Security Alert – Nyepi Holiday in Bali

Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event: On Wednesday 23 March all U.S. government offices in Indonesia will be closed in observance of the national Nyepi (Silent Day) holiday. This includes the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and U.S. Consulate in Surabaya. Please Note: The U.S. Consular Agency in Bali will be closed from 12pm Tuesday 22 March due …

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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia Location: Papua Highlands and Central Papua Event:  On February 7th, 2023, a New Zealand pilot was taken hostage by an armed group in Paro, Papua Highlands. The threat of further violence and civil unrest cannot be ruled out. The Government of Indonesia recently divided the provinces of Papua and West …

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Weather Alert – U. S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia

Weather Alert – U. S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia (09 February 2023) Location: Mount Karangetang, Siau Island,  Sitaro Islands Regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia Event: Volcanic lava flow and increased seismic activity from the active volcano Mount Karangetang. Indonesian authorities have increased the alert level in this area to level 3 on a four-point warning scale with …

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Alert: Worldwide Caution

Worldwide Cautions provide U.S. citizens with general information regarding terrorist activities, political violence, and criminal activity that occur abroad, as well as specific recommendations on how to prepare for possible contingencies, receive information on breaking security events and ensure that travelers can be contacted in an emergency. 

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Message for U.S. Citizens: July 4th Voting Message

Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote inthe 2022 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2022 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2022.  Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you …

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Medical and Mental Health Resources in Indonesia

As the government of Indonesia continues to gradually open its borders and airports and invite more foreign tourism, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Indonesia also welcome back American tourists and other visitors to the many wonderful destinations in Indonesia. We remind all traveling U.S. citizens to check our  COVID-19 website  to stay informed of travel regulations …

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Election Information for Absentee Ballot Voters

The following states have elections for federal office: January 2022: January 11: Florida Special General Election in U.S. Congressional District 20 February 2022: No federal elections scheduled March 2022: March 1: Texas Primary Election* March 8: North Carolina State Primary *Subject to change April 2022: No federal Elections scheduled May 2022: May 3: Ohio State …

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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (December 23, 2021)  Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event:  The Indonesian National Police will visibly increase their presence at tourist sites, churches, malls, etc. – as they do each December.  The Embassy advises heightened personal security awareness and particularly in public areas frequented by foreigners during this period. Actions to Take: …

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Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia 14 December 2021 Location: South Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi, East Nusa Tenggara, West Nusa Tenggara, Maluku islands, Indonesia Event: A Tsunami Warning has been issued by Indonesian authorities, following earthquake centered in the Flores Sea region of Indonesia Actions to Take: Avoid coastal areas and roads in South …

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Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia 04 December 2021 Location: Mount Semeru, Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, near Malang and Lumajang City, East Java, Indonesia Event: Volcanic eruption of Mount Semeru. Expect continued ash fall in surrounding areas. There have been reports of road and bridge closures between the cities of Malang and …

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Alert: COVID-19 Update 2021 Indonesian Travel Restrictions

Location: Indonesia — Countrywide Event: Alert: COVID-19 Update 2021 Indonesian Travel Restrictions, U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (29 November 2021) The Government of Indonesia has announced new travel restrictions in response to the discovery of the new “Omicron” variant of COVID-19: Foreign nationals will not be allowed entry to Indonesia if they have had any transit …

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Alert: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) New Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. due to COVID-19

Location:  Indonesia Event: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) New Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. due to COVID-19 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a new Order for all air passengers traveling to the United States. Effective November 8, 2021, all non-immigrant, non-citizen air travelers to the …

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Alert: Government Announces New Travel Restrictions

Location:  Indonesia   Event: Government Announces New Travel Restrictions  Effective September 19, 2021, the Government of Indonesia (GOI) introduced new travel requirements and COVID-19 testing procedures which will affect all travelers arriving to or traveling within Indonesia:   All travelers must use the PeduliLindungi application as a condition of entry to Indonesia,  All travelers must submit the International e-Hac through the PeduliLindungi application or manually at their departure airport,  …

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Alert: COVID-19 Travel Update U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  Travel to and within Indonesia is highly discouraged at this time. The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our COVID Information Page. Effective July 22, 2021, the Government …

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Alert: COVID-19 Travel Update U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page .  Effective July 9, 2021, the Government of Indonesia (GOI) updated travel requirements for all foreign nationals to, from, or within …

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Alert: COVID-19 Travel Update U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page .  Effective July 6, 2021 and until further notice, the Government of Indonesia (GOI) has notified that it …

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Alert: COVID-19 Travel Update U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page . Effective July 3, 2021, the Government of Indonesia will further limit public activities (PPKM) from …

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Alert: COVID-19 Travel Update U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page .  Effective June 22, 2021, the Government of Indonesia will further limit public activities (PPKM) from June …

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Alert: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports

Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this exception …

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Alert: COVID-19 Travel Update U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia — Countrywide Event:  Alert: COVID-19 Update 2021 Indonesian Travel Restrictions May 6-17, U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (19 April, 2021) The Government of Indonesia has announced it will restrict all forms of domestic travel in Indonesia during the period of May 6 – 17 in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, as per the …

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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event: The U.S. Embassy encourages American citizens in Indonesia to maintain increased security awareness.  Indonesian authorities warn that the terrorism threat level remains high.  A suicide bomber attacked a church in Makassar, Sulawesi on March 28, and an assailant with an Airsoft gun attacked the Indonesian National Police (INP) headquarters in South Jakarta on …

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Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs

Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs (January 15, 2021)          Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older …

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Alert: COVID-19 Update 2020 Holiday Travel Information U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert: COVID-19 Update 2020 Holiday Travel Information U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, December 30, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page .  Effective …

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Alert: COVID-19 Update 2020 Holiday Travel Information – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert: COVID-19 Update 2020 Holiday Travel Information U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, December 25, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page .  Effective December …

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Alert: COVID-19 Update 2020 Holiday Travel Information – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert: COVID-19 Update 2020 Holiday Travel Information U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, December 23, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event: The U.S. Embassy Jakarta continues to monitor the rapidly changing conditions due to COVID-19 in Indonesia and in other locations worldwide.  The most current information regarding the impact of COVID-19 may be found at our  COVID Information Page . Effective December …

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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (December 15, 2020) Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event: During the December holiday season each year, Indonesian National Police will visibly increase their presence at popular public gathering places such as tourist sites, churches, malls, etc. The Embassy advises heightened personal security awareness and particularly in public areas frequented by …

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Security Alert – Demonstrations in Indonesia, U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Indonesia Event:  In recent days, demonstrators from labor unions and other groups have protested the recent passage of an omnibus bill on job creation. Further demonstrations are expected in central Jakarta as well as in Medan. Although we are not aware of further scheduled protests in Surabaya and Denpasar at this time, protests can and do …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, September 14, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of September 14, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 218,382 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Jakarta reintroduced Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on September 14, 2020.  U.S. citizens …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, August 10, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of August 10, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 127,083 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Travel Advisory: Updated Travel Advisory – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Travel Advisory: Updated Travel Advisory – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, August 8, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  On August 7, 2020, the Department of State updated its global Travel Advisory guidance.  Indonesia remains at Level 4: Do Not Travel.  Please go to www.travel.state.gov for further details. Actions to Take: Check with your airline regarding any updated information about …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, August 3, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of August 3, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 111.455 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, July 27, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of July 27, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 98,778 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert  – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, July 23, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of July 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of State has lifted the ordered departure of employee family members under the age of 21 from Embassy Jakarta, the U.S. Mission to ASEAN, Consulate General Surabaya and Consulate Medan and some employee family members may …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, July 21, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of July 21, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 88,214 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, July 13, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of July 13, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 75,699 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, July 6, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of July 6, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 63,749 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Alert: Temporary Embassy Closure, U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert:  Temporary Embassy closure, U.S. Embassy Jakarta, June 30, 2020 Event: Due to unforeseen circumstances, U.S. Embassy Jakarta has temporarily suspended public services because of ongoing maintenance.  U.S. citizens who had scheduled appointments for passport or citizenship services from June 30 through July 2 may reschedule through our  website  for a later date.  If you have …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, June 29, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of June 29, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 54,010 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  While …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, June 22, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of June 22, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 45,891 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, June 15, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of June 15, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 38,277 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in many areas of the country.  …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, June 1, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of June 1, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 26,473 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in effect in Jakarta and other …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 25, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 25, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 22,271 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in effect in Jakarta and other …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 18, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 18, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 17,514 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in effect in Jakarta and other …

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Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Weekly Update) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 11, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 11, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 14,032 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Large-Scale Social Movement Restrictions (PSBB) and other measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 remain in effect in Jakarta and other areas of the country.  U.S. citizens …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #51) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #50) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 8, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 8, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 13,112 cases of COVID-19 in the country. On April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced the suspension of domestic air travel (charter and commercial) in and out of regions covered by Large-Scale Social …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #50) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #50) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 7, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 7, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 12,776 cases of COVID-19 in the country. On April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced the suspension of domestic air travel (charter and commercial) in and out …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #49) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #49) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 6, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 6, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 12,438 cases of COVID-19 in the country. On April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced the suspension of domestic air travel (charter and commercial) in and out …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #48) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #48) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 5, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 5, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 12,071 cases of COVID-19 in the country. On April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced the suspension of domestic air travel (charter and commercial) in and out …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #47) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #47) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 4, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 4, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 11,587 cases of COVID-19 in the country. On April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced the suspension of domestic air travel (charter and commercial) in and out …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #46) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 3, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #46) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of May 3, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 11,192 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the Government of …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #45) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #45) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 2, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 2, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 10,843 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #44) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #44) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 1, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of May 1, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 10,551 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced the suspension …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #43) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Health Alert (COVID-19 Update #43) – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 30, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  As of April 30, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 10,118 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #42) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 29, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #42) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 29, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 9,771 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #41) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 28, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #41) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 28, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 9,511 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #40) U.S. Embassy Jakarta,

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 27, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #40) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 27, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 9,096 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #39) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #39) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 26, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 8,882 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the Government …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #38) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #38) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 25, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 8,607 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the Government …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #37) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #37) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 24, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 7,775 cases of COVID-19 in the country. In order to limit population movements during the month of Ramadan (mudik), on April 23, 2020, the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #36) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 23, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #36) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 23, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 7,775 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #35) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 22, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #35) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 22, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 7,135 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #34) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 21, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #34) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 21, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 7,135 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #33) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 20, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #33) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 20, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 6,760 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #32) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 19, 2020  Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #32) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 19, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 6,575 cases of COVID-19 in the country.  Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United States …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #31) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 18, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #31) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 18, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 6,248 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #30) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 17, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #30) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 17, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 5,923 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #29) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 16, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #29) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 16, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 5,516 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #28) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 15, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #28) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 15, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 5,136 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #27) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 14, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #27) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 14, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 4,839 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #26) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 13, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #26) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 13, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 4,557 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #25) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 12, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert:  (COVID-19 Update #25) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 12, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 4,241 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #24) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 11, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #24) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 9, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 3,512 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #23) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 10, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #23) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 9, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 3,293 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #22) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 9, 2020   Location:  Indonesia  Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #22) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia  As of April 9, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 3,293 cases of COVID-19 in the country.   Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United States while …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #21) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 8, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #21) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 8, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 2,956 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Alert: Limited Passport Services, U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 8, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Alert: Limited Passport Services, U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia Current Status of Passport Services Because of public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effective March 20, 2020, the U.S Department of State began limiting its passport operations.  Effective April 2, we have further …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #20) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 7, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #20) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 7, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 2,491 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly advise U.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the …

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Alert: Information on the Economic Impact Payment, U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 7, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Alert: Information on the Economic Impact Payment, U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia Coronavirus Tax Relief: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is taking steps to help American taxpayers during the global COVID-19 pandemic.  Please visit the  IRS website  to learn more about coronavirus tax relief, the extension of the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #19) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 6, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #19) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 6, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 2,491 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , we strongly adviseU.S. citizens in Indonesia to arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #18) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 5, 2020  Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #18) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 5, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 2,273 cases of COVID-19 in the country.  Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #17) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 4, 2020  Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #17) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 4, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 2,092 cases of COVID-19 in the country.  Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #16) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 3, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #16) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia International commercial flight options currently exist in Indonesia.  U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #15) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 3, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #15) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 3, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1,986 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United States, …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #14) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 2, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #14) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 2, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1,790 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United States, …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #13) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, April 1, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #13) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of April 1, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1,528 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #12) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, March 31, 2020 Location: Indonesia Event: Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #12) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of March 31, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1,414 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the Global Level 4 Health Advisory, U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #11) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, March 30, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #11) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of March 30, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1285 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the  Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #10) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, March 29, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #10) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of March 29, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1155 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #9) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, March28, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #9) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of March 28, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 1155 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the United …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #8) U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, March 27, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #8) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia As of March 27, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health has confirmed 893 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Under the Global Level 4 Health Advisory , U.S. citizens currently in Indonesia should arrange for immediate return to the …

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Alert: U.S. Embassy Employees’ Family Members Under 21 Years Are Ordered to Depart Indonesia

Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, March 26, 2020 Location:  Indonesia Event:  Ordered Departure of Certain Dependents from Embassy Jakarta, the U.S. Mission to ASEAN, Consulate General Surabaya and Consulate Medan. On March 25, the U.S. Department of State ordered the departure of Embassy employees’ family members under the age of 21 from Embassy Jakarta, …

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Health Alert – (COVID-19 Update #7) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Location:  Indonesia Event:  The government of Indonesia confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Indonesia, including in Jakarta and Bali.  Visitors can expect that local governments may begin to close public places and schools; cancel large gatherings; and limit mass transport.  Visit the Indonesian government COVID-19 website for updated information. We understand that Indonesia’s health system has limited capacity …

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Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel

The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.  In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.  …

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Health Alert – COVID-19 Update #6 U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Location:  Indonesia Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout Indonesia. The government of Indonesia has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.  Travel restrictions could be put into effect with little or no advance notice.  Visit Indonesian Immigration’s website for additional information about current travel restrictions and quarantine measures. The …

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Health Alert: (COVID-19 Update #5) U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Location:  Indonesia Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Indonesia.  On March 11, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health announced the first death of a person confirmed to be infected with COVID-19.  COVID-19 cases have been identified in Jakarta and Bali. The Indonesian Ministry of Health has set up a COVID-19 information hotline at +62 21-5210411 or +62 82 …

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Health Alert: COVID-19 Update #4

Location:  Indonesia Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China. On March 2, 2020, the Indonesian Ministry of Health announced two (2) confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the greater Jakarta area. The Indonesian Ministry of Health has set up an information hotline regarding the potential for COVID-19 in Indonesia.  …

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Health Alert:  COVID-19 Update #3

Health Alert:  COVID-19 Update #3 (March 04, 2020) Location:  Indonesia Event: On March 2, 2020, the Government of Indonesia announced two confirmed cases of novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the country.  U.S. citizens should read the Centers for Disease Control’s and Prevention guidelines for the prevention of COVID-19. Actions to Take: Read the  Centers for Disease …

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Health Alert: Coronavirus Outbreak in China – Travel Restrictions

Location: Indonesia Event: Coronavirus Outbreak in China – Travel Restrictions The United States has imposed travel restrictions and quarantines on individuals traveling from China. U.S. citizens who have visited China’s Hubei Province within 14 days before reentry to the United States will face a mandatory quarantine, while citizens returning from other parts of mainland China …

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Health Alert: Coronavirus Outbreak in China

Location:  Indonesia Event:  Coronavirus Outbreak in China The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring the outbreak of a novel (new) coronavirus in China and associated cases in other countries.  U.S. citizens are urged to regularly check the CDC webpage for accurate and up-to-date information about the outbreak. Actions to Take: …

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Security Alert: Heightened Middle East Tensions

Location:  Indonesia, country-wide Event:  Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile Be aware of your surroundings Stay …

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Security Alert: Holiday Season

Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event: During the holiday season, the Indonesian National Police will visibly increase their presence at tourist sites, churches, malls, and other public gathering places. The Embassy advises heightened personal security awareness, particularly in public areas frequented by foreigners during this period. Actions to Take: Exercise additional vigilance especially in crowded streets, shopping  …

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Alert: Additional Security for Presidential Inauguration

Location:  Indonesia, country-wide Event:  On October 20, 2019, the Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) will inaugurate President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and Vice President-elect Ma’ruf Amin at the national legislative complex in Senayan. Indonesian Police have announced that additional security personnel will secure inauguration-related sites and other locations in greater Jakarta.  Areas near the inauguration ceremony …

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Demonstration Alert: Protests Continue

Demonstration Alert:  U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia – Protests Continue Location:  Nationwide Since September 24, political demonstrations have occurred in various cities Indonesia-wide.  These demonstrations, which can take place with little or no notice, are likely to continue.  Most of the protests have been organized outside of government buildings, but some have spilled over into residential, …

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Security Alert: Possibility of Demonstrations

Location:  Nationwide On September 24, thousands of demonstrators gathered in Jakarta to protest recent legislation and some Indonesian government policies. The demonstrations were largely peaceful but caused some damage to property and significant disruptions to rush-hour traffic. Indonesian police used non-lethal force in confrontations with protesters. Demonstrations also took place yesterday in Medan and Palembang, …

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Security Alert: Travel Advisory for Papua Province

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, August 30, 2019 Location:  Papua Province, Indonesia Over the last several days, demonstrations in Papua province have resulted in damage to personal property and government buildings, injuries, and reported deaths.  Internet access has been restricted.  U.S. citizens in these provinces should avoid demonstrations and exercise caution when moving within …

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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 22, 2019 – Demonstrations

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 22, 2019 – Demonstrations Demonstrations related to the announcement of election results that began on May 21 have continued overnight and as of 0600 this morning remain ongoing. At multiple sites in central Jakarta, specifically near Tanah Abang and Jl. Wahid Hasyim in Menteng, clashes are taking place between …

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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia, May 17, 2019

Location:  Indonesia, country-wide Event:  On May 22, 2019, the General Election Commission (KPU) is expected to announce the official results of the Indonesian presidential and parliamentary elections.  Indonesian police officials have publicly cited a heightened risk of terrorism in connection with the finalization of election results, and media has reported recent arrests of Indonesians on …

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Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (April 10, 2019) – General Elections

Location:  Indonesia Event: On April 17, 2019, Indonesia will hold nationwide general elections, including for the presidency and regional and national legislatures.  Political rallies and other campaign events may increase in size and frequency.  In general, political gatherings are announced in advance but actual crowd sizes are difficult to predict.  Large rallies may lead to …

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Health Alert:  U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (March 6, 2019)

Location:  Papua Province, Indonesia Event:  On February 28, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 Travel Notice – Practice increased precautions due to a polio outbreak in Papua Province, Indonesia. This outbreak is caused by vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDPV), a sign of low oral polio vaccine coverage in the country. World Health …

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Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Jakarta – Tsunami on the West Coast of Banten and Lampung

Subject: Message to U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Embassy Jakarta – Tsunami on the West Coast of Banten and Lampung Location:  Banten, West Java and Lampung, Sumatra, Indonesia Event:  A tsunami hit coastal areas around the Sunda Strait on 22 December 2018, affecting the Pandeglang, South Lampung, and Serang districts (including the resort area of Anyer). The …

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Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Jakarta – Guidance for Travel to Disaster Affected Regions

Subject: Message to U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Embassy Jakarta – Guidance for travel to disaster affected regions, October 18, 2018 Location:  Indonesia Event:  U.S citizens traveling in Indonesia are advised to exercise increased caution in areas that have recently experienced natural disasters.  Natural disasters, such as the earthquake and tsunami in Central Sulawesi on September 28, …

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Security Alert – Security Threat at Airlangga University in Surabaya, Indonesia

Location:  Surabaya, Indonesia Event:  There are media reports indicating the potential for terrorist attacks in Surabaya and other areas of Indonesia, including the potential targeting of Western interests at Airlangga University on August 23, 2018.  Out of an abundance of caution the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya is closing its American Corner at Airlangga University on …

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Natural Disaster Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta

Location:  Lombok and Gili Islands, Indonesia Event:  Following the magnitude 6.9 earthquake on August 5, 2018, the areas around Lombok and the Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air) continue to experience aftershocks and tremors. Actions to Take: Reconsider your travel plans to the Gili Islands and review your travel plans to Lombok.  …

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Natural Disaster Alert – U.S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia

Location: Bali, Indonesia. Event: Mt. Agung, an active volcano in East Bali, is currently emitting ash.  As of June 29, the ash cloud has closed the Bali airport until 07:00 p.m. local time.  The airport on the neighboring island of Lombok is currently open, and the port in Gilimanuk in West Bali serving ferries to …

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Demonstration Alert – Demonstrations on Friday, June 8, 2018

Event: Indonesian police informed the Embassy that there will be a demonstration today, starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Horse Statue, Presidential Palace, and across from the main Embassy compound. Hundreds of additional police will position themselves around National Monument Square (MONAS) and increased traffic congestion and delays are likely. Actions to take: Keep a …

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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia (June 7, 2018)  Location:  The announced gathering point is the U.S. Consulate General Surabaya; Jalan Citra Raya, No. 2 Event:  Members from the group KUMAIL (Komite Umat Islam Anti-Amerika-Israel) have scheduled demonstrations on Friday, June 8, 2018, from approximately 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Actions to Take: …

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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia

Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following locations in Surabaya: U.S. Consulate General Surabaya; Jalan Citra Raya, No. 2 Disnakertransduk Jatim (East Java Office of Labor and Transmigration); Jalan Dukuk Menanggal, No. 124-126 East Java Governor’s Office; Jalan Pahlawan, No. 110 Event: Members of various labor organizations have scheduled demonstrations …

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Security Alert : U. S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia

Location: Indonesia, Countrywide Event: Crime and traffic accidents tend to increase during the month of Ramadan and the Idul Fitri holiday period. During this time, Police will increase their presence at popular gathering places such as tourist sites, transportation hubs, malls, etc. Recent attacks against churches and police remind us that terrorists may strike with …

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Security Alert: Ongoing Security Threat

Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event:  Indonesian police operations against terrorists are ongoing.  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on conducting attacks in Surabaya and other areas of Indonesia.  Terrorists may target police stations, places of worship, tourist locations, transportation hubs and other public venues. Actions to Take: Seek secure shelter. Review your personal …

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Security Alert: Explosions in Surabaya, Indonesia

Security Alert: Explosions in Surabaya, Indonesia (May 13, 2018) Location:  Indonesian police are responding to at least three bomb explosions at the following churches in Surabaya: Gereja Santa Maria (GKSM) Tak Bercela di Ngagel, Gubeng; Gereja Kristin Indonesia (GKI), Jalan Raya Diponegoro; Gereja Pantekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS), Jalan Raya Arjuna.  There are reports of casualties.  …

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Demonstration Alert: Demonstrations on Friday, May 11, 2018

Event: Various organizations have scheduled demonstrations on Friday, May 11, 2018, starting at about 4:00 a.m. near the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta (Jalan Medan Merdeka Selatan) and starting at 1:00 p.m. near the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya (Jalan Citra Raya Niaga). The upcoming relocation of the U.S. Embassy in Israel on May 14 may …

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Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: Uptick in Criminal Activity in South Jakarta

Police and media reports indicate a recent increase in criminal incidents in the Kemang and Jalan Sudirman areas of Jakarta. Violent assaults against or among patrons at bars and clubs along Jalan Kemang Raya have been reported, in some cases perpetrated by groups of males on motorcycles. Individual women walking alone have also reported instances …

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