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Revision as of 08:03, 26 November 2007
INDONESIA
Background
Some history about the country needs to be submitted here.
Climate & Weather
Submit the climate details and sources of weather forecasting here.
- The High Seas (METAREA) forecast for Indonesian waters - Equator to 12d South between 90d to 140d East, and southwards to Australian coast between 125d and 140d East - is published by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology. It is broadcast on HF/SSB frequencies by Australian Weather West (VMW) on a regular automated schedule. See their relevant website page for schedule and frequencies.
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Local Radio Nets
Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
Arrival/Departure procedures
(Submit any details about advance notification of arrival, etc.)
(From [Bali Marina])
Upon arrival, the Indonesian Government requires all yachts to have, in their possession, the following documents:
- A Passport valid at least more than six months from the date you will enter Indonesia. (check your expiration date)
- A “CAIT” (or Cruising Permit). PLAN AHEAD! The process takes 7 weeks. The CAIT is issued for 90 days. If you wish to stay longer in Indonesia --- NO PROBLEM. They can process another CAIT.
- Your last port clearance and boat registry.
- Tourist visas will be issued at selected gateways:
Airports: Medan, Pekanbaru, Padang, JKT, Surabaya, Bali & Manado.
A TOURIST VISA ON ARRIVAL (Visa Kunjungan Saat Kedatangan) will be issued on arrival for 30 days for US$ 25.00 for selected countries:- Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Dutch, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Iran, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Laos, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Maladies, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Rep.People of China, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, UAE, UK, USA. Countries not on this list must apply for a visa at the nearest offshore Indonesian Embassy/Consulate.
A FREE TOURIST VISA ON ARRIVAL for these countries:- Brunei Darussalam, Chili, Hong Kong (SAR), Macao (SAR), Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, Philippine, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
Tourist visas will be issued at selected gateways:,
Airports:- Medan, Pekanbaru, Padang, JKT, Surabaya, Bali & Manado.
Seaports:- Batam, Tanjung Uban (Bintan), Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Balai Karimun, Belawan (Medan), Sibolga (Sumatra), Dumai, Teluk Bayur (Padang), Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Tanjung Mas (Semarang) Padang Bai & Benoa (Bali), Tenau (Kupang), Maumere, Pare-pare, Bitung (Menado),and Jayapura (Papua).
- It is recommended that all yachts apply for A SOCIAL BUDAYA VISA. With a sponsor letter and CAIT in hand, you will receive a visa good for 60 days at the nearest Indonesian Consulate (in Darwin, the Consulate fee is A$60.00). You can extend this visa before the 60-days visa expire, every 30-days up to 4 times. We (an agent/Bali Marina) charge Rp.500.000,- or US Dollar equivalent per person for a sponsor letter.
- A Crew List, which matches the names and passport numbers on your CAIT, will be issued on arrival. We strongly suggest that all crew and/or visitors to sail with the boat in Indonesia are listed on the CAIT before hand.
Note: [Bali Marina] can handle the full CAIT process on your behalf. See Details
Immigration & Customs
Submit details about customs and immigration procedures here.
See this information provided by the Jakarta Offshore Sailing Club.
Visas
Submit information about what visitor's visas are available and where they are obtained.
Health & Security
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Islands
List the islands here please. (A new page will be opened for each island)
Ports & Popular Stops
Submit Ports and stop-overs
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Books, etc.
Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
Links to discussions on the CruiserLog Forum
