The Indonesia expat reference thread

@Fred  hi there. Ive been residing in indonesia for about 3 years (spouse sponserKITAS). Is possible to get citizenship in following conditions?

1. can i get citizenship if i only have KITAS for 5 continious years?
2. can i get it . If remaining 2 years on KITAP?
3. is must to be reside on spouse sponser KITAP for 5 years?or KITAS would do the job.?
4. ive checked there are around 9 requirments for citezenship. Only if im not married to indonesian . Is it true that if ive indonesian i just need to meet following conditions

A. Sound and healthy

B.pay the process fee

C.been residing in indonesia for 5 consective years.

D. No criminal record

F. No dual nationalty

is it must for to be fluent in bahasa? Even if ive indonesian spouse? Or medium proficeincy would be enough.?

nice to meet you all

Update to internet

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Hi @Fred,

I had a question, are there certain industries that are blocked or restricted for foreigners to work in in Indonesia?

If yes, could you send me the link or government article number that references this?

Thanks.

@Fred you didn’t nention Parang Kencana for high end batik

@Fred Jakarta Post isanother English newspaper

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Updates to Internet

@Fred

Thank you for these incredibly detailed and practical tips for traveling in Indonesia!

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Updated Toll roads (Jalan Tol)

Hi Fred!!

Thank you for this list of things to consider when moving to Indonesia. It gave me a lot to think about when planning to retire. 😉

@Fred

Thank you for this nice compilation of information. I NEVER thought I couldn't have a pet in certain areas. Your articles are thought provking for someone considering moving to another country. I appreciate all the hard work you have put into these.  😉