Discover the ins and outs of working in Indonesia as a foreign national – from legal requirements to permit procedures. Indonesia is currently growing as a globally regarded place to look for work, especially in Jakarta which remains the epicentre of the country’s economy. Not only local residents, but foreign nationals are also interested in looking for work in Indonesia. The latter can work in Indonesia to fill certain positions according to their competency and capabilities. Having said that, foreign nationals must meet special requirements to be able to work in Indonesia. Henceforth, befor ..read more

Snoh Aalegra to Headline Special Show at Jakarta International BNI Java Jazz Festival 2024. Jakarta International BNI Java Jazz Festival is thrilled to announce that Iranian-Swedish-born singer and songwriter, Snoh Aalegra, recognised with multiple GRAMMY nominations and winner of Swedish Grammis, will headline a special show at the upcoming Jakarta International BNI Java Jazz Festival 2024 on Sunday, 26th of May. The festival, known for its stellar lineup of jazz, pop, soul, and R&B artists, is set to deliver another unforgettable experience for music enthusiasts. Snoh Aalegra is one of t ..read more

Experience Unforgettable Evenings of Live Music at The Barr, InterContinental Bali Resort. InterContinental Bali Resort is delighted to present “Soulful Sensations,” a captivating line-up of live music events taking place at the classy The Barr, promising an unforgettable blend of soulful melodies and chic ambience. From the 16th of April to the 16th of June 2024, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the rhythmic sounds of acclaimed musicians against the stunning backdrop of the resort’s sophisticated setting. The lineup features a diverse array of talented performers: Nita Aartsen Qua ..read more

Advancing Wellbeing in Education: British School Jakarta’s Wellbeing Symposium 2024. British School Jakarta (BSJ) proudly announces the forthcoming Wellbeing Symposium, a groundbreaking event aimed at promoting holistic education and advancing discussions on wellbeing and mental health, social inclusion, and people and planet thrive. Scheduled to take place from Monday, the 27th of May to Wednesday, the 29th of May 2024, the Symposium reflects BSJ’s steadfast commitment to nurturing the wellbeing of its students and the broader community. Wellbeing, a multidimensional construct differs across ..read more

Celebrating Excellence: Padma Hotels’ Triumph in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards. Padma Hotels is pleased to announce that Padma Resort Ubud, Padma Resort Legian, and Resinda Hotel Karawang have been honoured with prestigious accolades in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2024 – Best of the Best Hotels. The three hotels have been recognised in the following categories: Padma Resort Ubud #9 Top 25 Hotels – World #6 Top 25 Hotels – Asia #4 Top 25 Luxury Hotels – World #3 Top 25 Luxury Hotels – Asia Padma Resort Legian #18 Top 25 Luxury Hotels – Asia Resinda Hotel Karawang ..read more

A witness account reported that the hem of the tourist’s long skirt got tangled with her foot, resulting in her losing her balance and plunging to her death. Social media was in uproar due to a report from the Ijen Volcano Complex, Banyuwangi, East Java. A tourist from China, identified by her initials HL, was found dead after falling from a cliff and plunging into the Ijen Crater on Saturday, the 20th of April, 2024. According to information obtained by the authorities, the 31-year-old HL and her husband visited the Ijen Volcano Complex to see the famous blue fire that emanated from the crate ..read more

Mengemudi di negara asing bisa menjadi petualangan yang menarik, namun memastikan Anda memiliki dokumen yang tepat adalah kunci untuk pengalaman yang lancar. Jika Anda berencana untuk mengemudi di Indonesia sebagai pengunjung internasional, Anda mungkin memerlukan International Driver’s License. Berikut panduan langkah demi langkah tentang bagaimana mendapatkannya: 1. Periksa Kelayakan: Sebelum mengajukan Surat Izin Mengemudi Internasional di Indonesia, pastikan Anda memenuhi kriteria kelayakan. Biasanya, Anda harus memiliki SIM yang valid dari negara asal Anda. 2. Kunjungi Kantor Polisi ..read more

The government is set to launch more tourism-related programmes, namely Quality Tourism Grant Funds and Proud to Vacation in Indonesia (BBWI). It was reported that the Indonesian government is currently in the process of drafting regulations concerning Quality Tourism Grant Funds in collaboration with various ministries and institutions. Odo R.M. Manuhutu, currently the deputy for Tourism and Creative Economy, emphasised that a quality tourism ecosystem relies on four key pillars: competitive foundational infrastructure, sustainable management practices, distinctive destinations, and premium t ..read more

Introducing the Transitional Residence Permit (Bridging Visa) to Streamline the Immigration Process for Foreign Nationals in Indonesia. The Directorate General of Immigration, Ministry of Law and Human Rights, has implemented a Transitional Residence Permit policy, also known as a Bridging Visa. This residence permit serves as a ‘bridge’ between previous residence permits and obtaining new ones. “With this, foreign nationals holding Visit Visas applied through evisa.imigrasi.go.id are allowed to obtain Limited Stay Permits without having to leave Indonesian territory. Likewise, holders of Limi ..read more

Bali Island School (BIS) and Livingseas Asia are committed to fostering environmental awareness among young minds with a coral workshop on a pontoon boat at Padang Bai Beach. As an international school devoted to empowering students to contribute to the world around them, Bali Island School teamed up with Livingseas Asia for a coral restoration workshop on the 16th of April 2024. The workshop began with a presentation session led by Livingseas Asia, during which students engaged in an interactive discussion about coral reefs and the importance of caring for our ecosystem. After the discussion ..read more