Travel advice for Indonesia.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Indonesia.

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in Swiss francs (CHF)

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Banknotes

in local currency

  • For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Rupiah IDR

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Time difference with Switzerland

+ 6-8 h / + 5-7 h during our summer time

National language

Official language

Indonesian

Language capabilities

English

Capital

Jakarta

Country code for calling Switzerland

001 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Voltage

110/220 volt / adapter required

Travel documents for Swiss citizens
  • Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival, return or onward travel ticket.

  • For a stay not exceeding 30 days, Swiss citizens do not need a visa if they enter and exit via the airports of Batam, Denpasar (Bali), Jakarta, Medan, or Surabaya or by ship via the islands of Batam and Bintan. A visa is required for a stay of more than 30 days or if you do not use one of the above entry or exit points.

  • Travelers must register within 24 hours upon arrival. These formalities are settled by the hotel for package travel.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Jakarta-Selatan, Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said, Blok X 3/2, Kuningan
Tel. +62 21 525 60 61 / +62 21 520 74 51

Opening hours

Banks

8.00 - 15.00 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

9.00 - 21.00/22.00 h (daily)

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • International driver's licence required for car rentals.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Mosquito protection advised.

  • Risk of malaria in certain areas.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Other information
  • Indonesia also comprises the Sunda islands of Sumatra, Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Flores, Sumba, Sawu, Southern Borneo, Sulawesi, the Molucca Islands and West New Guinea.

  • This country is in an active earthquake zone.

Security

  • Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.

  • Malgrado l'aumento delle misure di sicurezza esiste sempre il rischio di attacchi terroristici.

  • Si consiglia di rispettare le abituali misure precauzionali contro la microcriminalità.

  • Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.

  • Avoid nighttime driving.

Special legal regulations

Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).

Cultural characteristics
  • Indonesia is a predominantly Moslem country.
    Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.

  • Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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