Harald Lindner
@Harald54
German expat in Indonesia
Forum posts
48
Contacts
3
About me
German, In a relationship, 58 years old
Lives in Kabupaten Bekasi, West Java
Speaks German and English
Registration: 23 July 2022
Remuneration structure in Indonesia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Understanding the remuneration structure when living and working in Indonesia will help you better navigate professional life. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats grasp everything from gross pay to net pay, we ...
Hi all,I work as specialist for some months, or chapterwise in a project. As I'm not fully employed, the remuneration has to be higher to bridge also gaps.Since years I only agree net payments, as an expat can't know all the tax laws and ... Read More
Bank acc (hsbc) opened with KITA* stays active after visa expiry? by nsorbitol
Is this information correct please? It will remain active? The bank is HSBC Indonesia."If a bank account is opened in Indonesia with a KITAS/KITAP (Indonesian residence permit), it will not be automatically closed when the visa expires.聽The ...
You can transfer funds into the account, but you can't withdraw them. I just moved back. I could see the account balance at the ATM. I transferred funds in. Then I couldn't withdraw them. I went to the bank, and they said I needed to bring my new ... Read More
Bank acc (hsbc) opened with KITA* stays active after visa expiry? by nsorbitol
Is this information correct please? It will remain active? The bank is HSBC Indonesia."If a bank account is opened in Indonesia with a KITAS/KITAP (Indonesian residence permit), it will not be automatically closed when the visa expires.聽The ...
Once you opend the account, you will not be asked again for a kitas. You get a new debit/credit card once they expire send to the address it's noted in your account.When you want to add a securities account to your existing account, you need to show ... Read More
Expat/permanent resident global medical insurance by jimtobias
Who can direct me to the best medical insurance for an American who is permanently moving to Indonesia (my wife is Indonesian and we've been coming to Jakarta for 20 years and now will move to our new house in Rancamaya (SE Bogor) and our old house ...
Hi Jim,I had nearly the same issue,I searched in the Internet for insurance companies and emailed them my requirements.They all send me their forms, which I had to fill to get their quotes. They don't do individual assesments.There is NO best ... Read More
Preventive care in Indonesia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Indonesia, taking care of your health would be one of your main priorities. Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in keeping fit and healthy. We therefore would like to invite you to share your insights on ...
I'm also not supporting chemical/pharmaceutical/medical industry.I check twice a year my blood since 20+ years and have stable values, I don't eat industrial (junk) food and eat organic, bake my own bread, grow my own herbs on the balcony, walk ... Read More
Indonesia In Unenviable #1 Position by Aidan in HCMC
"Indonesians, the top consumers of microplastics, were found to ingest about 15g of microplastics per month 鈥� equivalent to three credit cards (GAK!) 鈥� with the majority of plastic particles coming from aquatic sources such as fish and ...
That's the chicken-egg question.Who was first the softdrink producers who changed from sustainable returnable glass bottles to a oil-waste-product to maximise the win to make profit for their C-levels and investors,or the end consumers, who are not ... Read More
Planning to move to Indonesia by Shaheenanwark
Me and my husband are planning to move Indonesia our question is the rent for an small apartment how much it would be and Our budget is 300 euro for the rent is it good enough?
Good morning,it depends where you want to live. Indonesia are 17000 islands.Jakarta gets difficult with 300 EUR.I'm living in Bekasi Regency, 70km east of Jakarta, the area is still under development, but the is everything you need - shops, restos, ... Read More
Scam targeting Indonesians by Fred
Hello, Sis, I want to ask, I'm really confused about this,so I was hired to be an au pair, then I got a lot of documents to fill in, then I was told to deposit 730, the email I gave wasn't the official UK home office but said it was an agent, well ...
@Fred 锘縜lso a mate from Phils told me recently.These guys have no ethic anymore. Read More
I want to visit first before I take a leap in faith by aliciasmaynard90
Good morning I'm Alicia really thinking about moving to Bali from the United States of America I want to visit first before I take a leap in faith to move there
@Fred I'm talking about the Visa on arrival, which is single entry.They have VoA counters in CGK T3 (Bali I don't know), you pay 500.000 IDR (~30USD), go to the next counter get your VoA, and go to imigration. That's it.At CGK T2 you just go to ... Read More
I want to visit first before I take a leap in faith by aliciasmaynard90
Good morning I'm Alicia really thinking about moving to Bali from the United States of America I want to visit first before I take a leap in faith to move there
The 30 day visa on arrival can also be extended for 30 days, if you go one week before expiring to local imigrasi office. But @Fred 锘縤s right, there are much better places, the Bali, even that's the most advertised Read More
KITAP application by manolarvanitis
Dear members,I have an issue and any advise will be appreciated.I am entitled to apply for my KITAP that is for 5 years.As they inform me I cannot get 5 years because my passport is expiring end of 2025.I was surprised by this issue . Any suggestion ...
@Muhammad NazakatYou also have these documents coming along with your kitas. This you take to imigrasi with your passport and tell them to add in your new one. Read More
Job opportunities Indonesia by shariffsadiq212
Hi, I am from India and I am married to an Indonesian girl and I am staying in Indonesia now . I am working as a IT sales for Microsoft products and I want to know how I will get the job in Indonesia with the similar role. Can anyone help me out ...
Microsoft mainly search people for the data center business here. They just finished 3,and start 3 more this year Read More
KITAP/KITAS by istvantan2552
My name is Istvan. i LIVING HERE FOR 2 1/2 YEARS ON BALI. I have to renew my KITAS TO KITAP in June i wonder why sponsors asking so much for KITAS or KITAP. If i go to immigration and arrange it by myself it will be much cheaper, so i am always ...
Hi guys,you talked about two different issues. You NEED a sponsor. That can be a husband / wife, a friend, a company, or an agent. It's your choice.The agent grabs money for sponsorship, and for the imigrasi service. Huge money.Better do all the ... Read More
The Internet in Indonesia by Fred
/forum/viewtopic.php?id=800106#4309943[color=#f51818][b]Internet.[/b][/color]Much of Indonesia had internet that could be described as, Poor, slow, terrible, or even, a waste of time but the situation is improving rapidly, most ...
I'll try Smartfren in my modem for home.Thanks mate 馃挭 Read More
The Internet in Indonesia by Fred
/forum/viewtopic.php?id=800106#4309943[color=#f51818][b]Internet.[/b][/color]Much of Indonesia had internet that could be described as, Poor, slow, terrible, or even, a waste of time but the situation is improving rapidly, most ...
4G is worse since October. Sometimes only a speed of some b/s instead of kb/s, or Mb/s. Indosat, Telkomsel and XL have 65% and more signal problems (Tidak ada sinyal) on downdetector. Not only in rush hour, or noon, all day. And rarely less than ... Read More
My Depok Experience by kamranmirzam
Hello I was in Depok for one month or a bot more. Got married but hated the place. Please dont get me wromg the people are amazing bit i couldn鈥檛 bare the traffic the system and many more things. They dont have a proper foot path or聽 even ...
You should go to HCMC, or Hanoi, you would be happy being back here in Indonesia. Read More
Expat Chef Positions? by justacook
Hey everyone, I鈥檓 new here. I鈥檓 asking on behalf of my friend, who鈥檚 a German. We鈥檙e just poking at the idea of him moving to Indonesia. He has:full certification in Germany9 years as head chef in 1* Michelin3 years as head ...
@justacookYour 锘縡riend found a position meanwhile? Read More
Expat Chef Positions? by justacook
Hey everyone, I鈥檓 new here. I鈥檓 asking on behalf of my friend, who鈥檚 a German. We鈥檙e just poking at the idea of him moving to Indonesia. He has:full certification in Germany9 years as head chef in 1* Michelin3 years as head ...
From time to time you find something on LinkedIn, just go to some forum.Also a good source is: https://globalexpatrecruiting.com/Good luck Read More
Indian food by Fred
I love Indian food with a passion, but they aren't that common in Indonesia.. or at least good ones aren't.I discovered this place a few months ago and loved it from the start.Def recommendedLipps Karawacihttps://maps.app.goo.gl/3NJr6Q3SMNHVy4gi8
As West and Central are covered, I have one more in the ... Read More
Volunteer work by Guest7934
Hi I have just moved to jakarta from India.I am a qualified montessori and english phonetics teacher.I would like to do some voluntary teaching work.Can anyone help me with some leads.It needs to be close to Mega Kuningan .Thank you.
Imigrasi is really concerned about. They visited me twice at home, but as I didn't work, just made excursions, reading and tanning on balcony (by this they "caught" me twice), I wasn't worried. They were nice, polite, checked my documents and ... Read More
Vaccine for Indonesia by tena7871
Hello how many doses of vaccine do I need to return to Indonesia knowing that I did a dose last year in March thank you
@silviubaiasuThen it's OK But restrictions are decreasing here. Singapore already stopped them all two weeks ago. Indonesia will follow soon. Read More
For those considering marriage here by Fred
https://coconuts.co/jakarta/news/indonesias-constitutional-court-says-no-to-interfaith-marriage/Indonesia鈥檚 Constitutional Court says no to interfaith marriageA case brought to the CC was rejected so the laws regarding same-religion marriage ...
@Digitarius How and where did you marry your Muslim wife?Is it legally recognised here in Indonesia?I'm Catholic, and my girlfriend is Muslim. Sharia doesn't allow a Muslim woman to convert, but I can convert and then we can marry. Easy.For me, the ... Read More
Staying in Indonesia by GuestPoster2723
Hello Evryone,For Romanians how long can I stayed in Indonesia and if i can get visa on arrival ?Thank you
In my case 6x 500.000 IDR + 2x holiday flights in and out + a lot of fun - priceless. Read More
Staying in Indonesia by GuestPoster2723
Hello Evryone,For Romanians how long can I stayed in Indonesia and if i can get visa on arrival ?Thank you
I'm here since 5 months on voa. After 30 days of my arrival, I went to imigrasi, extended my voa, and 30 days later I went to MNL, returned, new VoA, and so on. Last week I extended for my 6th months at imigrasi, and continue my stay ... Read More
Vaccine for Indonesia by tena7871
Hello how many doses of vaccine do I need to return to Indonesia knowing that I did a dose last year in March thank you
@tena7871 You should give details for a detailed answer on a complex issue.Which vaccine did you take?Phizer, Moderna,...need two shots to be full vaccinated.Johnson & Johnson one shot.Your certs are in English? You have a booster? Only required ... Read More
e Customs form by triemer88
Can anyone give me advice on how to get the e form to accept prescribed medication?
https://ecd.beacukai.go.id/cdonline.htmlThis is the e-customs form, you need to fill before you enter IND, and show the QR code (screenshot is OK) to customs.I hope it helps Read More
Typical Expats challenges in Indonesia by bart.in.bali
Hi Everyone!I remember how challenging me was to start a new life here. Don't get me wrong - I loved it, but at the same time, I struggled with basic things.Like - how to find the best laundry, where to buy some specific stuff, or what is the best ...
@Nemodot I can't agree as well.I'm here since October on a 30 days VoA basis.I'm not working, just enjoy the day, the country, people, escape from German winter, and relax. After 30 days and after 60 days I went to imigrasi to extend my VoA, and in ... Read More
Visa for Indonesia by tena7871
hello everyone i wanted to know what kind of visa do i need to stay 6 months in indonesia and how much it will cost me
I have a normal VoA, valid 30 days. I extend at Imigrasi nearby, after +/- 60 days I visit a friend in Philippines (which I would do anyway), return to Indonesia, extend that VoA,...EasyWhen you go abroad after your extention to get a new VoA, just ... Read More
Make English mandatory as 2nd language by bennl
Considering how many are living in poverty in Indonesia, can anyone explain to me why until this day the government has not made [b]proper[/b] English classes mandatory for ALL schools, not just for the ones privileged enough to go to private ...
@bennl That's not Zuckerberg, and all the other guys in social media, they just followed the market rules.The reason is market liberalisation drawn to its peak by Maggie Thatcher, and taking over by Ronald Reagan and Helmut Kohl to be spread World ... Read More
The end of masks? by Fred
https://coconuts.co/jakarta/news/ppkm-is-likely-coming-to-an-end-in-the-new-year-president-jokowi-says/To the handful of people remaining who still observe PPKM, President Joko Widodo today said that the pandemic-era restrictions will soon come to ...
@Fred Surgeons know that Read More
What is "Photo Scanned Identity" on the pedulilindungi app? by keithg0019
I'm trying to register my vaccinations on the pedulilindungi app and there is a requirement for "Photo Scanned Identity" which you can select a photo, upload a file or take a picture, but I'm not sure what they're looking for. Can someone please ...
Germany is far behind, when it comes to public online services. Not only in online public services, but also in net availability. Decision making isn't the best skill of German politicians Read More
What is "Photo Scanned Identity" on the pedulilindungi app? by keithg0019
I'm trying to register my vaccinations on the pedulilindungi app and there is a requirement for "Photo Scanned Identity" which you can select a photo, upload a file or take a picture, but I'm not sure what they're looking for. Can someone please ...
@Lotus Eater I arrived 02.10. at ~1am from Jeddah, and it took me 2 minutes showing my 3 German vac cert print out, and go ahead to the voa desk. Same when I arrived on 05.12. from Manila. They checked again 2 minutes, and send me further.To fill ... Read More
What is "Photo Scanned Identity" on the pedulilindungi app? by keithg0019
I'm trying to register my vaccinations on the pedulilindungi app and there is a requirement for "Photo Scanned Identity" which you can select a photo, upload a file or take a picture, but I'm not sure what they're looking for. Can someone please ...
@Ryan_chaniago why do you need PL?I've never been asked for it? Anyway, I still can't register my vac certs again, even I was registered in June via Kementerian Kesehatan Republik Indonesia homepage.Just forget it. Read More
Informations for an article by Estelle Beauland
Hello, I am looking for some information for an article about death abroad. How do the administrative issues work, the repatriation, and also the traditions and customs of the host country. I am waiting for your answers! Thank you :)
The best is asking your embassy.What was law yesterday, may not be law tomorrow.You need a lawyer anyway, when it comes to claim local heritage. Read More
10 year visa - Confirmed by Fred
https://jakartaglobe.id/lifestyle/indonesia-introduces-10year-visa-called-second-homeJakarta. The Immigration Directorate General has introduced a long-stay visa that allows foreign visitors to stay in Indonesia for up to 10 years. 鈥淎head of ...
Is more money equal more quality, or just quantity? Read More
10 year visa - Confirmed by Fred
https://jakartaglobe.id/lifestyle/indonesia-introduces-10year-visa-called-second-homeJakarta. The Immigration Directorate General has introduced a long-stay visa that allows foreign visitors to stay in Indonesia for up to 10 years. 鈥淎head of ...
Generally the trend goes to wealthy tourism and 2nd home. Pepper attracting.Even the requirements for digital nomads visa all around the world exceed normal income by far. Read More
Need your help please by ermaldervishaj
Hello everyoneHope everybody is fine first 鉂わ笍I am looking to travel to Indonesia but finding a visa agency is making me have an hard time.Does anybody know a trusted indonesian agency (no scam) that provide visa apply for you and also ...
Congratulations Where will you go?How long you'll stay?Enjoy the time Read More
New members of the Indonesia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Indonesia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I'm Harald and already member since July.Up to now, I successfully ignored introducing myself, as I always had other things in my mind. I hope no one is angry with me.Now let's start introducing:I'm still Harald,since covid (04.2020) I'm mainly ... Read More
Need your help please by ermaldervishaj
Hello everyoneHope everybody is fine first 鉂わ笍I am looking to travel to Indonesia but finding a visa agency is making me have an hard time.Does anybody know a trusted indonesian agency (no scam) that provide visa apply for you and also ...
Hello,I'm German and was in Jakarta in June. I took a flight from MUC, arrived in CGK, had my VOA at the airport, paying 50000 IDR, could have stayed 30 days, everything is fine.In October I go again to Jakarta, but this time I want to stay for 60 ... Read More
What is "Photo Scanned Identity" on the pedulilindungi app? by keithg0019
I'm trying to register my vaccinations on the pedulilindungi app and there is a requirement for "Photo Scanned Identity" which you can select a photo, upload a file or take a picture, but I'm not sure what they're looking for. Can someone please ...
Penduli Lindungi is a mess.I registered last year all my vaccs via https://vaksinln.dto.kemkes.go.id/sign/in and is was implemented in Penduli Lindungi. After an update this connection was gone, and I had to implement again in VAKSIN DAN IMUNISASI, ... Read More
Looking for a hair salon that specializes in Afro-American hair by rhiggins
Hi, I am of black african decent and looking for a salon that specializes in my type of hair (course). I need a hair relaxer from time to time and hair weaving or extensions. Please help. Thanks
@Fred Ditto Read More