Is there a dress code in Indonesia?
Dress code Indonesians dress modestly. Although you may see men wearing shorts, outside of the big cities the norm is to wear a shirt and pants or jeans. Women will most likely wear pants, jeans or long skirts. When you visit a village, it is best to adjust to the local dress code to some extent.
What should you not wear in Indonesia?
Our advice is to avoid wearing revealing clothes as a mark of respect to the country’s predominantly Muslim values. A long skirt or pants with a loose cotton shirt with sleeves would all work well and will protect you from the sun. Or, better still, get properly dressed so you fit right in.
What is the business culture in Indonesia?
In Indonesian business culture, people believe that good harmony and relations are the most important components to successful business. Indonesian business culture is hierarchical based on age and position. Leadership is paternalistic and the oldest person usually leads discussion.
What do people usually wear in Indonesia?
Most Indonesians wear ‘western’ style clothing for everyday wear. Men wear pants and shirts, sometimes with a tie. Women generally wear dresses or skirts and blouses. Indonesian clothing is light in weight because of the hot and humid climate.
Is it okay to wear shorts in Jakarta?
Casual wear, shorts to the knee, short-sleeve shirts (singlets excepted), sandals etc are all fine during the day. For nicer restaurants, wear long pants; women, skirts or dresses.
What are the two types of clothing in Indonesia?
Here is a list of the traditional dress of Indonesia:
- Batik and Sarong: The Batik cloth is essentially a fabric with intricately designed patterns that are created using traditional techniques.
- Kebaya: The kebayais traditionally worn by the Sudanese, Javanese and Balinese women.
- Peci:
- Kemben:
- Baju Kurung:
- Blangkon:
What should you not wear in Jakarta?
Casual wear, shorts to the knee, short-sleeve shirts (singlets excepted), sandals etc are all fine during the day. For nicer restaurants, wear long pants; women, skirts or dresses. For clubs, dress to impress the door staff; those in shorts, trainers and flip flops will probably be turned away.
Can 2 foreigners marry in Indonesia?
Indonesian authorities require all non-Indonesian citizens to obtain a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage from their Embassy prior to marriage in Indonesia. To obtain the No Impediment to Marriage, the U.S. citizen must come personally to the Embassy and sign the Statement before a Consular Officer.