Moving to Indonesia from Belgium
What to Expect
Considering a move from Belgium to Indonesia? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Belgium to Indonesia, you would find that Indonesia is 62.4% cheaper than Belgium overall. A €64,304 salary in Belgium would need to be roughly IDR579,518,156 in Indonesia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Indonesian. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Jakarta averages 89°F vs 57°F in Brussels, making it significantly warmer.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Belgium and Indonesia.
What does your salary buy?
€64,304 → IDR579,518,156
To maintain the same standard of living in Indonesia
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 84.0% less
Groceries
pay 35.3% less
Transportation
pay 61.6% less
Housing
pay 70.0% less
Childcare
pay 74.7% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 62.2% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Indonesia compared to Belgium.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
of residents who feel safe walking alone at night
per 100,000 people per year
Indonesia generally does better on safety, though Belgium leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Belgium generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Indonesia leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Belgium generally does better on environment, though Indonesia leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
Belgium generally does better on infrastructure, though Indonesia leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Indonesia generally does better on employment & economy, though Belgium leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
Belgium performs better than Indonesia across all family life metrics.
Data: Service Public Fédéral Finances, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Brussels | Jakarta |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 45°/34°F (7°/1°C) | 87°/76°F (31°/25°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 63°/47°F (17°/8°C) | 90°/77°F (32°/25°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 70°/54°F (21°/13°C) | 90°/77°F (32°/25°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 50°/40°F (10°/4°C) | 90°/77°F (32°/25°C) |
View all months
| Month | Brussels | Jakarta |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42°/33°F (5.6°/0.7°C) | 86°/76°F (29.9°/24.2°C) |
| Feb | 44°/33°F (6.4°/0.6°C) | 87°/76°F (30.3°/24.3°C) |
| Mar | 50°/37°F (9.9°/2.9°C) | 89°/77°F (31.5°/25.2°C) |
| Apr | 56°/41°F (13.1°/4.8°C) | 90°/77°F (32.5°/25.1°C) |
| May | 64°/48°F (17.7°/8.9°C) | 90°/78°F (32.5°/25.4°C) |
| Jun | 68°/53°F (20.0°/11.5°C) | 89°/77°F (31.4°/24.8°C) |
| Jul | 72°/56°F (22.4°/13.6°C) | 90°/77°F (32.3°/25.1°C) |
| Aug | 72°/56°F (22.5°/13.4°C) | 90°/77°F (32.0°/24.9°C) |
| Sep | 66°/51°F (18.7°/10.8°C) | 91°/78°F (33.0°/25.5°C) |
| Oct | 58°/46°F (14.4°/7.6°C) | 91°/78°F (32.7°/25.5°C) |
| Nov | 48°/39°F (9.1°/3.7°C) | 88°/77°F (31.3°/24.9°C) |
| Dec | 44°/35°F (6.5°/1.9°C) | 90°/77°F (32.0°/24.9°C) |
Data:
Institut Royal Météorologique,
Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency (BMKG)
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Belgium and Indonesia. To live, work, or study long-term in Indonesia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Indonesia's immigration authority.
Belgium passport holder visiting Indonesia
Visa on Arrival
Indonesia passport holder visiting Belgium
Visa RequiredData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Indonesia than Belgium?
On average Indonesia is about 57% less expensive than Belgium, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Indonesia?
Budget about IDR144,879,539 for 3 months in Indonesia (based on a €64,304 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Indonesia?
Connectivity is usually fine (Indonesia: 4.9 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Indonesia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Indonesia safe for expats?
Indonesia generally does better on safety, though Belgium leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Indonesia is 0.6 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.1 in Belgium. About 63% of people in Indonesia feel safe walking alone at night.
How is healthcare in Indonesia compared to Belgium?
Belgium generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Indonesia leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 6.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Indonesia, compared to 63.9 in Belgium. Indonesia scores 55 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Belgium: 86).
What's the weather like in Indonesia compared to Belgium?
The average high temperature in Jakarta is 89°F, compared to 57°F in Brussels. Jakarta receives around 65.2 in of rainfall per year, while Brussels gets 32.3 in.
What language do they speak in Indonesia?
The official language in Indonesia is Indonesian. In Belgium, the official languages are Dutch, French and German.
