF PET ANIMALS (DOGS, CATS, MONKEYS)
1. Rabies Vaccination Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/ veterinary service or private veterinary practitioner/local animal
health center. The date of vaccination should be 30 days prior to departure.
2. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon or a private veterinary practitioner at place of origin.
3. Letter of recommendation for exportation issued by Provincial Veterinary Services at place of origin.
4. Export permit issued by Directorate of Animal Health, Directorate General of Livestock Services (DGLS), Department of Agriculture.
5. CITES export permit issued by Directorate General of Nature Protection and Conservation, Department of Forestry and Plantation (especially for wildlife,
such as monkeys).
6. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure and submit application for quarantine inspection.
II. IMPORTATION OF PET ANIMALS (DOGS, CATS, MONKEYS)
1. Rabies Vaccination Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon or private veterinary practitioner in the country of origin.
2. Health Certificate issued by Animal Quarantine Office at the place of departure or an authorized government veterinary surgeon.
3. Letter of recommendation for importation issued by Provincial Veterinary Services at place of destination.
4. Import permit issued by Directorate of Animal Health, Directorate General of Livestock Services.
5. CITES export permit issued by CITES authority in the country of origin (especially for wildlife, such as monkeys).
6. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure and submit application for quarantine inspection.
III. DOMESTIC EXIT CONSIGNMENT OF PET ANIMALS (DOGS, CATS, MONKEYS)
1. Rabies Vaccination Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/ veterinary service or private veterinary practitioner/local animal
health center.
2. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon or a private veterinary practitioner at place of origin.
3. Letter of recommendation for exportation issued by Provincial Veterinary Services at place of origin.
4. Permit for transportation of wildlife issued by the Natural Resource Conservation Office at place of origin (especially for monkeys).
5. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure.
IV. IMPORTATION OF BIRDS, POULTRIES AND REPTILES
1. Import permit issued by Directorate of Animal Health, Directorate General of Livestock Services.
2. A copy of the letter of approval for a temporary quarantine facility issued by the Director of the Center for Agricultural Quarantine.
3. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/ quarantine officer at country of origin.
4. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before the arrival.
V. DOMESTIC EXIT CONSIGNEMENT OF REPTILES, BIRDS AND POULTRIES
1. Letter of recommendation for exportation issued by the Veterinary Service at province/district of origin.
2. Permit for transportation of wildlife issued by the Natural Resource Conservation office at place of origin.
3. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure.
VI. EXPORTATION OF REPTILES, BIRDS AND OTHER WILDLIFE AS HAND-CARRIED
ANIMAL (Maximum 2 animals)
1. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/a private veterinary practitioner, or contact the Animal Quarantine Office at
place of departure.
2. Export Permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Services.
3. CITES Export Permit issued by the Directorate General of Nature Protection and Conservation.
4. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure.
VII. IMPORTATION OF REPTILES, BIRDS AND OTHER WILDLIFE AS HAND-CARRIAGE
ANIMAL (Maximum 2 animals)
1. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/a private veterinary practitioner, or contact the Animal Quarantine Office at
place of departure.
2. Import Permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Services.
3. Export Permit issued by the CITES authority in the country of origin.
4. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before arrival.
VIII. IMPORTATION OF DAY-OLD CHICK (DOC) AND DAY-OLD DUCK (DOD)
1. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/ the Animal Quarantine Office at place of departure.
2. Import Permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Services.
3. Certificate of Origin issued by authorized government institution in the country of origin (Form A and Form B).
4. A copy of the letter of Approval for temporary quarantine facility issued by the Director of the Center for Agricultural Quarantine.
5. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before arrival.
IX. EXPORTATION OF DAY-OLD CHICK (DOC) AND DAY-OLD DUCK(DOD)
1. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/ the company's veterinarian.
2. Export Permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Services.
3. Pullorum-Free Poultry Farm Certificate issued by the Provincial Veterinary Services at place of origin.
4. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure.
X. DOMESTIC EXIT CONSIGNMENT OF DAY-OLD CHICK (DOC) AND DAY-OLD DUCK
(DOD)
1. Health Certificate issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/ the company's veterinarian.
2. Pullorum-Free Poultry Farm Certificate issued by the Provincial Veterinary Services at place of origin.
3. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before departure.
XI. IMPORTATION OF ANIMAL PRODUCTS AND ANIMAL PRODUCT MATERIAL (meat,
eggs, leather, cheese, etc)
1. Health Certificate for animal products issued by an authorized government veterinary surgeon/the Animal Quarantine Office at place of departure.
2. Import Permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Services.
3. A copy of the letter of Approval for temporary quarantine facility issued by the Director of the Center for Agricultural Quarantine.
4. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before arrival.
XII. EXPORTATION OF ANIMAL PRODUCTS AND ANIMAL PRODUCT MATERIAL (meat,
eggs, leather, cheese, etc)
1. Health Certificate for animal products issued by the veterinary service at province or district of origin.
2. Export Permit issued by the Directorate General of Livestock Services.
3. Laboratory test result by an accredited veterinary public health laboratory.
4. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before arrival.
XIII. DOMESTIC EXIT CONSIGNMENT OF ANIMAL PRODUCTS AND ANIMAL PRODUCT
MATERIAL (meat, eggs, leather, cheese, etc)
1. Letter of recommendation for exit issued by veterinary service at province/district of origin.
2. Laboratory test result by an accredited veterinary public health laboratory.
3. Notify the Animal Quarantine Office 2 days before arrival.
Indonesian Embassy & Consulate in Germany
1. Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia to the Federal Republic of Germany
Lehrter Strasse 16-17, 10557 Berlin
Telp : (49-30) 445 9210, 478 070
Fax : (49-30) 4473 7142
Email : kbriberlin@t-online.de
Website : www.kbri-berlin.org
2. Indonesian Consulate General in Frankfurt, Germany
Zeppelin Alle 23, 60325 Frankfurt am Main
Telp : (49-69) 2470980
Fax : (49-69) 24709840
Email : kjriffm@kjriffm.de
Website : www.kjriffm.de
3. Indonesian Consulate General in Hamburg, Germany
Bebelalle 15, 22299 Hamburg
Telp : (49-40) 512 071 to 3
Fax : (49-40) 511 7531
Email : KJRI.Hamburg@t-online.de
4. Indonesian Honorary Consulate in München, Germany
Widenmayer Strasse 24, 80538 München
Telp : (49-89) 294 609
Fax : (49-89) 294 609
5. Indonesian Honorary Consulate in Stuttgart, Germany
Medien Centrum, Augusta Platz 8, 76530 Baden-Baden
Telp : (49-7221) 366 511
Fax : (49-7221) 366 519
6. Indonesian Honorary Consulate in Düsseldorf, Germany
Flinger Richtweg 60, 40235 Düsseldorf
Telp : (49-211) 9090 6333
Fax : (49-211) 9090 6330
7. Indonesian Honorary Consulate in Bremen, Germany
Friedrich-Klippert Strasse 1, 28759 Bremen
Telp : (49-421) 660 4400
Fax : (49-421) 660 4300
8. Indonesian Honorary Consulate in Hannover, Germany
Georgsplatz 1, 30159 Hannover
Telp : (49-511) 361 2150
Fax : (49-511) 361 4952
9. Indonesian Honorary Consulate in Kiel, Germany
Brauner Berg 15, 24159 Kiel
Telp : (49-431) 394 020
Fax : (49-431) 394 025