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We have seen the significant growth and development in the economy of Indonesia for the last couple of years, which places the country among the best countries in Southeast Asia for foreigners to visit, invest, or even settle down. Apart from the alluring landscapes and low cost of living, the strong support from the Indonesian government to boost the economy wi …

In Indonesia and as a foreigner, you will only qualify for a spouse KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit) or spouse visa when you are married to an Indonesian national legally under the law by obtaining the recognition from the Indonesian government office in which you get married. With that being said, status such as domestic partnership (couples that have been living toget …

Being an expat and living in a place other than your homeland is often a good experience that will change your life. However, there will always be bumps and good roads along the way during your stay as a foreigner in Indonesia. Expat life is about what and how you make it in this beautiful archipelago. Moaning about the bumps will never help, but embracing them and ap …

It is well known that Indonesia has always been a magnet for international brands looking to expand their global presence. Although such expansion can bring large profits, there are many critical factors both global and smaller brands should consider or avoid before they decide to expand to Indonesia. From restaurants to car manufacturers to convenient stores, ma …

Virtual offices in Indonesia have been around for more years than a lot of people realise, even before the rise of the modern digital age. As technology advances, we cannot deny that virtual offices are becoming more and more popular due to the many benefits they offer – particularly for small businesses and startups. Despite its popularity and advantages, has it eve …

The advantage of setting up a representative office in Indonesia is that it is a legal entity that does not require a lot of capital. Besides, it is a much easier and quicker way to set up a business than forming a limited liability company in Indonesia. Through representative offices, foreign investors are able to develop markets, promote products, find business par …

When starting a business in Indonesia, there are tons of things to do. You will have to raise money to have enough capital for your initial expenses, recruit employees, develop a marketing strategy, and the list goes on. However, before you could do any of that, it is critical for you to select the type of legal structure for your company. Not only that the choice y …

From the capital city to the rural regions of Indonesia, a growing number of tourists can be seen in many places in this beautiful archipelago – any time of the year. Other than just tourism itself, many foreigners also look at Indonesia as a promising country to live and work. The country’s tourism and economy is booming like never before. As a result, there are man …

Visas in Indonesia, like any specific subject, have its own unique set of definitions, abbreviations and terminology. It is becoming a challenge for foreigners to understand all of the visa and visa-related terms, especially when they are mostly in Indonesian. So now Cekindo compiles a list of the most useful terms and abbreviations you are likely to hear and will ne …

Since 2015, the Indonesian government implemented a Visa-Free Policy, which means people from most countries no longer need to pay the US$35 visa-on-arrival fee. This free visa allows foreigners from many countries such as the US, Canada, the UK to stay up to 30 days within the Indonesian territory, but not a single day longer than it. The visa cannot be extended an …

Having a basic understanding of important office solution concepts before you start the office solution rental process will give you peace of mind now. It will also definitely save you a fortune in the future. Here are a comprehensive dictionary of office solution terms you should know before you start looking for an office to rent in Indonesia -- to make life a littl …

You may know what a border run is -- a quick crossing of the international border to reset a visa. However, what happens if you overstay your visa in Indonesia? Or your visa is about to expire when you have no time to renew it? Since not all visas can be done with a simple border run, the answer depends greatly on numerous key factors, for instances, the country of p …