Living in Jakarta guide for expats

All the information you need to relocate and live in Jakarta.

Our selection of articles for expatriation in Jakarta

Making friends in Jakarta

Once you have settled in Jakarta, you will seek to make friends in order to adapt to your new environment. Luckily ...

The networking etiquette in Jakarta

It can sometimes be difficult, as an expat, to build a professional network in your new host country, especially in ...

Discovering Jakarta

The vibrant and fascinating capital of Indonesia is a place that leaves no one indifferent. Jakarta is a huge metropolis ...

Jakarta's labour market

Jakarta, home to more than 9 million people, is a bustling city full of opportunities. As Indonesia's financial and ...

Buying property in Jakarta

When planning a move abroad, housing is a priority issue. If you expect to be away for a very long time, why not buy your ...

Eating out in Jakarta

Being an international metropolitan city, Jakarta has a stunning and diversified gastronomic scene. From sweet and sour to ...

Things to do in Jakarta alone, with friends or with family

Jakarta is never boring. The Indonesian capital has countless fun activities and unique places to visit. Whether you are ...

Developing your professional network in Jakarta

In a new country, a new city, how do you start building a professional network? As an expat looking to work in Jakarta ...

Sports in Jakarta

Remaining active is essential for a healthy life. Whether you're a sports fan or just looking to get back into shape ...

The local culture in Jakarta

Jakarta is a true melting pot with a rich and multifaceted culture, where beauty, respect and kindness are innate ...

Student life in Jakarta

As a foreigner, studying in Jakarta is a golden opportunity. This multicultural city gives young expatriates the chance ...

Things to do in Jakarta on weekdays

The Indonesian capital is a city that never sleeps. As a result, there is no shortage of opportunities for going out in ...

Choosing your neighbourhood in Jakarta

Jakarta is a large city made up of exciting and thriving districts. Some are upmarket and well-known for their proximity to ...

University in Jakarta

The capital of Indonesia is also one of the country's major cultural and educational centers. Jakarta is home to many ...

Accommodation in Jakarta

The capital of Indonesia, Jakarta is a dynamic city in many ways. Beyond its busy streets and heavy traffic lies a ...

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