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Yes, a visa is required for Indonesia.
The correct type of visa to take part in our programmes is the B-211 visa. It is granted for 60 days and can be extended up to two times while you are in Bali. Each extension allows an additional 60 days. It can cost between $100 and $250.
On site, your project coordinators will help you if you need to extend your stay, but please let them know at least 3 weeks in advance.
YourB-211 visa can be extended two times while you are in Bali. Each extension allows 60 additional days.
You should notify the project coordinators on site at least 3 weeks in advance that you wish to extend your visa, and they will be happy to help you.
No vaccinations are compulsory, but some are recommended: make sure you are up to date with your usual vaccinations as well as those for all the geographical areas you will be visiting.
We advise you to check with your doctor before you leave to make sure you have been vaccinated.
Vaccinations against diphtheria, tetanus and polio (DTP) are strongly recommended.
The tuberculosis vaccine is also recommended
Other recommended vaccinations: depending on local travel conditions, vaccinations against typhoid fever and viral hepatitis A and B may be recommended.
Vaccination against rabies can also be offered in certain cases, depending on the conditions and location of the stay.
For more details, please visit the Pasteur Institute.
It is recommended to bring any medication you may need for the duration of your stay.
It is also advisable to consult your doctor before your trip for advice on the medicines you should take with you, particularly if you have any special health conditions or are taking prescription drugs.
It is also advisable to keep your medicines in their original packaging, with the label bearing your name and dosage instructions, to avoid any problems during airport or border security checks.
We recommend that you bring a small basic first-aid kit with commonly used medicines, such as painkillers, antipyretics (fever reducers), stomach remedies, antihistamines, plasters, disinfectants and mosquito repellents.
It’s still important to check the requirements for specific medications before your trip, particularly if there are any restrictions or regulations on certain medicines you may be taking.
Yes, Indonesia is a country where there are a certain number of mosquitoes! We recommend that you take mosquito repellent and after-bite cream with you.
There is no risk of malaria on the island of Bali and in the city of Jakarta, and specific preventive measures, such as taking anti-malarial medication, are generally not necessary in the area of our projects.
However, it is always important to consult a professional for personalised advice depending on your situation and the length of your stay.
More information on the website of thePasteur Institute or at the France Diplomatie.
We require a sufficiently high level for assignments, internships and training courses. This is absolutely necessary in order to understand the instructions and directions given on site by your coordinators.
You will also be in contact with people of other English-speaking nationalities, making English essential for communication and exchange with them.
The official language of Indonesia is Indonesian, also known as Bahasa Indonesia.
However, it is important to note that Indonesia is a multicultural and multilingual country. There are over 700 regional and local languages spoken across the Indonesian archipelago.
English is also widely spoken, especially in tourist areas.
The national currency of Indonesia is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).
Compared to the euro, 1€ corresponds to about 15 000 IDR.
International bank cards such as Visa or Mastercard are generally accepted in many places.
However, it is always advisable to also have a little cash for small shops, local markets and smaller establishments that may not accept credit cards.
It is advisable to avoid carrying large sums of cash. ATMs are easily accessible, allowing you to withdraw cash in Indonesian rupees as and when you need it.
Be sure to check the charges for withdrawing money and making payments abroad with your bank before you travel.
The national currency is the Indonesian rupiah. Compared with the euro, €1 is worth around 15,000 IDR. There are exchange offices on site where you can change your euros. Don’t forget to compare the exchange rates between the different bureaux!
Although prices fluctuate according to the political and economic situation, living costs are generally lower than in Western countries. But beware of sudden price rises during the high seasons!
On average, a good meal will cost you less than €5, and getting around a city will cost less than €1.
Wifi is available on our projects in Indonesia.
We advise you to buy a local SIM card with internet when you arrive at the airport.
There is also a 5-6 hour time difference with France, depending on whether you choose summer or winter time!
It is generally not advisable to drink tap water in Indonesia. Tap water is not considered safe for direct consumption due to the potential risks of bacterial contamination.
To avoid water-related health problems, we recommend drinking sealed bottled water, filtered water, or using the filtered water fountains available on certain projects.
Indonesia has a tropical climate characterised by warm temperatures throughout the year and abundant rainfall.
Yes, you need to buy an adapter to plug in your appliances.
The electrical sockets used in Indonesia have type C (two round pin sockets) and type F (two round pin earthed sockets) pins.
The electrical system in Indonesia operates at a voltage of 220-230 volts and a frequency of 50 Hz.
Laundry options vary from one project to another and are generally indicated in the guide provided by each project.
Some projects offer an included laundry service, while others use an external service for a small fee.
In any case, there are ways to wash your clothes during your stay.
Whenever you enter a temple for a ceremony or a tourist attraction, you must wear a long-sleeved shirt or t-shirt, covering the shoulders, as well as trousers or, preferably, a sarong that covers the knees.
Women and men have different requirements. Please note that if you commit to a project involving children or the local community, you should wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees.
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