Indonesia

Overview

The Balinese New Year (Nyepi) will take place on 29 March 2025. If you are intending to visit Bali during this time, be aware of the day of silence observed from 6am on 29 March to 6am on 30 March. Find out more about Balinese New Year.

There are more significant safety or security concerns than you would usually find in New Zealand. Indonesia has a higher threat of terrorism, and areas where tourists and foreigners visit, such as embassies, hotels, and bars, are possible targets.

Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Indonesia should be aware of are:

• Civil unrest.
• Earthquakes and other seismic activity.
• Crime.
• Traffic accidents, especially involving motorbikes and scooters.
• Safety incidents in travel by boat or air.

New Zealanders travelling or living in Indonesia should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place that includes provision for medical evacuation by air and coverage for high risk adventure activities.

See below for detailed travel advice.

Consular assistance for New Zealanders

Indonesia does not recognise dual nationality (over the age of 18). This may limit your access to New Zealand consular assistance. New Zealand consular assistance will be provided to those who entered Indonesia on a New Zealand passport and who do not hold Indonesia citizenship. Travellers should read our advice on dual citizenship. 

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