Country Updates

Country Updates covers the latest news, policy changes, regulations, and important developments in Indonesia to help expats stay informed and prepared while living, working, or relocating here.

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Transjakarta Fares Updates: What’s Confirmed and What’s Still a Proposal

Based on statements by the Jakarta Governor and the Jakarta Transportation Agency, and...

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Haze in Indonesia and What Expats Should Do When Air Quality Drops

Air quality categories checked against the Ministry of Environment’s ISPU portal and Regulation...

Indonesia Visa on Arrival Fees
Indonesia Visa on Arrival Fees: Price Rise and Rules

Indonesia’s Visa on Arrival fee could rise to IDR 1 million for travellers...

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Biaya Beli Properti Jakarta di Atas Rp2 Miliar 2026

Untuk membeli hunian Rp3 miliar di Jakarta, siapkan anggaran di atas harga transaksi....

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Anak Krakatau Eruption 2026: How It Is Affecting Flights, Schools and Daily Life in Jakarta

Last checked: 7 September 2026, 14:14 WIB. Conditions are changing quickly. Check official...

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Hak Pakai Apartment in Indonesia? What Foreign Buyers Actually Need to Check

A foreign buyer may be shown an apartment in Jakarta or Bali and...

Indonesia Dual Citizenship 2026: What Has Been Proposed, What Has Not Changed, and What Comes Next

Indonesia is now openly considering a limited form of dual citizenship. That is...

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Overstay Fine in Indonesia 2026: What Foreigners Need to Know

A short overstay in Indonesia is usually a manageable, if expensive, administrative matter....