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Indonesia General Information

Language:Bahasa Indonesia
Electricity:110/220V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:62
Driving:Driving is on the left. International Driving Permit required
Currency:Rupiah (IDR 1 = 100 Sen)
Business/Social Hints:Women should dress conventionally, revealing clothes should not be worn. Many executives speak either Dutch or English. Visitors should be perceptive to unfamiliar local customs. Care should be taken to respect Muslim, Hindu and other religious conventions. It is the convention to use the right and not the left hand when shaking hands and passing or receiving anything. Footwear should be removed before entering places of worship and temples, sometimes also private homes. It is impolite to point with the forefinger or sit with legs crossed. Men should not stand with hands on hips or in trouser pockets. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants and clubs, punctuality is appreciated. Dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated. The minimum drinking age is 21 years
Public Holidays:2010
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 14 Feb Chinese New Year, 26 Feb Mouloud (Birth of the Prophet), 16 Mar Nyepi (Hindu New Year), 2 Apr Good Friday, 28 Apr Waisak Day (Buddha`s Birthday), 13 May Ascension, 17 Aug Indonesian Independence Day, 9 Jul Lailat al Miraj (Ascension of the Prophet), 11 Sep Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan), 17 Nov Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice), 7 Dec Islamic New Year, 25 Dec -26 Dec Christmas Day/Boxing Day.

Note: Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar
Emergency Services:Police: 510110. Fire: 371309. Ambulance: 118 (Jakarta)
Clothing:Dress is normally casual and light clothing is advisable due to the hot and humid climate. Trousers or slacks and shirts are generally considered appropriate but a jacket and tie are required for formal occasions or when making official calls. For certain formal occasions long-sleeved batik shirts are acceptable. For travel to mountain areas, a light sweater or jacket is recommended. Halter tops and shorts are frowned upon in most places except around sports facilities or on the beach. Proper decorum should especially be observed when visiting places of worship