Please note…this is NOT a political comment.
If you are an American expat living on Bali, and you are not registered and not on the mailing list of the US Consular Agent's office in Denpasar, you should take the initiative and register.
One of the most compelling reason to do this is the almost annual “town hall meetings” sponsored by the Consular Agency which are geared towards assisting American expats with matters such as absentee voting, social security, tax issues, and on occasion, personal security issues.
You can initiate your registration by way of e-mail to CABali@state.gov
Personally I have had several occasions and need for the services provided by this extension of the US Consulate office in Surabaya, and the US Embassy in Jakarta.
On one occasion my involvement consisted of procuring a legal last will and testament that would hold up in the US for an American married to a Balinese, with two children and with assets in the US. This dear friend was dying of pancreatic cancer and his official and US government sanctioned will serves to this very day as the basis of his wife, and children's financial security.
Another occasion involved the search and rescue of two Americans lost on Gunung Agung.
I apologize that this message is so specific and applicable only to Americans, but there are a lot of us here, and the message is important.
A Reminder for American Expats on Bali
I think a bump of this one is in order as the topic is very much valid for Americans on the island, and all over Indonesia.
It wouldn't hurt for long term residents from all countries to do the same at their respective embassies.
Indonesia is pretty safe, but accidents can happen.
Fred, the British Embassy stopped the locate service it had, I don't believe there is a way to tell them where you are now. I might be wrong but I used to get emails from the British government about things but that's all stopped.
lukereg wrote:Fred, the British Embassy stopped the locate service it had, I don't believe there is a way to tell them where you are now. I might be wrong but I used to get emails from the British government about things but that's all stopped.
Thanks for that update.
It doesn't really surprise me as they've cut back on pretty much everything.
Thanks for the bump on this post Fred!
Cheers, mate!
Articles to help you in your expat project in Indonesia
If you have found your soul mate in Indonesia and wish to put a ring on their finger, you should know that ...
For the many foreigners who visit the world's largest archipelago each year, formalities are relatively ...
The multi-faceted island of Bali offers many opportunities for those who wish to move from tourist to ...
Traffic in Indonesia can be very overwhelming, particularly since the discipline and road conditions can ...
Moving to Indonesia with a pet is not a risk-free operation, mainly due to stray animals and rabies ...
If you are planning to relocate to Bali, housing is a critical part of your project. So how to find your ...
