Emigrate to Indonesia
Emigrate to Indonesia: Find out the most important information for your stay here
Indonesien ist ein südostasiatisches Land, das aus einer Vielzahl von Vulkaninseln besteht. Für diejenigen, die nach Indonesien auswandern möchten, bietet das Land eine reiche kulturelle Vielfalt und atemberaubende Natur. Die Bevölkerung besteht aus zahlreichen ethnischen Gruppen, die eine Vielzahl von Sprachen sprechen. Das Land ist berühmt für seine Strände, Vulkane und Komodowarane sowie für die Dschungel, in denen Elefanten, Orang-Utans und Tiger leben. Auf der Insel Java befindet sich Jakarta, die lebhafte und dicht besiedelte Hauptstadt Indonesiens, sowie Yogyakarta, eine Stadt, die für Gamelan-Musik und traditionelles Puppenspiel bekannt ist. Das Auswandern nach Indonesien ermöglicht es, diese faszinierende Vielfalt hautnah zu erleben und in eine einzigartige Kultur einzutauchen.
Facts about Indonesia
Capital City
Jakarta
Population
275.5 million
Surface Area
1,183,712.12 mi² or 1,905,000 km²
Continent
Asia
Official Language
Indonesian
Currency
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Emigrating to Indonesia: An overview of the political system
Indonesia is the country with the fourth largest population in the world, the second largest Muslim population and the third largest democracy. The approximately 270 million inhabitants live on 6,000 of the archipelago's more than 17,000 islands. The constitution guarantees religious freedom for six officially recognized religions and is based on the state doctrine "Pancasila".
Since the declaration of independence from the Netherlands in 1945, Indonesia has been a presidential republic. After the end of the authoritarian "New Order" under Soeharto, Indonesia has implemented comprehensive political reforms towards democracy since 1998. The president is directly elected every five years. The last election was held on February 14, 2024, and the final result is expected to be announced on March 20, 2024. According to preliminary counts, the current Minister of Defense Subianto Prabowo achieved the majority of votes (approx. 58%).
Indonesia's 38 provinces have numerous powers of self-government. Provinces with extended autonomy status are Aceh, the provinces on the Indonesian part of the island of New Guinea (Papua, Papua Barat, Papua Pegunungan, Papua Tengah and Papua Selatan), the special capital district of Jakarta and the special region of Yogyakarta, which is governed by a sultan.
Climate in Indonesia: Important information for emigrants
Indonesia has a tropical climate, although the heat is somewhat tempered by sea winds. The average annual temperature is around 27°C. However, temperatures vary depending on the region: in the coastal areas they are around 24-35°C, inland 20-30°C and in the mountains 16-26°C. Humidity is generally high and it often cools down considerably at night in the mountains. The rainy and dry seasons are determined by the east and west monsoon. Jakarta has a hot climate with high humidity all year round.
Healthcare system in Indonesia: Important facts for emigrants
While there are many advantages to living in Indonesia, finding and financing adequate healthcare can be a challenge. Public hospitals are generally not up to the standards that expats from Western countries are used to. Private hospitals are usually a better choice as they offer a higher quality of care, but these benefits are usually reflected in higher costs. Comprehensive health insurance cover is therefore essential for all expats moving to Indonesia.
Emigrating to Indonesia: An overview of the economic situation and quality of life
In Indonesia, the gross domestic product per capita amounted to around 4,492.36 US dollars in 2023. The Gini coefficient of wealth describes the distribution of wealth. The indicator is an established, internationally comparable measure of wealth inequality. It is measured on a scale from zero to one. The higher the value, the greater the inequality. The Gini coefficient in Indonesia is expected to be 0.38 in 2024 (source: Statista).
Indonesia consists of over 17,000 islands, of which around 6,000 are inhabited. For many who wish to emigrate to Indonesia, the country offers a unique blend of cultural diversity and scenic beauty. Despite the overall positive development of recent years, there are still considerable regional differences. The main island of Java is the political and economic center of the Indonesian archipelago. In the past, little was invested in infrastructure, education and basic social security on the other islands. However, this has changed in the last ten years. Nevertheless, the differences in development have not yet been completely eliminated. Emigrating to Indonesia offers the opportunity to experience this dynamic at first hand and to participate in the many opportunities that the country offers.
National holiday
Indonesian independence
India gained its independence on August 15, 1947, but the country's constitution, the so-called "Constitution of India", only came into force on January 26, 1950.
Relocation of the capital
The world's largest island nation is moving its seat of government from Java to Borneo, to a planned metropolis called Nusantara. In Jakarta, traffic is an omnipresent issue, much like the weather in other cities. The question of how long it takes to get to work and back is omnipresent. A person who is born in Jakarta and spends their life there spends an average of ten years of their life in traffic jams.
This could all change in Nusantara. The new capital, which is being built on the island of Borneo, should avoid many of Jakarta's problems. The current capital is located on the coast and is therefore heavily affected by flooding; it is also sinking further and further over the years. Although the new capital will also be located on the coast, the risk of flooding there is much lower.
Emigrate to Indonesia - Entry Requirements
Entry is possible for German nationals with the following documents:
- Passport: Yes
- Temporary passport: Yes, only with a visa issued by the competent Indonesian diplomatic mission before entering Germany
- Identity card: No
- Temporary identity card: No
- Children's passport: Yes, with restriction: only if not extended/updated
FAQs for emigrating to Indonesia
Where can I find relevant information about my country of entry and the entry regulations that apply there?
We have compiled destination country information as well as entry requirements and customs information for many countries in the Relocation Service section of our website and are constantly expanding this section.
Can I use my own container that I already own for the move with DACHSER & KOLB?
For every removal, which we at DACHSER & KOLB always offer as a door-to-door (full service) removal, a container is rented for the duration of the removal. We therefore do not offer the option of using your own container.
Who is responsible for my move abroad and the services I need there?
As a FIDI member, we work abroad with selected, long-standing partners who work in accordance with our service standards.
Are my removal goods insured in the event of damage?
For every overseas move, we naturally cover transportation insurance at current value for the used household goods and personal belongings
What types of transportation do you offer for overseas relocation?
It is generally possible to carry out overseas removals via air freight or sea freight. In the case of sea freight, it is possible to ship the removal goods as additional cargo (“LCL shipment” with Liftvan) or with a container (FCL shipment in 20 feet, 40 feet or 40 feet high cube). We will be happy to discuss which option is best for you in a personal consultation.
When and how must the move be paid for and what is the payment deadline?
You will receive an invoice a few weeks after placing the order and pay the full amount directly in advance.
Do I have to pay taxes and customs duties on my removal goods?
Removal goods can be imported tax and duty-free into most countries if you have a valid residence permit. We will be happy to check the options for importing the removal goods for your desired destination country in a personal consultation.
Are you interested in moving to Indonesia or another destination country?
Then do not hesitate and contact us today.
Alexander Brugger
Teamlead Customer Service & Sales - AIR&SEA
