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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Current international tensions and their
uncertain impact on security in Indonesia as well as the potential
for a natural disaster should prompt all Americans here to review
their security profiles and begin prudent planning for various
contingencies that may arise in weeks ahead. The Indonesian
government has guaranteed the safety of Americans in Indonesia and
has developed plans to respond to any threats that might arise. It
is also heartening that recent protests have remained non-violent.
Nevertheless, no one can predict with certainty what reaction
international events in the next few weeks might provoke inside
Indonesia. To be prepared for every eventuality, the Embassy
recommends that all Americans in Indonesia take a number of steps,
including:
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Make a list of items to pack in case of a sudden need to depart Indonesia, including for carry-on baggage.
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Update household effects inventory of items.
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Consolidate all personal records, financial documents, school records, etc.
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Keep cell phones charged and on, and maintain a supply of charged extra batteries;
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Prepare your house for the possibility of sudden departure, by preparing for the management of domestic staff, pets, maintenance, and securing non-transportable valuables.
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Keep two weeks' worth of necessary provisions in the house. This is in case of frequent and severe civil disturbances that require Americans to remain in the house for any sustained period of time.
If events require a sudden departure from
Indonesia, please be sure to have all the following documents ready
for you and your family:
- Passports;
- Power of Attorney (can normally be obtained through Consular Section);
- Shot Records, Medical and Dental Records, Medical Insurance Card/Policy Information, Medical Clearances, Prescriptions and Medications as necessary;
- Driver's license, Automobile Insurance Policy Information;
- Duplicate Address Book;
- Financial Papers: Travelers Checks, Check Book, Bank Statements, Credit Cards, Tax Records, Keys to safe Deposit Box;
- Household Goods Inventory;
- Birth Certificates, Marriage Certificates, Divorce Decrees;
- Naturalization Certificates, Citizenship Papers;
- Spouses' Employment Papers: Resumes, SF-171, Personnel Actions;
- School Records, Transcripts, Test Scores and Recommendations;
- Appropriate clothing for seasonal changes.
The Embassy urges all Americans in
Indonesia to be alert to any impending unstable condition that could
trigger the need for emergency action. In the event of sudden
developments, the Embassy will communicate appropriate information
through the warden network and local press outlets. Americans may
also contact the Embassy at any time by phone at 021-3435-9000, by
e-mail at jakconsul@state.gov, or our
website at http://jakarta.usembassy.gov for updates on any emerging crisis situation.
For information about preparing for a possible outbreak of avian influenza, please see this page.
Need more information?
Please check out our most frequently
asked questions page or contact the
American Citizens Services Section by phone at + 62 (21) 3435-9054 or 9055,
by e-mail at jakartaacs@state.gov, or by fax
at + 62 (21)
385-7189
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