Jakarta Airport and City Info

From 2015, Japanese citizens visiting Indonesia for tourism or to see family no longer require a visa for stays up to 30 days in length (no extensions allowed). Eligible at Jakarta, Denpasar, and most other international airports and ports. You also need to obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA) for 500,000 rupiah at the airport for tourist travel of 31 days or longer or business travel.

Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry. It must have at least three consecutive unused visa pages.

• * Visa, passport, and other information is subject to change without notice. Be sure to check with the Embassy, Consulate, or travel agency.

During the Immigration inspection, you must present your ticket for return or onward travel. When traveling with an e-ticket, you must present an e-ticket itinerary receipt.

• * Note that it is not acceptable to simply present an e-ticket on a computer or mobile device.

When visiting from Japan, it is prohibited to bring the following items into Indonesia.

• a. Animals, fish, plants (including animal products, fish products, and vegetable products)

• * Some fruit, vegetables, rice, and other such products may be brought into Indonesia after passing through an export inspection in Japan or obtaining an import permit issued by Indonesia. For details, see the Plant Protection Station website (http://www.maff.go.jp/pps/j/search/ekuni/as/keitai2.html).

There are no special restrictions for travelers bringing it in for personal use.

• Tobacco: 200 cigarettes or 25 cigars
• Liquor: 1L
• Perfume: an amount within the range of personal use

Indonesia has three time zones: Western (Java, Sumatra, West Central Kalimantan), Central (Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Suawesi, Southeast Kalimantan), and Eastern (Papua). The capital of Jakarta is 2 hours behind Japan (GMT+7), and Bali is 1 hour behind Japan (GMT+8). Daylight saving time is not observed.

The TV and video system (PAL) in Indonesia differs from Japan (NTSC). DVDs have a different region code than Japan (Japan is 2, Indonesia is 3). Many of the pirated editions of DVDs sold in Bali, etc. are region free, but be aware that bringing them into Japan is against the law.

Post offices in Indonesia are called POS INDONESIA. Mail sent by EMS can be tracked online.

Mon. to Sat. 8:00 to 18:00 Also, stamps can be purchased at general stores. At luxury hotels, guests can ask the front desk to mail letters.

Airmail to Japan costs Rp7000 for a postcard and from Rp.35500 for a sealed letter up to 50g. Mail up to 1kg costs from Rp.482500 by EMS. Normally, mail is delivered in 5 to 10 days to Japan.(EMS takes about three days)

1. Dial 001, 007(International telephone identification number)
2. 81 (Country Code, Japan )
3. X X(Remove the first 0 for area codes)
4. 1234-5678 (Other parties telephone no.)

1. International Teleph+one Company No.
   • 001 (KDDI)*1
   • 0033 (NTT Communications) *1
   • 0061 (SoftBank Telecom) *1
   • 005345 (au Mobile) *2
   • 009130 (NTT DoCoMo Mobile) *3
   • 0046 (SoftBank Mobile)*4
2. 010 (International Identification No.)
3. 62 (Country Code, Indonesia)
4. 123-4567 (Other parties telephone No.)

• * For the three cell phone carriers, hold down 0 until + appears, then add the country code and the phone number your wish to dial.

The majority of national holidays follow various religious calendars. Aside from New Year’s, May Day, Pancasila Day, Independence Day, and Christmas, be aware of holidays that fall on different dates each year. In addition, the Galungan holiday is only celebrated in Bali, but note that many shops are closed around then (Februar 19 and September 2020).

• January 1: New Year’s
• January 25: Chinese Lunar New Year’s Day*1
• March22: Ascension of the Prophet Muhammad*1
• March 25: Nyepi , Bali’s Day of Silence and Hindu New Year*1
• April 10: Good Friday*1
• May 1: May Day
• May 1: May Day
• May 7: Waisak Day (Buddha’s Anniversary)*1
• May 21: Ascension Day of Jesus Christ*1
• May 22 : Extra holiday declared by the government*1
• May 26 to 27: Extra holiday declared by the government*1
• June 1: Pancasila Day (commemorates the five founding principles of the state)
• June 24 to 26: Indul Fitri*1
• Juiy 31: Idul Adha (Muslim Day of Sacrifice)*1
• August 17: Indonesian Independence Day
• August 20: Islamic New Year*1
• October 29: The Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday*1
• December 24: Extra holiday declared by the government*1
• December 24 : Extra holiday declared by the government*1
• December 25: Christmas Day

The official language is Indonesian. Languages unique to various areas in Indonesia are also spoken, such as Javanese and Balinese. English is often understood in places such as resort areas in Bali and Jakarta.

Below are guidelines for general business hours, which differ by shop, restaurant, and area.

Mon. to Fri. 9:00 to 16:00, Sat. 9:00 to 12:00, closed on Sun., holidays.

Normally, shops in cities and tourist areas are open every day from around 10:00 to 21:00. Many convenience stores are open 24 hours.

Normally, restaurants in cities and tourist areas are open every day from around 10:00 to 22:00. Orders are no longer taken from 30min. to one hour before closing. In large cities, some restaurants stay open until very late at night or for 24 hours.

In some instances, there is a child’s entrance fee for children 12 years old or younger at tourist locations, etc. Age restrictions on alcohol consumption and smoking are not regulated by law. Usually, many individuals who drink or smoke start around 17 years old.

During the Nyepi New Year, going out and lighting fires is prohibited in Bali. Even travelers will be arrested by police if they venture outside the hotel, unless it is an emergency. In addition, do not use the left hand, which is considered the unclean hand, to hold food or shake hands. Also, the head is considered a sacred place where the spirit resides, so people should not touch another person’s head, even the head of a child. Many citizens are Muslims and do not consume alcohol or pork.