Indonesia Travel Advisory — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased caution in Indonesia due to risk of natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism.

Exercise increased caution

in Indonesia due to risk of natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Unrest

Demonstrations occur frequently in Indonesia, and they are a normal part of the political landscape, but the type, size, and impact vary significantly, and some demonstrations can turn violent. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. 

Natural disasters

Indonesia regularly experiences natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. These may result in disruptions to transportation, infrastructure, sanitation, and health services. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Indonesia.

Terrorism

There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Indonesia. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.

Terrorists may attack with little or no warning.
Terrorists target police stations, places of worship, hotels, bars, nightclubs, markets, shopping malls, and restaurants.

Do not travel to the provinces of Central Papua, or “Papua Tengah,” and Highland Papua, or “Papua Pegunungan,” due to civil unrest.

This is a summary of public U.S. government information, refreshed daily. Conditions can change rapidly — always confirm the current advisory at travel.state.gov and review your destination's U.S. Embassy guidance before traveling. 50PlusHub is not affiliated with the U.S. government.