The principal gateways for entry to Indonesia are Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang (just on the outskirts of Jakarta) and Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport. Both have undergone massive expansion and are now equipped with world-class facilities. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta is the busiest airport and it is a mere 20 kilometres from the city centre. Be aware that there could be a bit of a wait while arriving or departing this airport. Other airports that also serve international flights include Juanda Airport in Surabaya, Hasanudin Airport in Makassar, and Kuala Namu in Medan. The recently established West Java International Airport in Majalengka, West Java Province, which is about 68Km from Bandung, also serves numerous international flights

Currently, there are no required vaccines to enter Indonesia. However, please consult your personal physician and/or a travel clinic preferably 6 weeks prior to your departure. Vaccine requirements vary based on your country of origin and your travel itinerary and your previous vaccination history. It is best to consult with your physician or the CDC website for guidelines.

There’s a risk of dengue fever in Bali, Jakarta and certain other regions in Indonesia. While this is particularly heightened during the rainy season (usually from around October to April), local outbreaks can occur at any time.

It’s also advisable not to drink any tap water in Indonesia and stick to bottled or filtered water instead.

Communication

Indonesia Country Code: +62

Calling overseas from Indonesia:
From a landline dial 010, followed by the country code, area code, and the phone number.
e.g., To call the USA: 010 1 [Area Code] [Phone Number]

When calling from a cell phone dial +, followed by the country code, area code, and the phone number.
e.g., To call the USA: +1 [Area Code] [Phone Number]

The currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), however, prices are often marked as Rp. Some businesses will take credit cards, but you will need some rupiah for most locations in Indonesia.

Tipping is not customary and it is not mandatory. However, if you receive good service, you can still choose to leave a tip to show your appreciation. Here is some general information that might help:

- Restaurants: Some high-end restaurants in tourist areas may include a service charge on the bill, typically around 10%. In this case, tipping staff is not expected, but it is appreciated. If a service charge is not included, a tip of 5-10% is generally appreciated or rounding up the bill is common.
- Hotel staff: Bellhop or porter 10,000 – 20,000 IDR per bag, and the housekeeping staff 30,000 – 100,000 IDR per day (you can leave on your bed)
- Tour guides: your private tour guide 100,000-200,000 IDR per day. Guides on transfers and join-in activities 50,000-100,000 per day
- Driver: full day trip 100,000 – 150,000 IDR per day and transfers is 30,000 – 50,000 per transfer
- Spa and massage services: a tip of 50,000 – 100,000 IDR per service is reasonable.
- When visiting a village, local house or temple it is customary to leave a donation.

It is a condition of booking that you carry the correct comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover yourself, as well as any dependents/traveling companions for the duration of your trip. This insurance should include cover in respect of, but not limited to, the following eventualities:

Compulsory Insurance:
a. Emergency evacuation expenses
b. Medical expenses
c. Repatriation expenses

Recommended Insurance:
a. Cancellation or curtailment of trip
b. Damage/theft/loss of personal luggage, money and goods

Travellers may also consider coverage that relates to specific activities on the islands you will be visiting.

Travellers from countries that are included in the 169 Visa-Free Country List may enter Indonesia for a 30-day stay, which cannot be extended. To make use of this, you must have a passport with a minimum of 6 months validity and tickets for your departure.

Alternatively, travellers may apply for a Visit Visa at the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence. This offers travellers a 60-day stay, which can be extended for an added 30 days up to five times. This requires a letter of guarantee, passport with a minimum of six months validity, bank statements, and departure tickets. Travellers may be able to apply for an e-Visa should access to a consulate be difficult.

Climate
The seasons are divided into the rainy season and the dry season but, due to the size of the country, the climate varies from region to region. There is a tropical, humid climate with year-round rainfall in the northwestern parts; while the southern regions have an alternating humid, tropical monsoon climate.

What to pack
• Long, airy trousers, skirts, shorts
• T-shirts and airy long-sleeved shirts, and dresses
• A light jacket for the evenings
• Sandals
• Thin, waterproof jacket
• Pyjamas
• Swimwear
• Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
• Walking shoes
• Basic first aid kit and any prescription medications
• Toiletries: while most hotels provide basic amenities, it’s advisable to bring specific personal items
• A daypack or comfortable bag to carry water bottles, snacks and guidebooks
• Camera (including memory card, batteries, chargers and adapter - The standard plugs used are Type C and Type F with a voltage of 230V and a frequency of 50Hz)

Luggage
Please check with your airlines for the specific luggage restrictions relevant to your flight schedule. Many international airlines have a baggage allowance of 20kgs or more per person and commercial airlines generally permit two (2) pieces of checked luggage. The carry-on bag must be of such dimensions and weight as set by the airlines.