🌍 Survival Tips for Expats in Indonesia During Prolonged Unrest

With protests and political tensions ongoing, it’s important to stay prepared if the situation continues for weeks or even months. Here are some survival tips for expats to stay safe and comfortable:

✅ Stay Informed, Stay Smart
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Follow trusted news sources and embassy alerts.
Use community apps like ExpatsBuddy or local WhatsApp groups for real-time info.

✅ Plan Your Routes & Travel
Avoid protest hotspots, government buildings, and big public squares.
Keep alternative routes mapped out if roads are blocked.
Limit non-essential travel after dark.

✅ Stock Up Wisely
Keep a supply of essentials: drinking water, non-perishable food, medicines, and cash (ATMs may not always be reliable).
Don’t hoard excessively—just enough for 1–2 weeks at a time.

✅ Secure Your Home
Make sure doors and windows lock properly.
Keep emergency numbers handy (local police, embassy, hospital, landlord).

✅ Digital Safety
Expect social media restrictions or internet slowdowns. Have a VPN installed.
Keep power banks charged in case of electricity cuts.

✅ Community Connection
Stay connected with neighbors and fellow expats—look out for each other.
Share verified updates, not rumors, to avoid panic.

👉 Bottom Line: Stay calm, be prepared, and avoid unnecessary risks. Indonesia has gone through unrest before, and expat communities who stick together usually navigate it more smoothly.