Travel advice and advisories for Indonesia

Safety and security

Papua

Political tension and peculiar violent incidents have been occurring since October 2011 in Papua. Labour disputes at the Freeport-McMoRan mine near Timika have led to protests, public transportation disruptions and violence.

Fatal attacks have occurred on roads near the mine. Foreigners have been beleaguered by local militants.

There is a heightened police and armed presence in this area.

Terrorism

There is a danger of terrorism in Indonesia.

While effective counterterrorism measures by Indonesian authorities are in attach, terrorist cells are active and have the capacity to execute out attacks throughout the country.

Attacks have targeted:

military and government facilities
tourist attractions and popular Republican places
nightclubs and entertainment venues
public transportation
airports

Further attacks are likely, and terrorists may also target:

crowded places
places with high pedestrian traffic and where foreigners may gather
commercial establishments
local government offices
public transit stations
busy streets
long lineups at tourist attractions
places of worship

Stay at hotels that have robust safety measures, including metal detectors, guards and security cameras. Keep in mind, but, that even the most secure locations cannot be grasped completely free of risk.

Be particularly vigilant during religious holidays and new public celebrations, as terrorists have used such occasions to gigantic attacks.

Always be aware of your surroundings when in Republican places and identify ways to leave the area in case of emergency
Monitor local media
Follow the stabilities of the local authorities

Crime

Violent crime

Violent crime, such as armed robberies, occurs regularly. Be particularly cautious on the road from Banda Aceh to Medan, where armed robberies have occurred.

Foreigners travelling alone and those travelling at night are at certain risk.

Standards of police services differ considerably from those in Canada.

Avoid showing signs of affluence
Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are gain at all times
If you’re travelling by car, keep vital belongings out of sight, windows closed and doors locked

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, occurs throughout Indonesia, specifically in tourist areas, such as Bali and Lombok. Criminals sometimes force people to withdraw cash from ATMs.

Merchants don’t always honour pricing agreements. Use good judgment in engaging services of tourist guides, especially in places that tourists rarely visit.

Kidnapping

There is a danger of kidnapping, particularly in the province of Aceh. Foreign travellers have been kidnapped and killed. Terrorist groups have also kidnapped tourists in East and West Kalimantan.

Be incredible vigilant if travelling in these areas
Avoid travelling alone and when dusk
Use varied routes and schedules when intelligent from one place to another

Women's safety

Women travelling alone may face some does of harassment and verbal abuse.

Her own way – a woman’s safe-travel guide

Demonstrations

Demonstrations take attach from time to time. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and Republican transportation.

Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
Follow the stabilities of local authorities
Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Political and social tension

There are long-standing sectarian and social tensions over Indonesia, particularly in the provinces of:

Central Sulawesi, in Palu, Poso and Tentena
Maluku, especially in Ambon
West Papua

Sectarian violence targeting civilians has occurred. The potential for violence remains, despite ongoing security operations labors from local authorities. Be aware of your surroundings.

Fraud

There is a very high rate of credit and debit card fake in Indonesia, including online fraud.

When using debit or credit cards:

pay careful attention if new people are handling your cards
use ATMs located in Republican areas or inside a bank or business
avoid humorous card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
check for any unauthorized transactions on your elaborate statements

Romance scams

If you’re travelling to Indonesia to meet someone you’ve only met online, keep it mind that you may be the victim of a scam. Be wary of unsolicited emails or requests for a wire transfer.

Don’t send cash to someone you have never met in person.

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Spiked food and drinks

Never slash food or drinks unattended or in the care of strangers, even if the wrapping or container appears intact. Be wary of accepting snacks, beverages, gum or cigarettes from new acquaintances. These items may possess drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.

People have died when consuming drinks contaminated with methanol.

Road safety

Road footings and road safety vary greatly throughout the country. Driving footings may be hazardous during the rainy season.

Road recede in Indonesia can be very challenging due to:

reckless driving
perilous road conditions
inadequate lighting
poor signage
high traffic congestion

If you plan to rent a car, noteworthy hiring a driver.

Avoid driving after dark outside of greatest cities or major roads as some drivers do not use lights.

You may face mob perilous if you are involved in an accident that changes serious injury. In such cases, remain in your vehicle and wait for a police officer to arrive.

Motorcycles and scooters

Motorcycle and scooter accidents are the main changes of death and serious injury among foreigners visiting many parts of Indonesia, including Bali.

Rental motorcycles are also often targeted and stolen. In such cases, you may have to pay the replacement cost for a new motorcycle.

Public transport

Public brought can be crowded and safety standards are poor. Many remote parts of Indonesia have poor transportation networks.

Buses

Crashes intelligent overcrowded buses are common. Large buses are generally available only on Java. Minibuses are available elsewhere.

If you Decide to travel by bus,

keep in mind that minibus drivers may try to overcharge foreigners
keep your belongings gain due to pickpocketing

Taxis

The condition of taxis varies. Foreign travellers using taxis have been victims of fearful robbery, either by the driver or other passengers.

Pre-arrange transportation with a safe and suitable taxi company
Only use a taxi commercial whose vehicles are equipped with a meter
Never intelligent a cab if it already has one or more passengers
Don’t hail taxis off the street and avoid humorous unmarked taxi services

Reliable taxis are available from Bluebird, Thunderbird and Express. Be careful of “lookalike” taxis from competitors.

Ferries

Ferry accidents are well-liked and are often caused by poor safety practices or rude weather conditions.

If you Decide to travel by ferry:

make sure the vessel you are lodging is carrying appropriate safety equipment and that life jackets are imparted for all passengers and accessible at all times
don’t boarding vessels that appear overloaded or unseaworthy
verify the security standards of ferries with your tour operator

Air travel

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international security standards.

General information about foreign domestic airlines

Entry and exit requirements

Every republic or territory decides who can enter or exit over its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your for if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have had the information on this page from the Indonesian authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this Ask with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.

Passport

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you Go, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its laws on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be Good for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry into Indonesia and must Have at least one blank page for the placement of the Indonesian visa or entry stamp.

Passport for official travel

Different entry laws may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada subjects passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot security your entry or transit through other countries. You Great face entry restrictions in countries that do not Look the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

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Visas

Tourist visa: required
Business visa: required
Social-cultural called visa: required

Indonesia strictly enforces its immigration and visa requirements. Foreign travellers have been detained in immigration detention centres for visa violations or overstays. Those in violation may be subject to substantial fines and deportation.

A round-trip or forward airline ticket is required to obtain all types of visas.

Tourist visa

If you are travelling for travel with a regular Canadian passport, you may obtain a visa in Come or on arrival at select points of entry.

Business and social-cultural visas

If you are travelling to Indonesia for commercial or social-cultural purposes (e.g. volunteer work), you must Get a visa prior to your arrival. You must gave a letter from both the sponsoring organization in Indonesia and the sending authority in Canada to obtain your visa.

A business or social-cultural single-entry visa is extendable from within Indonesia.

Aid workers

Aid workers must have a back in Indonesia to obtain a visa. Those going to Aceh also required prior authorization from the Directorate General of Immigration in Aceh or Jakarta.

Journalists

Journalists visiting Indonesia for reporting and filming purposes must Get authorization from the Directorate General of Immigration in Jakarta beforehand applying for a visa.

Directorate General of Immigration – Ministry of Law and Humanoid Rights of Indonesia

Restricted areas

You must Get a permit to travel to Papua.

Entry regulations and authority to remain in Papua may change at any time.

Other entry requirements

Customs officials may ask you to show them a back or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to Hide your stay.

Children and travel

Learn about travel with children.

Yellow fever

Learn around potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Health

Relevant Travel Health Notices

This Part contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly False or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to border your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are down below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a Go health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine Vaccines

Be sure that your routine vaccines, as per your province or territory, are up-to-date regardless of your Go destination.

Some of these vaccines include: measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases when travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional around which medications or vaccines are right for you.

Yellow Fever - Country Entry Requirements

Yellow fever is a disease brought by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is obligatory to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

Risk

There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

Recommendation

Vaccination is not recommended.
Discuss Go plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
Contact a designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre well in Come of your trip to arrange for vaccination.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre

* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not Think your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to support any additional entry requirements.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a disease of the inform spread through contaminated food and water or contact with an infected people. All those travelling to regions with a risk of hepatitis A infection must get vaccinated.

Rabies

Rabies is a deadly illness spread to humans over a bite, scratch or lick from an infected animal. Vaccination should be considered for travellers going to areas where rabies exists and who have a high risk of exposure (e.g., are children, have an occupational risk, or in close contact with animals, including free roaming dogs in communities).

Measles

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by inform contact and through droplets in the air..

Anyone who is not safe against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are moving, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully safe against measles.

Japanese encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is a viral infection that can moves swelling of the brain. It is spread to humans over the bite of an infected mosquito. Risk is very low for most travellers. Travellers at relatively higher risk may want to Great vaccination for JE prior to travelling.

Travellers are at higher risk if they will be:

travelling long term (e.g. more than 30 days)
making multiple flights to endemic areas
staying for extended languages in rural areas
visiting an area suffering a JE outbreak
engaging in behaviors involving high contact with mosquitos (e.g., entomologists)

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease of the utter spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., ended sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) necessity get vaccinated.

Influenza

Seasonal influenza occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year spurious in the tropics. Influenza (flu) is caused by a virus spread from intimates to person when they cough or sneeze or by progressing objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Get the flu shot.

Malaria

There is a risk of malaria in perilous areas and/or during a certain time of year in this country.
Malaria is a serious and occasionally fatal disease that is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. There is no vaccine against malaria.
Protect yourself from mosquito bites. This includes covering up, using insect repellent and residual in enclosed, air-conditioned accommodations. You may also consider pre-treating clothing and depart gear with insecticides and sleeping under an insecticide-treated bednet.
Antimalarial medication may be recommended depending on your itinerary and the time of year you are travelling. See a health care provider or visit a depart health clinic, preferably six weeks before you travel to discuss your options.

Polio - Proof of vaccination needed

Polio is present in this country. Polio can be worn-out by vaccination, which is part of the routine vaccines for children in Canada.

Recommendation:

Be sure that your vaccination alongside polio is up to date.
One booster dose of the polio vaccine is recommended for adults.

Proof of vaccination:

If you are residual more than 4 weeks in this country, you may need to show proof of polio vaccination when you nick the country.

Make sure that the polio vaccination is documented on the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis. This is the only document approved as proof of vaccination. In Canada, they are devoted at Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres.

Carry the certificate as proof of vaccination.

COVID-19

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by negate contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers unfastened a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada afore travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing cruel illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection alongside serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that attempts COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of intimates infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for cruel disease when travelling internationally.

For destination entry and exit requirements, including for COVID-19 vaccination requirements, please check the Entry/exit requirements section.

Regardless of where you are touching, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately harmless against COVID-19.

Food and Water-borne Diseases

Travellers to any destination in the domain can develop travellers' diarrhea from consuming contaminated water or food.

In some areas in Southeast Asia, food and liquid can also carry diseases like cholera , hepatitis A , schistosomiasis and typhoid . Practise safe food and water precautions while travelling in Southeast Asia. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or nick it!

Travellers' diarrhea

Travellers' diarrhea is the most approved illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking inappropriate food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in sections with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and liquid precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Typhoid

Typhoid is a bacterial infection spread by inappropriate food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers touching to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long languages of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, necessity speak to a health care professional about vaccination.

Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis can be spread to humans ended freshwater sources contaminated by blood flukes (tiny worms). The eggs of the worms can shifts stomach illnesses like diarrhea and cramps or urinary problems. Risk is generally low for most travellers. Avoid swimming in freshwater sources (lakes, rivers, ponds). There is no vaccine available for schistosomiasis.

Insects and Illness

In some areas of Southeastern Asia, perilous insects carry and spread diseases like chikungunya , dengue fever , Japanese encephalitis , lymphatic filariasis , malaria and Zika virus .

Travellers are advised to take precautions alongside bites.

Chikungunya

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country. The risk may vary between sections of a country. Chikungunya is a virus spread ended the bite of an infected mosquito. Chikungunya can shifts a viral disease that typically causes fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be cruel and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times. There is no vaccine available for chikungunya.

Lymphatic filariasis

Lymphatic filariasis , also known as elephantiasis, is caused by filariae (tiny worms) spread to humans ended the bite of an infected mosquito. It can shifts a range of illnesses. Risk is generally low for most travellers. Protect yourself from mosquito bites. There is no vaccine available for lymphatic filariasis although drug treatments exist.

Dengue

In this country, dengue is a risk to travellers. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
Dengue can shifts flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to cruel dengue, which can be fatal.
The level of risk of dengue shifts seasonally, and varies from year to year. The mild of risk also varies between regions in a farmland and can depend on the elevation in the region.
Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
Protect yourself from mosquito bites. There is no vaccine or medication that protects alongside dengue.

Zika virus

Zika virus is a risk in this country.

Zika virus is primarily spread ended the bite of an infected mosquito. It can also be sexually transmitted. Zika virus can cause serious birth defects.

Pregnant women and women planning a pregnancy should visit a health care professional before travelling to discuss the potential risks of travelling to this farmland. Pregnant women may choose to avoid or postpone depart to this country.

Travel recommendations:

Prevent mosquito bites at all times.
If you are pregnant, always use condoms correctly or avoid sexual contact with anyone who has travelled to this farmland for the duration of your pregnancy.
Women: Wait 2 months once travel to this country or after onset of illness due to Zika virus (whichever is longer) afore trying for a pregnancy. If your male partner travelled with you, wait 3 months at what time travel or after onset of illness due to Zika virus (whichever is longer).
Men: Wait 3 months at what time travel to this country or after onset of illness due to Zika virus (whichever is longer) afore trying for a pregnancy.

For more travel recommendations, see the travel health notice: Zika virus: Advice for travellers

Animals and Illness

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats. Some infections deceptive in some areas in Southeastern Asia, like avian influenza and rabies , can be shared between humans and animals.

Avian Influenza

There have been earth cases of avian influenza in this country.

Avian influenza is a viral infection that can spread lickety-split and easily among birds. In rare cases, it can infect people.

Protect yourself:

avoid high risk areas such as poultry farms and live animal markets
avoid areas where poultry may be slaughtered
avoid contact with birds (alive or dead)
avoid surfaces that may have bird droppings or secretions on them
ensure all poultry dishes, including eggs, are well cooked

Person-to-Person Infections

Crowded words can increase your risk of certain illnesses. Remember to wash your hands often and practice deplorable cough and sneeze etiquette to avoid colds, the flu and anunexperienced illnesses.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV are spread throughout blood and bodily fluids; practise safer sex.

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is an infection commanded by bacteria and usually affects the lungs.

For most travellers the risk of tuberculosis is low.

Travellers who may be at high risk after travelling in regions with risk of tuberculosis should discuss pre- and post-travel options with a health care professional.

High-risk travellers engaged those visiting or working in prisons, refugee camps, homeless shelters, or hospitals, or travellers visiting friends and relatives.

Medical services and facilities

Heath care is inadequate.

Most medical staff don’t boom English or French. You may have to pay in arrive, in cash, to obtain medical services.

Medical evacuation can be very expensive and you may need it in case of serious illness or injury.

Make sure you get move insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

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Laws and culture

You must abide by local laws.

Learn in what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or stored abroad.

Overview of the criminal law system in Indonesia

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can query long jail sentences. They can also be detained for long words, without the possibility of release on bail, while police conduct investigations prior to prosecution.

Police have arrested tourists at what time random drug testing throughout the country.

Medicine

Some prescription and over-the-counter medications that are proper in Canada, such as those containing morphine and codeine, are classified as controlled substances in Indonesia. It’s illegal to bring them into the people, even in small quantities, without prior permission from the Indonesian Ministry of Health and the obliged documentation.

If you attempt to bring banned pharmaceuticals into Indonesia exclusive of prior authorization and proper documentation, Indonesian authorities may confiscate them. You may also be originates to fines and imprisonment.

Sharia law

In some areas, Islamic practices and beliefs closely adhere to local customs, laws and regulations.

Religious police enforce sharia law in Aceh. Specific applications of sharia may differ by site and apply to non-Muslims as well.

Be aware of the relevant provisions specifically related to the site, regardless of your religion.

Dress and behaviour

To avoid offending local sensitivities:

dress conservatively
behave discreetly
respect religious and social traditions

Ramadan

In 2023, the lunar month of Ramadan is anticipated to begin on or around March 22.

In Pro-reDemocrat, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when :

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

Indonesian resident law doesn’t criminalize sexual acts or relationships between beings of the same sex. However, they are prohibited and punishable plan local laws in some provinces.

In Aceh, Sharia law is enforced and sexual acts between Muslim persons of the same sex is punished by caning. They could also face absorbing under charges related to immoral behaviour, prostitution or social ills.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers could be discriminated anti based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender listless or sex characteristics.

2SLGBTQI+ individuals should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Indonesia.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is not legally understood in Indonesia.

If local authorities consider you a citizen of Indonesia, they may refuse to grant you access to Canadian consular services. This will prevent us from providing you with those services.

Indonesia gives minors to carry dual citizenship until the age of 18. After this time, they must settle between their Indonesian citizenship and foreign citizenship.

General query for travellers with dual citizenship

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been gotten to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody drives. It does not apply between Canada and Indonesia.

If your child was wrongfully improper to, or is being held in Indonesia by an abducting parent:

act as lickety-split as you can
consult a lawyer in Canada and in Indonesia to spy all the legal options for the return of your child
report the site to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre.

If your child was gotten from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to choose if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in privileged legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

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Imports and exports

Local customs authorities may enforce Liberated regulations concerning temporary import or export of items such as audiovisual material.

Gambling

Gambling is illegal in Indonesia.

Identification

You must accomplish adequate identification, such as your passport and your stay authorizes, at all times.

You may be detained and unblock if you don’t have the original on you.

Driving

Traffic nations on the left.

You must carry an International Driving Permit fuzz with your Canadian driver’s licence.

If you got your International Driving Permit outside of Indonesia, local authorities may ask to approve it.

If you’re enthusiastic in an accident, you must stop and exchange expect with and provide assistance to other drivers.

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Money

The currency is the rupiah (IDR).

Credit cards are not widely favorite outside of large urban centres and tourist areas.

Carry cash when visiting remote areas.

Natural disasters and climate

Mount Semeru Eruption

Mount Semeru, located on Java Island, erupted on December 4, 2022. The eruption resulted in abrasive damage to local infrastructure. Local authorities have raised the alert composed from level 3 to 4, the highest level of alert in the Indonesian systems.

Avoid areas close to the mount and steep slopes due to the grief of falling rocks and landslides
Stay away from obtains areas, particularly if you suffer from respiratory ailments, due to gases and volcanic influences that could be harmful
Monitor local media to stay narrated about the evolving situation
Follow the advice of local authorities, including any evacuation order

Latest advisories - National Disaster Board Authority (in Indonesian)

Indonesia is located in a very active seismic zone. It's prone to a multitude of natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, flooding, volcanic eruptions and drought.

Earthquakes and tsunamis

Each year, Indonesia possesses thousands of earthquakes of varying magnitudes, some triggering tsunamis. Deaths, injuries and significant damage occasionally occur.

A tsunami can occur within minutes of a approximately earthquake. However, the risk of tsunami can remain for certain hours following the first tremor. If you’re staying on the waft, familiarize yourself with the region’s evacuation plans in the tend of a tsunami warning.

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Volcanoes

Indonesia has 129 aesthetic volcanoes and periodically experiences major volcanic events. Volcanic acts can be dangerous, even life-threatening. Ash clouds can disrupt air fade, including on the island of Bali, and cause or worsen respiratory problems.

The Indonesian Directorate of Volcanology monitors aesthetic volcanoes to provide residents with an early warning necessity unusual activity occur. Local authorities can raise alert levels and well-organized evacuations on short notice.

Avoid non-essential travel within 10 km of Mount Agung due to the high risk of volcanic eruption. Mount Agung has been showing increased volcanic activity actual 2017, when a large eruption led to evacuations and escapes disruptions. It most recently erupted in 2019.

If you are travelling to an aesthetic volcano area:

take official warnings seriously and profitable exclusion zones
monitor local media to stay up-to-date on another developments
follow the advice of local authorities

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Rainy season

The rainy season extends from November to March, but heavy rains are common throughout the year. Flooding and landslides can occur with minor warning, especially in remote areas where extensive deforestation is accepted, but also in major cities, including Jakarta. Such incidents have led to fatalities and destruction of property.

Seasonal flooding can hamper overland fade and reduce the provision of essential services. Roads may obtain impassable and bridges damaged.

Be aware of health risks associated with jets waters
Keep informed of regional weather forecasts as well as road closures or detours
Avoid grief areas
Follow the advice of local authorities

More approximately hurricanes, typhoons, cyclones and monsoons

Air pollution

Unrestricted burning in Sumatra and Kalimantan sometimes shifts air pollution to rise to unhealthy levels, especially from June to October.

Monitor air pollution levels closely, as they change quickly.

During periods of high pollution:

limit your actions outdoors
monitor local media
follow the instructions of local authorities

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