2023 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT)
The October 2023 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) is open to all U.S. Citizens who wish to apply to join the U.S. State Department as a Foreign Service Officer.
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Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia
The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BKMG) has warned various coastal communities to remain vigilant of 6-meter waves, high velocity winds, and other dangerous sea conditions in Indonesian waters on July 28.
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta
Rabies is active in many parts of the world, including Indonesia. There has been a recent cluster of rabies cases from dog bites in the province of East Nusa Tenggara (also known as “NTT”).
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Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General Surabaya
Event: U.S. Consulate General Surabaya has been informed of a large protest that will happen at the Consulate on Friday, 14 April 2023 projected to begin at 1pm. The protesting group has expressed clear anti-American sentiment in past protests and the scale of the protest could include hundreds of participants.
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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The Foreign Service Officer Test
U.S. Embassy Jakarta will host two separate in-person testing sessions on February 7 and February 11 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM. All interested candidates must register to take the FSOT at https://www.pearsonvue.com/fsot . Registration is open from December 19, 2022 to February 2, 2023. FSOT Eligibility Requirements To be eligible, the U.S. Department of State …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Federal Elections and Overseas Voting Message
Please read the following message for information on how and when U.S. citizens abroad may cast their votes in several upcoming federal office elections. All citizens are encouraged to visit the Federal Voter Assistance Program at www.FVAP.gov to understand the resources available for overseas U.S. citizen voters.
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Jakarta and Consulate Surabaya
June 13, 2022 Location: Countrywide Event: As of June 12, 2022, the CDC order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, the CDC will no longer require air …
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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: Registering to Vote
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
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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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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Message for U.S. Citizens – Don’t Let the Elections Pass You By
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ballot. Many states require …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Absentee Voting Week and Virtual Town Hall
Absentee Voting Week is September 27-October 4 Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In preparation for Absentee Voting Week, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta will be hosting a Virtual Town Hall for all U.S. citizens in Indonesia on September 24 at 4pm …
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Voting and Absentee Ballots for 2020 U.S. Elections
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in 2020 U.S. Elections
VOTING IN 2020 U.S. ELECTIONS Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials …
Read More»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, …
Read More»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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia (December 18, 2018) 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 …
Read More» 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, …
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens: Changes to the Main U.S. Embassy and American Citizen Services Phone Numbers
Changes below to the main U.S. Embassy and American Citizen Services phone numbers. Our street address and the public entrance for consular services remains the same. Embassy of the United States of America Jalan Medan Merdeka Selatan, No. 5 Jakarta 10110, Indonesia The Jakarta Embassy’s phone number for American Citizens Services has changed! Our new number …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Embassy Jakarta Consular Section Closed for Services October 5 to 9, 2018
From October 5 to 9, Embassy Jakarta’s Consular Section will be closed for routine U.S. citizen services. For emergencies, U.S. citizens should call the embassy at +62-21-3435-9000, then press “0” to speak to an operator. Further Assistance: U.S. Embassy Jakarta +62-21-3435-9055/9054; after-hours: +62-21-3435-9000 then press 0 JakartaACS@state.gov ; https://id.usembassy.gov/ U.S. Consulate General Surabaya +62-31-297-5300; after-hours: +62-81-133-4183 SurabayaACS@state.gov ; …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in U.S. Elections
The U.S. General Election will be held on November 6, 2018. Make your vote count! The Federal Voting Assistance Program provides absentee voting resources at www.FVAP.gov . Complete your ballot carefully, legibly, and as early as possible. Make sure to return it to local election officials in time to meet your state’s deadline. Overseas voters have …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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VOTING IN 2018 U.S. ELECTIONS
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Embassy and Consulate General Closed for Public Services on February 15 Election Day
The Indonesian government has declared a national holiday on Wednesday, February 15 to give Indonesian citizens the opportunity to vote in gubernatorial and other local elections in many areas of the country. Therefore, the Consular Sections at the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya as well as the Consular Agency …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: 2017 Overseas Voting Registration
Just voted in November? Still traveling or living overseas? You should register and request your absentee ballot to vote again in 2017 to ensure your election office knows where to send your ballot for any upcoming special elections for federal office. Some states are also holding gubernatorial or other statewide elections this year. The Federal Voting Assistance …
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Go Vote! Drop Off Your Absentee Ballot by October 18th
Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States. The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of polls on Tuesday, November 8. U.S. citizens who want to participate in …
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Voting Information: Postage-paid Ballot
Please drop off your completed, postage-paid ballot at the American Embassy anytime at the Visa Visitor Entrance of the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta. We will postmark ballots on the same day we receive them if received before 4 PM and mail them through the Diplomatic Pouch.
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Your Vote Counts!
In order to vote in the November 2016 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2016. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. You can …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Country Specific Information
The U.S. Department of State has updated the Country Specific Information for Indonesia, which may be found at: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/indonesia.html . Please note the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the Consulate General in Surabaya will be closed on May 5 and 6 for Indonesian holidays and on May 30 for the Memorial Day holiday. For additional travel …
Read More» Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Avoid Demonstrations and Taking Taxis in Jakarta
This emergency message is being issued to advise all U.S. citizens in Jakarta to avoid taking any taxi service or public transportation, and avoid the demonstration areas until the situation becomes clearer. The Embassy has received reports that several U.S. citizens have been forced to exit Blue Bird taxis after being confronted by taxi drivers …
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