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VISA REGULATIONS
All visitors traveling to Indonesia must be in possession
of a passport valid for at least six months from the date
of arrival and have proof of onward passage.
Visas are not required for nationals of as follows :
Under the new rules effective February 1, 2004 only 11 countries
visa are not required for nationals as follows: Thailand,
Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, Philippines, Hong
Kong SAR, Macau SAR, Chile, Morocco, Peru and Vietnam.
VISA ON ARRIVAL
Effective February 1, 2004, the nationals of 21 countries
will be able to obtain a "Visa on Arrival" processed
at the gate of entry following the payment of an official
fee.
The nationals of 21 countries eligible to purchase visas on
arrival as follows : The United States of America, Australia,
South Africa, Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, United Arab Emirates,
Finland, Hungary, United Kingdom, Italy, Japan, Germany, Canada,
South Korea, Norway, France, Poland, Switzerland, New Zealand,
and Taiwan.
The nationals of the those countries must hold a passport
with at least 6 months remaining validity at the time of arrival,
present a completed embarkation/disembarkation card provided
by the airlines, be able to inform that they have sufficient
means to live during their stay in Indonesia, not be listed
on any official blacklist of individuals prohibited from entering
the country, and pay the stipulated fee to obtain a visa.
The Visa on Arrival fee for citizens of those 21 countries
is US$ 25 for a 30 day visa and US$ 10 for a 3 day visa.
The Visa on Arrival is non-extendable and cannot be converted
into another class of visa.
Once payment is completed the tourist will proceed to an immigration
counter for final inspection of documents and visa issuance.
The visa on arrival facility will only be
available at the following international gateways:
Airports : Medan, Pekanbaru, Padang, Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali
dan Menado. Seaports : Batam, Tanjung Uban ( Bintan ), Belawan(Medan),
Sibolga (Sumatra), Dumai, Telukayar (Padang-Sumatra), Benoa
(Bali) and Jayapura (Papua).
VISAS BEFORE ARRIVAL
Citizens of countries not included on a visa-free or visa-on-arrival
lists must apply for a visa overseas before arriving in Indonesia
to Consulate Section of the nearest Indonesian Embassy or
Indonesian Consulate. Citizens of any country wishing to stay
more than 30 days must also apply for an appropriate visa
at their nearest Indonesian Embassy or Consulate before traveling
to Indonesia.
SPECIAL FACILITIES
A certain number of special facilities are being
introduced in connection with the new visa policy, including:
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Tour Agents are able to arrange express
handling for groups at no additional charge by presenting
the completed immigration cards, passports and applicable
visa fee.
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Passengers who overstay their visa
period for a short period of time can be processed immediately
at the airport by paying US$ 20 for every day they "overstayed"
their 30 day visa.
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Airlines that experience technical
difficulties or delayed flights can apply for their passengers
to be exempted from paying any "overstay" penalties.
VISAS FOR RETIREES
The Immigration Department has issued revisions to regulations
that allow the granting of temporary stay permits for those
over 55 years of age. This facility to provide renewable stay
permits of one year's duration was originally announced in
1998 (Keputusan Menteri Kehakiman No. M.04-IZ.01.02 tahun
1998). In the first few years after the regulations were issued
few retirees were actually able to actually get the visa due
to the strict requirements. Revisions to the regulations in
April 2002 (decree by the General Director of Immigration
in law No. F. 492-UM.01.10, April 18, 2002) brought the requirements
within closer reach of the financial capabilities of most
retirees.
The retirement visa facility is intended to assist those wishing
to spend their retirement in Indonesia and has the following
requirements :
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Applicant is 55 years old or older
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Possess a passport or travel documents
with more than 18 months remaining validity.
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Submit full identification ( copy
of all passports pages ) and four passport photos 4x6cm.
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Curriculum vitae.
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Statement from Pension Fund Foundation
or Bank from the country of origin (or Indonesia) of funds
available, minimum of US$1,500 per month, to provide the
applicant living expenses during the proposed stay in
Indonesia (Total US$18,000 per year) (VERY stiff compared
to other countries requirements - US$600/month in Panama),
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Proof of medical/health Insurance,
death insurance, and personal liability insurance in country
of origin or Indonesia,
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Statement of living accommodation
in Indonesia. Minimum cost of US$35,000 if purchased house/apartment
or, a minimum rental cost of US$500/month in Jakarta,
Bandung, and Bali; US$300/month for other cities in Java
Island, Batam, and Medan, and other cities a minimum US$
200/month.) in the tourist areas according to the regulations,
- Statement to declare employment of an Indonesian
maid servant whilst living in Indonesia,
- Payment of Immigration Fee based on effective regulations,
- · Sponsor letter from the appointed travel
agency, costs to be paid by applicant,
- Statement agreeing not to engage in business activities
or work for a living. You MAY NOT WORK in Indonesia
on this visa!
- You may stay in Indonesia for one year on this
visa, extendable for up to a maximum stay of five
years.
You can enter first on a senior citizen
tourist visa and then after a month apply for the limited
stay permit (KITAS).
Appointed Indonesian Travel Agencies act as a coordinators
for seniors and must sponsor all those applying for this visa
facility.
Be advised that even on a retirement visa, you will be liable
to pay Indonesia personal income tax, taxed at the rate of
35% for incomes over Rp 200 million/year ($20,000).
KITAP for Senior Citizens
After extending the limited stay permit for five times (5
years), foreign retirees can apply for an unlimited stay permit
visa (KITAP) through a Senior Foreign Tourist Travel Bureau,
as follows:
- Application letter and guarantee from tourist travel bureau
as a sponsor.
- License (SIUP) and tax number (NPWP) of the travel bureau.
- Appointment letter of travel bureau to handle the Foreign
Senior Tourist.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Original and copy of valid passport
- Four photographs, size 2x3 cm.
- Statement of accounts, issued by Pension Fund Institution
or bank/s declaring funds of not less than US$1,500/month
are available to finance his/her stay in Indonesia.
- Statement/evidence verifying actual stay at available
accommodation facilities through the purchase or rental
at minimum specified rates.
- Statement to declare employment of Indonesian maid-servant
during his/her stay in Indonesia.
- The most recent, still valid, limited stay permit visa.
Naturalization for Senior Citizens
After obtaining an unlimited stay permit (KITAP), citizenship
or naturalization can be sought in a process requiring one
year, based on the qualifications of the retiree.
TIP for visitors ( tourists )
Do not forget to make copies of your passport and
keep them separate. Losing your passport in Indonesia will
cause you quite a few inconveniences since you'll have to
make at least one trip to your embassy in Jakarta. We advise
to make copies of travelers cheques, health insurances, drivers
licenses, credit cards and bills of photo and video equipment
as well. In case of loss this can help you at the police station
and later on to get your lost property replaced.
IMMIGRATION
- Ngurah Rai International Airport
Jl.Ngurah Rai, Kuta
Phone : 751 038
- Central Office
Jl.DI.Panjaitan,Niti Mandala,Renon
Denpasar
Phone : 227 828
HEALTH
International health certificates for smallpox and cholera
are not required, except from travellers arriving from infected
areas.
CUSTOMS
Indonesian Customs allows on entry a maximum of two liters
of alcoholic beverages, 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100
grams of tobacco and a reasonable amount of perfume per adult.
Cars, photographic equipment, typewriters and tape recorders
must be declared to Customs upon entry and must be re- exported.
prohibited from entry are TV sets, radios, narcotics and ammunition.
Advance approval has to be acquired for carrying transceivers
and all movie films and video cassettes must be censored by
the Film Censor Board. Fresh fruit, plants and animals must
have quarantine permits.
TIPPING
Major hotels usually add a 10% service charge to bills. Where
it is not included a tip of between 5% to 10% of the bill
would be appropriate if the service is satisfactory.
Airport porters expect Rp.10,000,- to Rp.20,000,- but actually
sometimes depend commitment.
Tipping taxi and hire-car drivers is not mandatory, but if
service has been satisfactory the sum of tip depend on passengers,
tip is sufficient for a taxi driver, Hire-car drivers would
normally expect a larger tip.
CLOTHING
Dress is normally informal in Indonesia due to the warm, humid
climate and clothing of light fabrics are recommended. Travelling
in highland areas is noticeably cooler, however, and carrying
a light sweater may prove useful. Accepted attire for men
is a shirt and long pants. A jacket and tie are required for
official calls or for more formal occasions. Long sleeved
batik or handwoven shirts are acceptable for evening functions.
For ladies, dresses, blouses, and long pants are appropriate.
Shorts, halters or tank tops should only be used at sports
facilities or on the beach. Waist sashes should be worn when
visiting temples.
OFFICE HOURS
Business offices are usually open either from 8.00 am to 4.00
pm or 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, with a break for lunch between 12.00
noon and 1.00 pm. but on Saturday many business offices are
closed.
Government office hours are from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm from Monday
to Friday and on Saturday many Government offices are closed.
BANKING
Normal banking hours are from 8.00 am to 2.30 pm from Monday
to Friday. Some bank branches in hotels, however, keep longer
hours.
Daily exchange rates are published in newspapers. The US dollar
is the most readily accepted currency.
Most major tourist destination areas have foreign exchange
facilities, but for travel to remote areas, it is advisable
to change money and travelers cheques in advance. Credit cards
are acceptable only at major hotels, restaurants and travel
agencies.
CURRENCY
- RUPIAH CURRENCY
Rupiah Banknotes denominations 100, 500, 1,000, 5,000, 10,000,
20,000, 50,000, 100,000
Rupiah Coins denominations 25, 50, 100, 200, 500.
CREDIT CARDS
Major credit cards and traveler’s checks are acceptable
in most hotels & shops such as Visa Credit Cards, Mastercards,
Amex Cards etc.
SHOPPING
Shops are usually open all week including Sundays. Shopping
hours are usually between 9.00 am and 10.00 pm for department
stores and supermarkets.
Bargaining is customary in small shops and markets, the art
of which is to start at half the asking price and slowly increase
your offer until a compromise is reached. Remember it helps
to smile while bargaining.
TIME
The Indonesian archipelago is spread over three time zones.
Western Indonesia Standard Time, which covers the islands
of Sumatra, Java & Madura, West and Central Kalimantan
is 7 hours ahead of GMT; Central Indonesia Standard Time covers
East and South Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Bali and Nusa Tenggara,
and is 8 hours ahead of GMT; finally Eastern Indonesia Standard
Time, which covers Maluku, and Irian Jaya is 9 hours ahead
of GMT.
ELECTRICITY
Power supply is usually 220 volts/250 cycles in large cities,
but 110 volts is still used in some areas. Normal outlets
are plugs with two rounded pins. It is advisable to check
electricity supplies before using any appliances.
AIR TRANSPORTATION
Air transport is the easiest and most comfortable means of
travel in Indonesia. Air services are available to all provincial
district capitals and other remote areas operated by - Garuda
Indonesia. Merpati Nusantara, Bouraq , Mandala,Lion Air,Batavia
Air, Adam Airlines etc.
AIRPORT TAX
International Tax – Rp.100,000.-
Domestic Tax – Rp.20,000.-
Payable at the counter after check-in.
Ngurai Rai International Airport Information – 751 011
ext.1454
AIRLINES
- Air Paradise
Kuta Mega BlokI
Jl.By Pass Ngurah Rai
Tuban Bali
Phone : 756 666
Fax : 766 100
- Continental Airlines
Wisti Sabha Bld,2nd fl
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Tuban – Bali
Phone : 768 358, 768 360
Fax : 768 369
- Garuda Indonesia
Satriavi Building
Jl.Danau Tamblingan 27
Phone : 285 191
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Phone : 751 011 ext.5204, 751 177
Inna Kuta Beach Hotel
Phone : 751 361 ext.158
Fax : 751 179
Sanur Beach Hotel,Sanur
Phone : 287 915
Jl.Melati no.61, Denpasar
Phone : 227 824
- Qantas
Inna Grand Bali Beach, Sanur
Phone : 288 331
- Singapore Airlines
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Phone : 768 388
Fax : 768 383
- Thai Airways
Inna Grand Bali Beach Hotel, Sanur
Phone : 288 141
Fax : 288 063
- Air Bali (Airlifts/Helicopters)
Dewa Ruci Building 2
Jl.By Pass Nurah Rai, Tuban
Phone : 767 466
- Merpati Nusatara Airlines
Jl.Melati No.51
Phone : 235 358
Ngurah Rai International Airport
(Domestic Departure)
Phone : 751 011 – 5242
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
- Operator Assisted Calls
Within Indonesia – 100 from 8.oo am to 21.00 pm
International - 101
Information – 147
- TAXIS
Bali Taxi – 701 111
- HOSPITALS
- Sanglah Public Hospital
Jl.Sanglah
Denpasar
Phone : 227 911 – 15
- Kasih Ibu Hospital
Jl.Teuku Umar no.120
Denpasar.
Phone : 223 036, 237 016
- CLINICS
- Bali International Medical Center (BMIC) 24 Hours
Jl.By Pass Ngurah Rai 100x
Phone : 761 263
www.bimcbali.com
email : info@bimcbali.com
- Klinik SOS Medika ( International SOS )
Jl.By Pass Ngurah Rai 505x
Phone : 710 505
Fax : 710 515
www.internationalsos.com
email : jenny.Williams@internationalsos.com
- Ubud Clinic (24hr)
Jl.Raya Campuhan no.36
Ubud
Phone : 974 911
- Nusa Dua Clinic
Jl.Pratama No.81A,Nusa Dua
Phone : 771 324
- EMERGENCY NUMBERS
- Ambulance – 118
- Fire Department – 113
- Fire office Badung Regency – 411 333
- Electricity – 123
- Police – 110
- Tourist Police – 224 111
- Search & Rescue – 111/115/151
- Red Cross – 227 224
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DRIVER’S LICENSE
If you wish to hire a car you must be over 18 years old
and posses an International Driver’s Licence or
license from ASEAN countries ( Singapore,Malaysia,Brunei
Darussalam,Philipine,Thailand,Vietnam,Timor Leste &
Kampuchea ).
- CONSULAR OFFICES
- - Australia ( incl.Canada,New Zealand )
Jl.Prof.M.Yamin No.4 Renon
Denpasar
Phone: 235 092/3
Fax : 231 990
Email : ausconbali@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
- Brazil ( Hon.Consulate )
By The Sea Store
Jl.Legian 186,2nd Fl.,Kuta
Phone : 757 775
Fax : 751 005
Email : brazilconsul@bali.net
- Czech Republic ( Hon.Consulate )
Jl.Pengembak 17
Sanur, Denpasar
Phone : 286 465
Fax : 286 408
Email : bali@honorary.mzv.cz
- Denmark & Norway ( Hon.Consulate )
Mimpi Resort, Kawasan Bukit Permai,Jimbaran
Kuta
Phone : 701 070 ext.32
Fax : 701 073/4
Email : mimpi@mimpi.com
- France ( Consular Agency )
Jl.Mertasari,gang II No.8
Sanur, Denpasar
Phone : 285 485
Fax : 286 406
consul@dps.centrin.net.id
- Germany ( Hon.Consulate )
Jl.Pantai Karang No.17
Sanur, Denpasar
Phone : 288 535
Fax : 288 826
Email : germanconsul@bali-ntb.com
- Hungary ( Hon.Consulate )
Marintur – Jl.Raya Kuta 88R
Kuta
Phone : 757 557
Fax : 735 232
Email : cristofoli@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
- Italy ( Vice Consulato )
Lotus Enterprise Bld.
By Pass Ngurah Rai Jimbaran
Phone/Fax : 701 005
Email : italconsbali@italconsbali.com
- Japan
Jl.Raya Puputan No.170
Renon, Denpasar
Phone : 227 628
Fax : 265 066
Email : konjpdps@indo.net.id
- Mexico ( Hon.Consulate )
Puri Astina Bld.
Jl.Prof.Moh.Yamin
Yamin No.1a,Renon
Denpasar
Phone : 223 266
Fax : 244 568
Email : astina@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
- Netherlands ( Hon.Consulate )
Jl.Raya Kuta No.127
Kuta
Phone : 761 506
Fax : 752 777
Email : purwa@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
- Spain ( Hon.Consulate )
Jl.Raya Sanggingan,Br.Lungsiakan,Kadewatan
Ubud
Phone : 975 736
Fax : 975 726
Email : rabik@indo.net.id
- Sweden & Finland ( Hon.Consulate )
Jl.Segara Ayu,Sanur
Phone : 288 407
Fax : 287 242
Email : segara1@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
- Switzerland & Austria ( Consular Agency )
Wekudara, Legian Kaja.
Phone : 751 735
Fax : 754 457
Email : swisscon@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
- United Kingdom ( Hon.Consulate )
c/o Cat & Fiddle Restataurant
Jl.Mertasari No.2
Sanur, Denpasar
Phone/Fax : 270 601
Email : bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id
- USA ( Consular Agency )
Jl.Hayam Wuruk 188
Tanjung Bungkak
Denpasar
Phone : 233 605
Fax : 222 426
Email : amcobali@indo.net.id
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DRIVER’S LICENSE
If you wish to hire a car you must be over 18 years old
and posses an International Driver’s Licence or
lecence from ASEAN countries (Singapore,Malaysia,Brunei
Darussalam,Philipine,Thailand,Vietnam,Timor Leste &
Kampuchea ).
INDONESIAN GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
REGARDING PROPERTY TITLES
Amendment to the Regulation of The State Minister of Agrarian
Affairs/Chairman of the National Land Agency No 7/1996
"Foreigners may purchase the Right of Utilization (Hak
Guna Bangunan) over land with the Right of Proprietorship
(Hak Milik) from the Holder of said Right of Utilization along
with houses or purchase the Right Utilization and later contract
houses on it. The purchase of the Right of Utilization shall
be conducted pursuant to the effective stipulations that are,
by virtue of a deed made by land conveyance, which shall later
be registered in the Land Office. Likewise, the requirements
or construction of houses must abide by the prevailing stipulations,
for example with respect to the Building Construction Permit
(IMB)."
Foreigners may own a house and obtain the title on land by
means of the following:
For many years Indonesia has decreed that
land in Indonesia can only be owned by Indonesian citizens.
Thus, if you want to buy a house (as a foreigner), they wouldn't
have let you in the past.
In the late 90s, new laws were enacted so that foreigners
are now permitted to purchase apartments and office space
in Indonesia if the building has a strata title status. This
enables the foreigner to own the apartment or office space
but not the land on which it stands.
PURCHASING AN APARTMENT OR OFFICE
UNDER STRATA TITLE
Ownership of offices and apartments is possible through
strata title deeds, but the set of laws and regulations that
were enacted in 1996 are still somewhat unclear and ambiguous.
Therefore, to our knowledge, no foreigner has actually been
able to receive a strata title certificate of ownership to
reflect their office or apartment ownership.
The 1996 regulation (No. 41/1966) states that foreigners who
reside in Indonesia, or visit the country regularly for business
purposes, can purchase a home, apartment or condominium as
long as it isn't a part of a government-subsidized housing
development. However, foreigners can only hold land-use deeds,
and most developments hold right-to-build deeds. As it stands
now, it's not possible for someone to have a land-use deed
for a sub-unit of a right-to-build deed. The length of these
titles varies as well. Therein lies some of the difficulties
and unclear ownership issues.
CONVERTIBLE LEASE AGREEMENT
One way for foreigners to go ahead an purchase property despite
these legal ambiguities is to sign a Convertible Lease Agreement
with the apartment property management office to purchase
an apartment. Basically what this agreement entails is that
the foreigner may purchase the apartment, but the title is
still held in the name of the developer or property management
firm. This lease agreement is for a definite period.
The Convertible Lease Agreement states that if and when the
prevailing laws and regulations permit the Lessee to become
legal owner of the apartment/strata title unit, both the Lessor
and the Lessee shall be obligated to sign a Deed of Sale and
Purchase and the title shall be transferred to the foreign
owner.
If you are interested in purchasing an condominium through
this type of agreement, investigate the property management
company thoroughly. In the current economic downturn many
property developers are undergoing serious economic pressures
and construction on many properties has been postponed or
canceled. Show your contracts to a bona fide lawyer to ensure
that all legal implications are covered thoroughly.
Another way that you can purchase a condo is by purchasing
the property and having it in the name of an Indonesian citizen.
Needless to say, this must be someone you trust implicitly
since, according to the law, this person would be the legal
owner.
SINGLES FAMILY DWELLINGS
Ownership of single family dwellings faces even greater legal
issues as foreigners are not allowed to own land in Indonesia.
Where the home you want to purchase is part of a housing development,
the developers can often work something out for you to 'purchase'
a home through a long term lease agreement.
BUYING LAND
By Indonesian law a foreigner can not own land in Indonesia.
If a foreigner chooses, he/she can own land 'indirectly'.
To do this you need to have an agreement between the foreigner
and an Indonesian, signed with the witness of a notary public.
In the agreement the Indonesian is the 'legal owner' while
acknowledging that the foreigner is the 'rightful owner' of
the land and thus the Indonesian owner would carry out any
instructions from the foreigner regarding the land, including
selling the land at certain price with the funds to be paid
to the foreigner owner.
It is not clear, however whether or not these types of agreements
are at all enforceable under Indonesian law and the foreigner
is at risk in the true ownership of his investment.
All land titles within Greater Jakarta (DKI) are subject to
the conditions of Presidential or Governor's decrees. Essentially,
this affects the provisions for Hak Milik titles in the Jakarta
DKI area.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR BATAM
The rules for property ownership by foreign nationals in Batam
fall under Decree No 068/KPTS/KA/III/1999. This regulations
states that foreign nationals or companies are permitted to
100% own residential or commercial property in the Barelang
area (Batam, Rempang and Galang). The only properties excluded
from this decree are low cost and very low cost housing, but
includes all other types of building structures.
HAK GUNA BANGUNAN VS, HAK MILIK
Hak Guna Bangunan is only the right to use a building for
a certain period of time and then has to be extended. The
owner of HGB land is the Indonesian government.
Only with Hak Milik do you actually own the land or building.
Hak Milik does not need to be extended.
Remember always that :
Before you decide to sign on the dotted line
for any property purchase, be sure to consult with a reputable
lawyer who specializes in Indonesian property ownership by
foreigners to be sure you understand the legal status of your
ownership. Consult your embassy or knowledgeable friends for
a lawyer that they would recommend.
MAILING ADDRESS
- Bali International School
P.O. Box 3259
Denpasar, Bali
Indonesia
Location
- Bali International School
Jl. Danau Buyan IV #15
Sanur, Bali
Indonesia
Telephone : +62 361 288770 or +62 361 288467
From within Indonesia: 0361 288770 or 0361 288467
FAX ; +62 361 285103
From within Indonesia: 0361 285103
Email : bis@denpasar.wasantara.net.id
Principal
Murray Vosper
School Secretary & Admissions Coordinator
Lea Widarti
International Baccalaureate Coordinator
Judy Hunter
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