Immigration update: Indonesia | Circular letter on travel ban
Indonesian COVID-19 Task Force has released a circular letter No.6 of 2021 on regulating an extension of the travel ban into Indonesia to prevent the spread of the new COVID-19 strain into Indonesia.
Who will be affected?
+ International travellers entering Indonesia
+ Domestic travellers
Description
Due to the newfound COVID-19 strain, the Indonesian COVID-19 Task Force extended the travel ban to Indonesia as per below:
+ Indonesian borders are temporarily closed to foreign travellers which started 1st January 2021 until at least 8th February 2021.
+ Exceptions to the travel ban are for diplomatic visa holders entering Indonesia for official visits, current residence permit holders (ITAS & ITAP Online), returning Indonesian citizens.
Health protocol for exempted travellers:
+ Negative PCR test issued at a maximum of 72 hours prior to departure time.
+ Re-taking the PCR test upon entry to Indonesia.
+ 5-day quarantine at a government appointed quarantine facility, costs are borne by travellers.
+ Additional PCR test upon 5-day quarantine prior the release from the government facility.
Santa Fe Recommendation
Due to the rapid changes in border closures and health requirements, Santa Fe recommends travellers to keep travel dates flexible.
Should you have any questions, please contact:
Natasja Batubara
Corporate Services Manager
Santa Fe Relocation
Indonesia
D: +62 21 782 2428
E: Natasja.Batubara@staging.santaferelo.com
Robert Day
Group Head of Immigration Operations
Santa Fe Relocation
London, UK
M:+44 7990 021125
E: Robert.Day@santaeferelo.com
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