Many types of religious services are organised by the expatriate community and held in foreign languages — English, French, German, Korean, Japanese and others. If there is a significant community for a particular religious group, you can be fairly certain that its members will have formed a group, formal or informal, where they can practise their religion together.
The Indonesian constitution recognises and guarantees religious freedom. The government officially recognises six religions: Islam, Protestant Christianity, Catholic Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism (Konghucu). Foreign nationals on KITAS or KITAP residency permits are not required to declare a religion on their documentation, though Indonesian citizens are.
If the religion you practise is one of the above, you would be able to join the Indonesian community of followers and worship with them, though you may encounter a language barrier, or differences in the way your religion is observed compared with what you are used to at home.
If you prefer to worship in your own language, you will find that services in Jakarta are held in English, Dutch, French, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Arabic, Tagalog, German, Urdu, Hindi and other languages. Since 2020, many congregations have also developed live-streaming and hybrid options, making it easy to connect with a community before you have fully settled in.
Below is a listing of the religious services we have information on. If you have a contact for a congregation or worship service not listed here, please share it with us and we will get complete information from them to post on this website.
Christian Church Services in Jakarta
Abbalove MarketPlace Ministry Protestant
All Saints Anglican Church Protestant
Catholic Masses and CCD Classes in English Catholic
Catholic Masses in German, French, Korean and Spanish Catholic
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — English congregation — Jakarta
Deutschsprachige Katholische Gemeinde (German Speaking Catholic Community)
Evangelische Gemeinde Deutscher Sprache Protestant (German)
GBI Fatmawati Protestant
GBI Rehobot Ministry Protestant
GSJA International House of Praise (I-HOPE) Protestant
Grace Methodist Church Protestant
Immanuel Church — Protestant (Services in Dutch)
International Charismatic Worship Service
International English Service Protestant
Jakarta Central Church of Seventh Day Adventist Protestant
Jakarta Community Church Protestant
Jakarta International Baptist Church Protestant
Jakarta International Christian Fellowship Protestant
Jakarta International Seventh-day Adventist Church Protestant
Simply Jesus Protestant
The Collective Protestant
Wesley Methodist Church Jakarta Protestant
Christian Religious Services in Expat Communities Outside Jakarta
Church Services in Bandung, West Java
Bintaro English Service in Bintaro, Tangerang
Church Services in Bogor, West Java
Church Services in Medan, North Sumatra
Church Services in Semarang, Central Java
Church Services in Surabaya, East Java
Church Services in Yogyakarta, Central Java
Muslim Services in Jakarta
Sisters — an English-language support and study group for expatriate women who are married to, or considering marrying, Muslims, and for any woman wishing to learn more about Islam. Weekly meetings are held on Saturday mornings at 9.00am in South Jakarta. Open to English-speaking women of all nationalities and faiths.
These are the larger mosques in Jakarta. To our knowledge, none currently offer English-language services, but all welcome visitors:
Istiqlal Mosque, Jakarta Pusat Masjid Sunda Kelapa, Menteng Masjid Pondok Indah, Pondok Indah Masjid AT Taqwa, Jl. Sriwijaya, Kebayoran Baru Masjid Al Azhar, Jl. Singamangaraja, Kebayoran Baru
Hindu Services in Jakarta
Pura Adhitya Jaya Jln Daksinapati Raya No. 10 Rawamangun, Jakarta Timur 13220 Tel. (62-21) 2957-4898
Dewi Mandir Angkasa Jl. Angkasa Dalam I No. 29 Jakarta Pusat 10610 Tel. (62-21) 424-3379
Sikh Services in Jakarta
Gurdwara Tanjung Priok (Guru Nanak Sikh Temple) Jl. Melur IV No. 8, Rawabadak Utara Tanjung Priok, Jakarta Utara Tel. (62-21) 430-4045
Gurdwara Pasar Baru Jl. Pasar Baru Timur No. 10 Pasar Baru, Jakarta Pusat Tel. (62-21) 384-3338
Gurdwara Jakarta Selatan (Yayasan Sosial Guru Nanak) Jl. Merpati Raya No. 103, Sawah Lama Ciputat, Tangerang Selatan 15413 Tel. (62-81) 211-2-1272
Buddhist Services in Jakarta
Tergar Meditation Center Jl. Boulevard Raya 47 No. 35 Daan Mogot Km. 10, Jakarta Barat Tel. (62-21) 2902-5314 Email: [email protected]
Tergar is a Tibetan Buddhist meditation centre in the tradition of Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, offering programs in both English and Indonesian. Sessions are open to people of all faiths and backgrounds.
Confucian (Konghucu) Services in Jakarta
Vihara Bahtera Bakti (Konghucu Temple) Jl. Pantai Sanur V, Ancol Pademangan, Jakarta Utara 14430 Tel. (62-21) 6471-1173
One of the oldest temples in Jakarta, established around 1650 and dedicated to Da Bo Gong, a deity of land and wealth. The temple is known for its unique interfaith character and welcomes visitors of all backgrounds. It is preparing to mark its 600th anniversary in 2026.
Bahá’í
Majelis Rohani Nasional Bahá’í Indonesia (National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Indonesia)
The Bahá’í Faith has been active in Indonesia since the late 19th century, and the Bahá’í International Community established a regional office in Jakarta in 2014. Expatriates wishing to connect with the local Bahá’í community are welcome to reach out through the national assembly. Website: bahai.or.id
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there English-language church services in Jakarta?
Yes. Jakarta has a large and active expatriate Christian community. Many churches offer Sunday services entirely in English, including Jakarta Community Church, Jakarta International Christian Fellowship, and Jakarta International Baptist Church, among others. Several also offer live-streaming for those who have not yet settled into a regular congregation.
Can expatriates worship freely in Indonesia?
Yes. The Indonesian constitution guarantees freedom of religion and expatriates are free to practise their faith. Foreign nationals on KITAS or KITAP residency permits are not required to declare a religion on their documentation.
Is there a Hindu temple in Jakarta for expatriates?
Yes. Pura Adhitya Jaya in Rawamangun, East Jakarta, is the main Hindu temple in the city. Dewi Mandir Angkasa in central Jakarta is particularly popular with the Indian expatriate community and holds regular puja sessions.
Are there Sikh gurdwaras in Jakarta?
There are three active gurdwaras in and around Jakarta: at Tanjung Priok in North Jakarta (founded 1925), Pasar Baru in Central Jakarta, and Ciputat in South Tangerang. All offer langar (community meals) and welcome visitors regardless of background.
Is there a Buddhist meditation centre in Jakarta?
Yes. The Tergar Meditation Center in West Jakarta offers programs in both English and Indonesian, and is open to people of any faith or background.
