Prepare Your Stay

Planning your arrival in Indonesia's capital is simple when you know what to expect. This guide brings together the essentials, from entry requirements and customs allowances to visas and health advice, so you can arrive at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta ready to enjoy the city from day one.

General Information
A few practical details to help you settle in from the moment you arrive.

• Check-in: from 15:00 | Check-out: until 12:00
• Plug type: C and F (two round pins), 230V
• Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
• National language: Bahasa Indonesia
• Time zone: GMT+7

Arriving early or leaving late? Our team will gladly hold your luggage, or you can choose a room or suite that suits your schedule and let us know your arrival time in advance.

Traveller's Checklist: Before You Fly
Indonesia has moved its entry paperwork online, so a few minutes of preparation before departure will make your arrival much smoother.

All arriving international passengers, including Indonesian citizens, must complete the All Indonesia Arrival Card online. This single form combines your immigration, customs and health declarations. Submit it within three days before your arrival via the official portal at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id, then show the QR code you receive when you land. The form is free of charge, so there is no need to use third-party services that ask for a fee. Please note that the arrival card is a declaration, not a visa.

Customs
Knowing your duty-free allowances in advance helps you move through the airport quickly and avoid unexpected charges.

Each adult traveller may bring in, duty-free:

• 1 litre of alcoholic beverages
• 200 cigarettes, or 25 cigars, or 100 grams of tobacco
• A reasonable quantity of perfume for personal use

Personal cameras, video equipment, binoculars and sports equipment may be brought in temporarily, provided they leave the country with you. Please declare them on your arrival card.
The following items are prohibited:

• Firearms
• Narcotic drugs
• Pornographic materials

Foreign currencies and traveller's cheques may be carried in and out of Indonesia. Amounts of IDR 100 million or more (or the equivalent in foreign currency) must be declared to customs. For full details on customs and taxes, visit www.beacukai.go.id.

Visa Information
Your visa requirements depend on your nationality and length of stay. Here are the main options for visitors.

Visa exemption: Citizens of ASEAN member countries may enter Indonesia visa-free for short stays of up to 30 days.

Visa on Arrival (VoA): Citizens of around 97 countries, including Australia, Canada, most EU countries, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States, can obtain a 30-day Visa on Arrival for IDR 500,000. It can be extended once for another 30 days. To skip the queue at the airport, apply in advance for an electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) at evisa.imigrasi.go.id.

Visa in advance: Travellers who are not eligible for the options above, or who plan a longer stay, should apply for a visa through the Indonesian embassy or consulate in their home country before travelling. Contact details are available on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website: www.kemlu.go.id.

Health & Safety
A little preparation before you travel means you can relax and enjoy everything Jakarta has to offer.

Before you go: Visit your doctor and dentist before departure and make sure your routine vaccinations are up to date. Carry a copy of your health record and prescriptions. Keep any medication in its original packaging, clearly labelled with the name on your passport and your doctor's name, and bring enough for your trip plus a few extra days, up to a 30-day supply.

Please note that narcotics and psychotropic substances are strictly prohibited in Indonesia and carry severe penalties, including the death penalty.

Required vaccinations: Yellow fever is the only vaccine required by international regulations. Proof of vaccination is needed only if you are arriving from, or have recently visited, a yellow-fever zone in Africa or South America.

Recommended vaccinations:

• Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B: recommended for all travellers
• Typhoid: for travellers who may eat or drink outside major hotels and restaurants
• Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR): two doses for travellers born after 1956, if not previously given
• Tetanus-diphtheria: a booster every ten years
• Polio: a one-time adult booster if you completed only the childhood series
• Cholera: an oral vaccine is recommended, alongside good food and water hygiene
• Japanese encephalitis: for longer stays or significant time outdoors in rural areas
• Rabies: for travellers with a higher risk of contact with animals
• Malaria: There is no malaria risk in Jakarta. If you plan to visit malaria-risk areas elsewhere in Indonesia, consult your doctor about preventive medication before you travel.

Personal medical kit: We recommend packing a small kit with sunscreen and a hat, DEET-based insect repellent, an antiseptic, antihistamine, pain relief or anti-inflammatory tablets, throat lozenges, and basic first-aid items.

Good to know: Tap water in Jakarta, including at the hotel, is not safe to drink. Please use the complimentary bottled water provided in your room, or choose sealed beverages when you're out in the city. To reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses such as dengue, apply insect repellent every four hours when spending time outdoors.

We Look Forward to Welcoming You
With the practical details taken care of, all that is left is to look forward to your stay. Discover the story of Indonesia's first five-star hotel on our Our Hotel page, or explore our rooms and suites and book directly for our best available rate.

Disclaimer: All information is provided without obligation. While we aim to keep this page up to date, we cannot guarantee that all details are complete or current. Please check official government sources before you travel. We reserve the right to update this information at any time without prior notice.