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Film CommissionsBali Film Center
Tel: 361 744 4246, 81 835 5544 (mobile) Fax: 361 286 425
E-mail: contact@balifilm.com
Website: www.balifilm.com
Director: Deborah Gabinetti
Introduction
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago. Stretching over 5,000km, there is very little visual background that cannot be provided for any action or era somewhere among Indonesia’s 18,110 islands. In this vast and geographically and culturally diverse country, scenes can be set amid literally one of a thousand temples, a trail of extinct and active volcanoes, among ancient and stunningly terraced rice fields, palatial ruins, colonial buildings, royal water gardens, deserted pink, gold and black sand beach islands, lush tropical rainforests packed with unique flora and fauna, tribal villages, ocean cliffs or stone cities. Combined with low production costs and BFC’s ability to get results with a pool of talented and creative people readily available to service the needs of serious film and television producers makes the country an attractive and economical location for filming. Large numbers of extras are available on short notice from 350 different ethnic groups, including people of Polynesian, Central Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, Papuan, Melanesian, Aboriginal, Portuguese and Dutch descent, with a large expatriate population from across the globe.Permits/visas
The following information is recommended for obtaining the necessary permits for filming in Indonesia. The required documents must be completed and submitted to your local Indonesian Embassy or Consulate. Once the paperwork is submitted, the Bali Film Center office is able to expedite the procedure for issuing the National and Local Provincial Film Permits within 14-21 days. All foreign producers wanting to shoot film/video (either dramatic, non-theatrical, documentary, advertisement or promotional) are required by law to obtain a shooting permit. An application for film/video production must include the following and submitted at least one month prior to shooting to a local Indonesia Embassy or Consulate:- a letter of request to film on production company letterhead; working title of film/video production; date and complete schedule of shooting; locations and objects to be included in the film/video; synopsis/scenario/script; list of crew and talent names, with passport copies (valid a minimum of six months) plus curriculum vitae for each; equipment list, including serial numbers, value and weight. An official government escort is required to accompany the crew during all filming. All related expenses including transportation, meals and accommodations are to be borne by the producer. It is the responsibility of the production company to have all permits and documentation with them at all times. Failure to do so could result in penalties. Crew members require a Visiting Journalist visa from an Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Consulate, or representative office and the passport must be valid for six months for entry into Indonesia. Talent (Film) visitors require a Limited Stay visa. For this the requirements are: an application letter and guarantee letter with complete identity of sponsor in Indonesia; curriculum vitae if applicant; photocopy passport with minimum expiry date of 18 months; two 4cm x 6cm colour photographs; recommendation letter from Department of Information and Telematika, Bali. For performers other than Film Artists, a recommendation letter from Department of Tourism, Bali; recommendation letter from Department of Labor, Bali; application letter sent by sponsor to Department of Immigration (Jakarta). Tax breaks/incentives
Although there are no official Government incentives, the situation is currently under discussion. Recent productions
Around the World in 80 Treasures (BBC, UK), Jeff Corwin Experience (Animal Planet, USA), Sync or Swim (Discovery Channel, USA), Hindi feature film (Kiss Kiss Ko, India), Worlds’ Most Extreme Homes (Travel & Living, USA), Globetrekker (Discovery Channel, USA), Route 44 (Fremantle Entertainment, Finland), Ticket to the Tribes (Eyeworks Production, Germany), Royal Brunei travelogue (Stellar Inflight, Australia), Something that Happened in Bali television series (Seoul Broadcasting System, Korea), Seconds to Disaster (Darlow-Smithson, UK/National Geographic), Anthony Bourdoin: No Reservations (Travel & Living, USA), Travelogues of Indonesia (GMM Films, Indonesia), A Taste of Asia (Noodle Box Productions, Malayasia), The Taste of the World (Pixcom, Canada), Rooted (Rooftop Productions, UK), Karma Trekkers (Resource Media, Canada), The Great Outdoors (Seven Channel, Australia), Pan Asia (United Television, India/Catalyst Entertainment, Canada), Walt Disney Weekend (Ark Pictures, Singapore/Disney Channel), Taboo (Beyond Productions, Australia/ National Geographic), Global Metal (Global Banger Productions, Canada), Murder or Mutiny: Whatever Happened to Salty Sam (Long Way Round Productions, UK), Austin Stevens: Snakemaster, Toute La Beaute du Monde (Marc Esposito), Almayer's Folly (LeBrocquy-Fraser Productions, Osama). | General Information Location: Asia
Local Time: Central (including Sulawesi & Nusa Tenggara): GMT +8
Eastern (including Maluku & Papua): GMT +9
Western (including Sumatra & Java): GMT +7
Capital City: Jakarta
Population: 228 million
Area: 1,919,440 square km, 741,096 square miles.
Language(s): Bahasa Indonesia
Dialling Code: 62
Emergency: Police: 510110. Fire: 371309. Ambulance: 118 (Jakarta)
Directory Enquiries:
TV Standard:
Driving: Driving is on the left. International Driving Permit required
Electricity: 110/220V AC 50Hz
Business & CurrencyCurrency: Rupiah (IDR 1 = 100 Sen)
Notes: IDR: 100, 500, 1,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000, 100,000
Coins: IDR: 25, 50, 100, 500
Credit Cards/Travellers Cheques: Credit cards and travellers cheques are accepted Opening Hours
Bank: 0800-1500 Mon-Fri
Office: 0800-1600 or 0900-1700 Mon-Fri
Shops: 1000-2100 Mon-Sun Public Holidays
2008
Jan 1 New Year's Day, Jan 10 Muharram (Islamic New Year), Feb 7 Chinese New Year, Mar* Nyepi (Hindu New Year), Mar 20 Mouloud (Birth of the Prophet), Mar 21 Good Friday, May* Waisak Day (Buddha's Birthday), May 1 Ascension, Aug 17 Indonesian Independence Day, Jul 30 Lailat al Miraj (Ascension of the Prophet), Oct 2 Eid-al-Fitr (End of Ramadan), Dec 9 Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice), Dec 25/26 Christmas Day/Boxing Day, Dec 29 Islamic New Year.
*Dates to be confirmed.
* Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar 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 Tipping: When there is no service charge, tips of around 5-10% are customary
| HealthCompulsory vaccinations: Yellow fever certificate if arriving from infected areas. Recommended immunisations: Diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B*, Japanese B encephalitis*, malaria, polio, TB*, tetanus, typhoid, rabies
* recommended in some circumstances, travellers making 3 or more visits per year, stays of more than 3 months in a rural area, high-risk occupational groups & backpackers staying more than 1 month. Risks: There is a malaria risk throughout Indonesia all year round but the risk is small in all large cities and the tourist resorts on the islands of Bali and Java. Travellers should be aware that the malaria risk is substantial in islands close to Bali and Java which may be visited on excursions e.g. Lombok and West Papua (previously Irian Jaya). Rabies. | AirportsDenpasar-Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS)
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International (CGK)
Passport & VisaThe following details relate to holders of adult normal passports (requirements for children may be different), if any other type of passport or travel document is held, entry requirements should be checked with the relevant embassy or consulate Restrictions: 1) Passports issued to nationals of Israel are not recognised. A special permit issued by the Immigration Office in Indonesia is required
2) Passengers, regardless of nationality, who wish to travel to Irian Jaya & Aceh must obtain a special permit, please contact nearest Consulate for details PassportsRequired by all Passport Validity: Passports must be valid 6 months from date of entry Passport Notes: VisasThe following DO NOT require a visa:
1) Nationals of Indonesia holding a valid passport issued by the Republic of Indonesia
2) For tourist visits up to 30 days (not extendable), provided holding onward/return tickets & entry/exit from certain airports & seaports (full list obtainable from Indonesian Embassy), by nationals of: Brunei Darussalam, Chile, Hong Kong (S.A.R. passport holders), Macao (S.A.R. passport holders), Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam
Notes: On arrival a short stay 7 day visa USD 10 or 30 day visa USD 25 can be obtained by those mentioned below provided passports contain at least one unused visa page for the visa-on-arrival sticker (covering entire passport page)
1) Nationals of United Kingdom
2)Nationals of Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Canada, China, Cyprus, Czech Rep, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Ireland Rep, Italy, Japan, Korea (Rep), Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Libya, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg Maldives, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Panama, Poland Fed, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United States Air TransitRequired by all except:
1) Persons continuing their journey to a third country within 8 hours by the same or first aircraft without leaving the airport, provided holding confirmed tickets & documentation for their next destination | ClimateThere are many local differences in climate within Indonesia mainly due to the islands exposure to two main seasonal wind systems. The east monsoon from June to September brings dry weather while the west monsoon from December to March brings rain. Temperatures are high throughout the year with little change from month to month. Heaviest rainfalls are recorded in December to March. Humidity is between 60% and 95% and can often be oppressive ClothingDress 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 Charts for Jakarta | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | | Max Temp (C) | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 | | Min Temp (C) | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | | Humidity am (%) | 95 | 95 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 93 | 92 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 92 | 92 | | Humidity pm (%) | 75 | 75 | 73 | 71 | 69 | 67 | 64 | 61 | 62 | 64 | 68 | 71 | | Rainfall (mm) | 300 | 300 | 211 | 147 | 114 | 97 | 64 | 43 | 66 | 112 | 142 | 203 |
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RepresentativeEmbassy
Embassy of Indonesia
38 Grosvenor Square
London, W1K 2HW
tel: +44 20 7499 7661
fax: +44 20 7491 4993
e-mail: consular@indonesian-embassy.org.uk
website: www.indonesianembassy.org.uk
hours: 1000-1300 (Mon-Fri) lodging, 1430-1600 (Mon-Fri) collection |
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