

DrDavid
American expat in Indonesia
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Lives in Jakarta Raya
Registration: 25 February 2021
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What is "Photo Scanned Identity" on the pedulilindungi app? by keithg0019
I'm trying to register my vaccinations on the pedulilindungi app and there is a requirement for "Photo Scanned Identity" which you can select a photo, upload a file or take a picture, but I'm not sure what they're looking for. Can someone please ...

@Fred Agreed. The CDC Card always works. Re: why get it? In case you haven't noticed a lot of policies get implemented without notice or retroactively. Life can be roller coaster ride at times.,, ًںک‹ My thoughts are in the future. If one of ... Read More


Need advices from you guys already living in Indonesia by Guest5762
Hi there, I would like to know from your experience how hard it was to find a job as a foreigner in Indonesia?was it quite challenging or not?!am in love with this beautiful country but my main concern is how hard is it to find a job !thanks in ...

@Fred Agree with Pak Fred, my situation developed resulting from friendships, introductions and having a place to stay long term. I suggest a more conventional approach for people who just hope to move and begin working.. it's not so easy in ... Read More


Need advices from you guys already living in Indonesia by Guest5762
Hi there, I would like to know from your experience how hard it was to find a job as a foreigner in Indonesia?was it quite challenging or not?!am in love with this beautiful country but my main concern is how hard is it to find a job !thanks in ...

@Narii Hi, it is not easy to get employment as an ex-pat. I was fortunate, in that I held advanced degrees and experience not commonly available in Indonesia. Suggest you use the internet to locate headhunters, submit your resume/references and ... Read More


texting to the USA by jjnyc13
Hello, I am currently in a long distance relation ship with an Indonesian woman that I met while we were working on an eco-farm in Ecuador. I am now back in NYC and she has just arrived back in Indonesia 3 weeks ago. ANYWAY, my question is: Since ...

The best option I have come across is one I've been using for about 10 years. It is called magic jack and basically, provides you with a US phone number for calls and SMS texts. (my number is from NJ - 732 Area code; you can specify a NYC # if ... Read More


Retirement visa sponsor by Digitarius
Anyone aware of a travel agent who can apply for a Retirement visa in Yogyakarta? Or an agent who has a presence in Yogyakarta. I tried in Bali but they don't have a presence in Yogyakarta so they cannot do it. I found one agent in ...

Hehehe .... I was thinking the same thing! ًںک† Maybe it's worth investigating.... Interested in a partnership? lol stranger things have happened! ًں™ڈًںŒ Be well, David Read More


Retirement visa sponsor by Digitarius
Anyone aware of a travel agent who can apply for a Retirement visa in Yogyakarta? Or an agent who has a presence in Yogyakarta. I tried in Bali but they don't have a presence in Yogyakarta so they cannot do it. I found one agent in ...

Hi, Good point if you're talking about s retirement visa, but the poster almost immediately switched from the retirement subject line to a single visit, renewable social/business Visa. " I can only visit Bali with a single entry business ... Read More


Retirement visa sponsor by Digitarius
Anyone aware of a travel agent who can apply for a Retirement visa in Yogyakarta? Or an agent who has a presence in Yogyakarta. I tried in Bali but they don't have a presence in Yogyakarta so they cannot do it. I found one agent in ...

Hi I'm, m a US Citizen in Indonesia 7 years. You honestly don't need an agency to get your Visa. You can do everything you need to do before arriving through the ID Embassy in NYC. Renewals are usually a matter of downloading s form, going ... Read More


English-speaking Psychiatrist in Bali or Jakarta by nessapo1
Hi all,I am moving with my family in July ,and I am looking for a psychiatrist for my daughter. We'll be living in Bali, but I don't mind going to Jakarta if necessary. Thanks

Did you ever get an answer to your post? Dr David Read More


Finding a job in Indonesia during the pandemic by Diksha
Hi everyone, Looking for a job in Indonesia is not something you can take lightly, especially now. If you found a new job in Indonesia during the pandemic or if you are currently searching for one, we would like to know how it went. How did ...

I was going to suggest you contact an organization such as SOS International. My friend was mostly correct..... You cannot work as practicing physician, however, my understanding is you can be employed as a consultant- supervisor to Indonesian ... Read More


how can I get a vaccination as an American living in Bandung? by GuestPoster684
how can I get a vaccination as an American living in Bandung?

Don't believe everything you hear. There are cases. Delta Variant is present, malls closed without proof of vaccine. Getting better perhaps. IDK..... My experience has been Chinese vaccines available, western, even though donated by US, not ... Read More


Hi. Take this for what it's worth, but the medical community (physicians, nurses, etc) widely reject the Sinovac and Sinofarm vaccines. I am a retired PhD (Psychologist) and have professional & personal relationships with some excellent, ... Read More


How to get security officer/manager's job in Indonesia? by rmpokharel
Dear Sir/Madam, I am professional and highly experienced former member of the Armed Forces/Private Sector, with 24 years’ experience. A confident, amiable and proficient team player, able to adapt to highly stressful situations and take ...

Ram, I'm former USAF Security Forces (Police) (Commissioned Officer). I am not currently looking for positions, but have repeatedly seen posts from Marriott for Security Manager on Indeed.com . Be aware, though, many employers do not want to use ... Read More


English-speaking Psychiatrist in Bali or Jakarta by nessapo1
Hi all,I am moving with my family in July ,and I am looking for a psychiatrist for my daughter. We'll be living in Bali, but I don't mind going to Jakarta if necessary. Thanks

Hi do you know for sure that you need a psychiatrist, as opposed to a psychologist or doctoral level counselor? David Read More