MarcDeSmetBE
Belgian expat in Indonesia
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Belgian
Lives in Bali
Registration: 03 November 2012
Is Jakarta Liquor legit? by MarcDeSmetBE
I ordered and paid wine from Jakarta Liquor to be sent to my address in Bali. According to Jakarta Liquor the package got lost. THey say since they delivered to JNE they are not responsible. From JNE I got a claim for 700.000 while I paid 1.870.000 ...
Their website also say delivery to Bali. That is why I ordered 6 bottles of wine from them. But their handling of this lost shipment makes me wonder if this is a serious business Read More
Is Jakarta Liquor legit?
I ordered and paid wine from Jakarta Liquor to be sent to my address in Bali. According to Jakarta Liquor the package got lost. THey say since they delivered to JNE they are not responsible. From JNE I got a claim for 700.000 while I paid 1.870.000 ... Read More
Where is the cheapest wine shop in Bali? by MarcDeSmetBE
Prices of alcoholic beverages went up again. I used to pay 150.000, then 160.000 for the local gin, vodka en tequila. Now they ask 180.000. So, I wonder, where in Bali can I find these beverages (and also Alexandria wine) at the cheapest ...
Well, I did buy wine and spirits during the past years, but I am still looking for the best place to buy. BTW, the official price for Hatten wine is 172.000. In supermarkets you can usually buy them around 165.000. I just bought 4 bottles in my ... Read More
Where is the cheapest wine shop in Bali? by MarcDeSmetBE
Prices of alcoholic beverages went up again. I used to pay 150.000, then 160.000 for the local gin, vodka en tequila. Now they ask 180.000. So, I wonder, where in Bali can I find these beverages (and also Alexandria wine) at the cheapest ...
We are 3 years later and I am still waiting for some help :) Nobody drinking wine or so in Bali? ... Read More
How to solve slow internet problem in Bali by MarcDeSmetBE
At home (Bali) I have a Telkom landline internet. I pay for 2 Mb/sec. Internet speed measured with Ookla app usually shows I have 2.5 Mb/sec. But loading of almost all pages is excruciatingly slow. From searching on the internet I think the reason ...
to Richparkie. Also good advice I think, but I will try Gede's suggestion and buy a 3G/4G modem and a tri card. I hope reception where I live will be good enough. Thanks Read More
How to solve slow internet problem in Bali by MarcDeSmetBE
At home (Bali) I have a Telkom landline internet. I pay for 2 Mb/sec. Internet speed measured with Ookla app usually shows I have 2.5 Mb/sec. But loading of almost all pages is excruciatingly slow. From searching on the internet I think the reason ...
That sounds like a very good advice. I will try that. Can you top up the tri sim card with PC banking? Or is it cheaper to buy a new tri sim card when the data is used up? Thanks a lot Read More
How to solve slow internet problem in Bali by MarcDeSmetBE
At home (Bali) I have a Telkom landline internet. I pay for 2 Mb/sec. Internet speed measured with Ookla app usually shows I have 2.5 Mb/sec. But loading of almost all pages is excruciatingly slow. From searching on the internet I think the reason ...
I live in Kesiman-Kertalangu. Approx. 6 km from Sanur Read More
What is the risk of investing with a BPR?
BPR or Bank Perkreditan Rakyat are Local Banks in Indonesia. They are limited by law what they can do (e.g. they are not allowed to invest in money in the stock trade). They give quite high interest on time deposits and as far as I understand those ... Read More
How to solve slow internet problem in Bali by MarcDeSmetBE
At home (Bali) I have a Telkom landline internet. I pay for 2 Mb/sec. Internet speed measured with Ookla app usually shows I have 2.5 Mb/sec. But loading of almost all pages is excruciatingly slow. From searching on the internet I think the reason ...
Indihome is fiber I think. THere is no fiber in my street as far as I know. Many months ago I registred with Indihome for fiber. They wanted to know my mobile number such that the engineer could call me when they came to install. I never got a call. Read More
How to solve slow internet problem in Bali
At home (Bali) I have a Telkom landline internet. I pay for 2 Mb/sec. Internet speed measured with Ookla app usually shows I have 2.5 Mb/sec. But loading of almost all pages is excruciatingly slow. From searching on the internet I think the reason ... Read More
Apostille document for from non-apostille countries by mohammadnmb
I am an indonesian marrying a Mauritian. The marriage will take place in Mauritius. To obtain my residence permit, they are asking for: Full Birth Certificate of applicant duly legalized/authenticated by competent authority/ bear the seal of ...
I am in same situation, wanting to marry in Belgium. The relevant documents were legalised by two Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Finally they have to be legalised by the Embassy/Consulate of your country ... Read More
from Gozo to Bali
Don't buy house. Friends of mine here close to Sanur regret it immensely. Rent (short term 1 to 5 maybe 10 years) or lease (>10 years. Look at ... Read More
Cost of living in Indonesia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Indonesia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
I looked around quite bit and have the feeling I rent rather cheaply. Very quite area. Gated community with 7 villas. Relatively large garden of approx 15 x 15 meter. Large swimming pool 7.5 x 4 meter. Modern western kitchen. Two large bedrooms each ... Read More
Cost of living in Indonesia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Indonesia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
I am retired and live in Kesiman, close to Sanur in Bali. > How much does it cost to rent an apartment/house in Indonesia? I pay 90 millioin/year after having invested around 150 million in the house. House has western kitchen (that is 85 ... Read More
Do you speak Indonesian? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that mastering the Indonesian language is essential for a successful integration in Indonesia. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Indonesian? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one ...
I was 61 when I moved to Indonesia. I was sure I would learn Bahasa Indonesia quite quickly. I already speak three languages fluently and a fourth I know enough to have some basic conversation. But at 61 it is not so easy anymore to learn a new ... Read More
Wish to be with the woman I love. by Mikdylan
Hello, my name is Dylan. I have a girlfriend who I love dearly living in Surabaya. I have been there twice to be with her. I love Indonesia and the people. But most importantly I love my girlfriend. We have so much in common and I would love to ...
I think when you marry an Indonesian women and live in Indonesia you can apply for a KITAP instead of a KITAS. A KITAP is valid for 5 years and the application can be done by yourself and your wife (whereas for a KITAS you need to go through an ... Read More
Marry with Indonesian by loaneu
Dear all, I am Vietnamese, my partner is Indonesian male. We are doing marry but We do not know the proceduce. We are both Buddhist. He lives in Sulawesi and I will live in Indonesia after marriage. Any one know the procedure? Thanks
I am Belgian and I will marry my Indonesian girl friend in Belgium. I do this to avoid the possibility that the Belgian authorities later would declare the marriage as fake. In my case I contacted the administration in the town hall of the town ... Read More
Here are my favourit discovering in the Island: by OliverSH2016
What a chance for your friend! I totally felt in love with the Island of Golds for architecture, cutoms, welcoming Balinese. I was impressed by the power of religion and I was charmed by their customs such as sacred offerings drop off on the floor I ...
I live in Bali since more than 3 years. A few weeks back I discovered the Hidden Canyon in Sukuwati. FOr me this is the most beautiful "thing" I have seen here. You can find many pictures with Google or Bing Images. Also a hike through ... Read More
Insurance coverage in Indonesia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Indonesia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
I did not take insurance against the costs of dengue, or a skin rash, or ... But I live in Bali with the most egoistical and dangerous drivers in the world. A friend of mine has an accident in which he breaks his arm (slightly complicated fracture) ... Read More
Insurance coverage in Indonesia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Indonesia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
It is per policy period Read More
Insurance coverage in Indonesia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Indonesia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
Quoted Excess/Deductible Total Annual Premium $5,000 $1,740.03 $2,500 $2,030.04 $1,000 $2,320.04 $500 ... Read More
Insurance coverage in Indonesia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Indonesia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
Already checked. Renewal is possible after 65 years. Premium is independent of what happened in previous year: it is fixed for each age. Possible deductibles are 0, 100, 250, 500 or 1000. Read More
Insurance coverage in Indonesia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Indonesia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
I am a 64 year old retiree. I drive a bike and cannot find insurance for it. So, for me the most important was a health insurance. I looked at proposals of many companies and finally decided to take Morgan Price. I pay 鈧�2523.04 per year for a ... Read More
Price of KITAP by MarcDeSmetBE
I just renewed my KITAS for the third time. I paid 7.5 million, which I hope is a reasonable price. My visa agent says I can switch to KITAP next year. This would be valid for 5 years. She asks 40 million for this. If I check on the internet I ...
Thanks to all for the many reactions. My conclusions: 1. I cannot Do IT Myself (no Indonesian spouse or work) 2. Yearly Kitas is cheaper than 5 year Kitap. But I will have to go 5 times for approx. 1 hour to immigration for picture and finger ... Read More
Price of KITAP by MarcDeSmetBE
I just renewed my KITAS for the third time. I paid 7.5 million, which I hope is a reasonable price. My visa agent says I can switch to KITAP next year. This would be valid for 5 years. She asks 40 million for this. If I check on the internet I ...
I pay 7.500.000 per year for KITAS. KITAP is for 5 years. 5 times 7.500.000 = 37.500.000. So, KITAS is cheaper than KITAP. Visa agents and sponsors have less work (only once instead of 5 times). Is there any good reason why I should feed the ... Read More
Price of KITAP
I just renewed my KITAS for the third time. I paid 7.5 million, which I hope is a reasonable price. My visa agent says I can switch to KITAP next year. This would be valid for 5 years. She asks 40 million for this. If I check on the internet I ... Read More
Accommodation in bali by Cancer14
Hi there, I'm planning to come to Indonesia for 3 to 4 months to work on some personal project ( focus on study) .. I need information about the accommodation and Internet access. How to look for a good price in a safe place? Thanks in advance
For accommodation try http://www.rumah123.com/ For internet access TRI offers sim cards with 6 Gb for around 100.000 to 200.000 (you can buy them in RTC, the computer center, jl. Diponogoro in Denpasar) Read More
WHY do Retirement Visas cost so much ?? by Mr Bruce
I am attempting to get a Retirement Visa and have been quoted a 9.500,000 Fee ??
I pay 7.5 million in Bali. My visa agent would be delighted to work for you. Marc Read More
Why is Indonesia so Appealing to You? by Ubudian
As frustrating as life can sometimes be here in Indonesia, thinking specifically of all the recent proposed as well as implemented changes in visas, taxation, business licensing, and real estate issues since Jokowi was elected President last year, ...
I am from Belgium and moved to Bali. Why? First of all I was totally fed up with Belgium/Europe. Overtaxed, overruled, completely leaderless and unmanageable. So, where could I go? USA: total lack of respect of people, even their own citizens ... Read More
Women of Indonesia by Ubudian
I would be less than honest if I didn鈥檛 admit to being inspired to write this post if it weren鈥檛 for a disparaging, grossly inaccurate and generalized assessment of Indonesian women that I read elsewhere on this forum. Summarily ...
I have mixed feelings. On one hand most of them are very friendly and confrontation-avoiding (typically Asian, not just Indonesian). Many are hard working, often far away from their families (which maybe contradicts a bit the family thing in the ... Read More
Driving in Indonesia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Indonesia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
I live in South Bali. I have been to Jakarta and the traffic there almost looks disciplined compared to what you see in Bali. In the past I traveled around the world for my job. I have never seen a place where people drive so egoistically as in ... Read More
Safety in Indonesia by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Indonesia? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think ...
I live in Bali. VERY DANGEROUS: the roads at least. Balinese drivers are the most egoistic drivers I have seen and I have traveled a lot. I had two accidents with my bike in two years time. For the rest it is pretty safe. I hear sometimes about ... Read More
I would like to import second hand bike: what about import duties?
I would like to import a second hand Honda Silverwing to Bali, value around 鈧�3000. How does it work with importation? What is the best way to do this? What kind of import duties, taxes, fees, etc. can I expect? Thanks for any useful ... Read More
Prescription medication by billyc
I have a prescription for simvastatin for high cholesterol. It's almost run out. Any replacements or suggestions here in Ubud/Bali?
I go to Kimia Pharma on the Bypass in Sanur and just get it without any prescription. Dont remember anymore how much I paid, only I was surprised how cheap it was Marc Read More
Living in Bali by Natasha2802
We are looking for advice on living in Bali. We are looking at month to month rent while my partner works in Aus on a roster. I have a 7mth old son travelling on a British passport while I'm on an Aus passport. If anyone cam advice me on visas ...
Dear Natasja, Check out rumah123.com for houses to rent. Kuta (legian, seminyak) has lots of shops, bars and restaurants. It is more for younger people (more noise too). Sanur is quieter and cheaper. I live 6 km from Sanur and pay 100 million per ... Read More
Where is the cheapest wine shop in Bali?
Prices of alcoholic beverages went up again. I used to pay 150.000, then 160.000 for the local gin, vodka en tequila. Now they ask 180.000. So, I wonder, where in Bali can I find these beverages (and also Alexandria wine) at the cheapest ... Read More
Cost of living in Indonesia 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Indonesia in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Indonesia you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Indonesia? > accommodation ...
Living in Kesiman (Close to Sanur), Bali I pay 90 million per year rent of villa with pool and 2 bedrooms with ensuite Electricity prepaid around 600.000 per month Thinking of taking the government medical insurance at 60.000 per month. Food ... Read More
Bali Bank Situation by nimawongchusherpa
Dear All, Am looking to Open a USD bank account here in bali. I have a Kitas but am not sure which bank to go to. I need to have bank that does not have too high a cost of maintenance, gives me a debit card that allows internet transactions and also ...
I live in Bali since end 2012. I have IDR bank account with Mandiri I do most of my financial business with Mandiri internet banking. No problem. Read More