Indonesia — Healthcare: Public Healthcare

Why this matters

Relocating individuals should be aware of Indonesia's public healthcare system to better plan for their medical needs, especially if they have pre-existing conditions or require specialized care.

Key facts

• Current health expenditure: 2.7 % of GDP (2023)
• Government share of current health expenditure: 54 % (2023)
• Out-of-pocket share of current health expenditure: 31 % (2023)
• Physicians: 0.5 per 1,000 people (2023)
• Hospital beds: 1.4 per 1,000 people (2023)
• Life expectancy at birth: 71.3 years (2024)

Steps

1. Registering for JKN — To register for JKN, individuals must obtain a family card (Kartu Keluarga) and apply through the Ministry of Health's website or visit a JKN registration center
2. Accessing Public Healthcare — Public hospitals and clinics offer a range of services, including primary care, specialist consultations, and emergency care, but wait times and availability can vary depending on the location and availability of staff

Costs

• JKN registration fee: IDR 10,000-50,000 (USD 0.70-3.50)

Timelines

• JKN registration: 1-3 days

Required documents

• Kartu Keluarga (family card)
• Identification documents (KTP/SIM)
• Proof of residency and income

Common mistakes

• Assuming that public healthcare services are always free or of high quality
• Not registering for JKN or obtaining a family card

What these figures do not cover

These are national statistics. Who is eligible for the public system, how a foreign resident enrols, what it costs and waiting times are not covered here.