Dear Readers,

Welcome to Indonesia!

Relocating to a new country, whether it’s for the short or long term, can be daunting yet exhilarating at the same time. Indonesia is a unique country. There are the obvious aspects to consider, such as immigration rules, housing, education, transportation, medical care, etc. Then there are the hidden “only in Indonesia” aspects, like tipping a tukang parkir or the man who stops traffic whilst you drive through junctions parked vehicle.

Nevertheless, Indonesians are always pleased to welcome newcomers and those who’ve fallen in love to the point of building a new life in a foreign land. The Indonesian government has begun planning to welcome back foreign tourists to Bali since 14th October. A five- day quarantine and other requirements need to be considered, which in some cases negate the excitement of Bali’s reopening. We’re still living in strange times. Perhaps this is how post-pandemic travel is supposed to happen.

Indonesia Expat has come up with some of the most vital topics you need to consider when moving or visiting Indonesia in this Welcome to Indonesia issue. Though there’ll always be tons more to cover, we reckon these are the basics to get you settled in with a lot less hassle. Bookmark your favourite story for future reference or to share with your friends and family!

Don’t forget to check out our daily news updates at indonesiaexpat.id. Follow our Instagram @ indonesiaexpat and Facebook @indonesia.expat to stay updated on the daily COVID-19 case numbers and news, as well as attractive promotions from your favourite hotels, restaurants, and schools across the country. Now, you can even access Indonesia Expat on the Tripper app, available on iOS and Android for free.

Happy reading!