Subject: Indonesia, Level 2: Exercise increased caution, January 10, 2018

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Indonesia, Level 2: Exercise increased caution

Exercise increased caution in Indonesia due to terrorism.Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Reconsider travel to:

Central Sulawesi and Papua due to civil unrest.

Terroristscontinue plotting possible attacks in Indonesia. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting police stations, places of worship, hotels, bars, nightclubs, shopping areas, and restaurants.

Read the Safety and Security section on the Country Information page.

If you decide to travel to Indonesia:

  • Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans.
  • Be aware of your personal safety and security at all times.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
  • Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
  • Review the Crime and Safety Reports for Indonesia.
  • U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler's Checklist.

Central Sulawesi and Papua

Shootings continue to occur in the area between Timika and Grasberg in Papua. In Central Sulawesi and Papua, violent demonstrations and conflict could result ininjuryor deathto U.S. citizens. Avoid demonstrations and crowds.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Central Sulawesi and Papua as U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization before traveling to those areas.