Also, from what I remember once when I chose jetstar out of Sin, the taxes and fees were much higher for this airline than other low cost airlines. it may have been at certain times but it was much higher than the competition.
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Also, from what I remember once when I chose jetstar out of Sin, the taxes and fees were much higher for this airline than other low cost airlines. it may have been at certain times but it was much higher than the competition.
I recently read about a new two month visa, but am unsure if you can request it at the airport or not.
I have a 5 week stay at the end of this year, and really don't want to have to do a SIN run or anything to stay the extra few days.
I'm looking for quick and easy, of course, and hopefully without being banned coming into the country the next time. :)
[QUOTE=Jaimito Cartero]Air Asia also runs sales quite often, so you might want to sign up for email alerts and the like from them. I flew BKK-PNH when the route was new for $50 or $60 which was 1/3 the going price at the time. They have a bit of the Southwest effect, drastically lowering fares when they enter the market.[/QUOTE]Mid April they had a zero fare sale. Too many destinations on offer up to May 2011. Ok they only offer a few seats on every flight but I only need one right? You have to be quick though because their site was so busy.
They advised me by e-mail about a week in advance so I had plenty of time to make my plans.
I booked a dozen legs paying only airport taxes where necessary. Later on I will have to book my seats,meals and baggage. Eg Out of Jakarta to Singapore I paid nothing for my booking since I will have to pay airport tax in cash there.
All the best and have fun.
Meu dois centavos amigo.
JC, if you don't get the answers you are looking for, let me know. I know of a guy who can get your passport stamped without you or the passport leaving the country. Cost used to be 100$ a year or so ago.
[QUOTE=Jaimito Cartero]I recently read about a new two month visa, but am unsure if you can request it at the airport or not.
I have a 5 week stay at the end of this year, and really don't want to have to do a SIN run or anything to stay the extra few days.
I'm looking for quick and easy, of course, and hopefully without being banned coming into the country the next time. :)[/QUOTE]You can extend your Visa for an extra 30 days cost $25, 00 its not a problem, but you don't request it on arrival you have to go to immigration office at airport or Denpasar if you are staying nearer there, best to go 7/10 days before your 30 days are due to run out, you have to go twice, first time fill out the short form/pay your money, second time pick up your passport. You are only going to be 5 days overstay so if I were you I would just pay the 5x Rp200, 000 overstay fee and save the grief. More time to enjoy your hobby.
[QUOTE=1Ball]JC, if you don't get the answers you are looking for, let me know. I know of a guy who can get your passport stamped without you or the passport leaving the country. Cost used to be 100$ a year or so ago.[/QUOTE]
Well, I've heard of other people who just put some bills in their passport if they overstayed, but I've never done that before.
[QUOTE=Jaimito Cartero]I really don't want to have to do a SIN run or anything to stay the extra few days.[/QUOTE]I lost the plot date-wise last time I was in Bali and found, when I went to leave, that I had over-stayed 4 days.
The immigration officer didn't bat an eye-lid, merely called over a superior who filled out a bit of paper and I paid either $US20 or $25 per day overstay (don't remember exactly, but no more than $25.)
Don't know about the two month on arrival. I go to Bali in a few days and although I won't need that long, I'll try and find out if it's in operation yet and post on here.
It is officially 200 thousand per day. Recently overstayed 7 days and paid 7 x 200. You will have a major headache if you stay longer than two weeks and not prepared to pay on top of 200x14. And 'surely' no ones you wants to invite that kind of grief upon themselves. But hey it all relative. If you are cashed up and mobile everything can be solved with patience, a little grovelling and hard currency.
[url]http://www.depdagri.go.id/media/documents/2009/05/28/PP_No.38-2009.doc[/url].
This document details government charges for many things and is worth consulting before doing any transaction. If anything, to get a ball park figure of what you 'should' be paying, but not necessarily end up paying.
Case in point: Meet a young German fella at immigration office about 5 months ago when i was doing my one and only ever visa extension. He had paid a calon 3 juta to get his visa extended! Ouch I say! Cheaper to fly to Singapore and back! The official charge is 250 or there about
Bali could be different though. Anyone else experience with overstay? Cos true be had i only have the one experience and that was anamoly with employment crossover and Kitas ending.
RW
[QUOTE=Dazednconfused]I lost the plot date-wise last time I was in Bali and found, when I went to leave, that I had over-stayed 4 days.
The immigration officer didn't bat an eye-lid, merely called over a superior who filled out a bit of paper and I paid either $US20 or $25 per day overstay (don't remember exactly, but no more than $25.)
Don't know about the two month on arrival. I go to Bali in a few days and although I won't need that long, I'll try and find out if it's in operation yet and post on here.[/QUOTE]
As stated a couple of posts before, it is now a mere formality to extend your 30 day VOA (Visa on Arrival). In Bali the office adjoining, but outside the airport is best. They speak english and do not expect any "extra" payments. You must go 7 days before your visa expires. You go 3 times.. first time you get the form, fill it out and present with a copy of your Passport, existing VOA, and proof (ticket) of travel out of Indonesia. A week or so later you go back to pay the 250,000 IDR, the next day you go back and pick up your Passport. You can get any of the numerous immigration agents on the island to do it and they will charge around 700,000 IDR for the service but you do not need to go. Teh service is available anywhere there is an Immigration office and it is said that some offices will process the visa in a day or two. Obviously in other places there maybe issues with language and "extras".
As stated overstay rates are 200,000 IDR or 20 USD a day. Bali is strict and slipping 200,000 into your passport for a 4 day overstay is unlikely to cut it.
Happy hunting....
Are there several money changers in the area of Mangga Besar?
And more important, is the exchange rate good (I will carry euros)?
I' d like to refrain from using ATM machines.
[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]Are there several money changers in the area of Mangga Besar?
And more important, is the exchange rate good (I will carry euros)?
I' d like to refrain from using ATM machines.[/QUOTE]Travel spirit,
There are one in Lopsari plaza chinese own I have change money there a few time speak english well ,there are also bank next door and one money charger inside the mall but rate is not as good and they don't take some of my us 100 bill .
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[QUOTE=Travel Spirit]Are there several money changers in the area of Mangga Besar?
And more important, is the exchange rate good (I will carry euros)?
I' d like to refrain from using ATM machines.[/QUOTE]
You must have your reasons to avoid ATM's, but I leave my euros in the bank and use my debit/credit cards at the ATM's in Jakarta. I find it saver, because I don't have to carry cash that might be targeted by thieves. Both by amateurs and profesionals. A couple of years ago I reported about an American who get drugged and lost all his cash. Even those in the save. My experience is that as soon as I reported a robbery or loss to my debit/credit company, it will cost me less than the amount I would have had in cash with me.
You do have to bring some cash in US dollars though to pay your Visa On Entry if needed. Explore the reports from the last two months to find out how much that would be.
I'm sorry I can't help you with the locations of the moneychangers at Mangga Dua but I do know some locations of ATM's there, like the ones at Lokasari Plaza.
Some people might not want to use an ATM as they might not want to leave an electronic trail back in their home country.
Travel Spirit, any chance you are transiting through Singapore? I have found the money changers there to give a good exchange rate with no transaction fees. Worst case scenario change some at your hotel. Leave excess cash in your hotel room safe when you go out at night.
Thank you for your advice.
Until now, in my visits to Thailand and Philippines, I adopted the line of least resistance: the money changers. From your reports in Indonesia forum, I see that it is easier (and more economical?) to change money at ATM machines.
I also feel comfortable to carry cash abroad, as I have never fallen victim to robbery. Of course the money is in safe-keeping.
Anyway I will have with me both cash and cards. And wait and C.
Has anybody used these services at Jakarta airport, I have used it at Bali and saved a bit time and grief, But the prices I checked online at Jakarta are $45 which is treble Bali price.
If anybody has any info or contacts for the above it would be much appreciated, pm if want.
Regards