Guidance

Arrested or in prison in Indonesia

This guide provides information about being arrested in Indonesia and what conditions are like in prison there.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 19 March 2013

Contacting the British embassy or consulate

The British embassy or consulate in Indonesia can offer help but won’t be able to get you out of prison or get you special treatment because you’re British. Find out what help the embassy or consulate can offer.

British Embassy Jakarta

Jalan Patra Kuningan Raya Blok L-5-6, 
Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan,12950 
Telephone: +62 21 23565200
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British Consulate Bali

Jalan Tantular No.32, Renon,  
Denpasar 80234, Bali 
Telephone: +62 21 23565200
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Finding a lawyer and translator

Find a lawyer in Indonesia

You should carefully consider getting a local Indonesian lawyer. Discuss all costs with them in advance.

Prisoners Abroad has information on appointing a lawyer and legal aid, although this information is not specific to Indonesia.

Private lawyers

Check the list of local English-speaking lawyers if you want to appoint your own private lawyer. Ask the British embassy or consulate if you need a paper copy.

Private lawyers can be expensive and may require an advance payment before taking on your case. You should discuss their fees in detail, including how much they charge and the available payment options. For example, fees may be charged hourly or as a fixed amount for the whole case.

Legal aid

If you are unable to pay a lawyer, there are some legal aid organisations (Organisasi Bantuan Hukum) that may be able to help, the list can be found at the Ministry of Law’s website.  Some NGOs and private lawyers may also provide legal aid.

You or your family should contact any legal aid provider directly. You may be required to fill out a Pro Bono Form and provide evidence or a statement that shows you are unable to pay for a lawyer. 

Court-appointed lawyers

Depending on your financial situation and how severe the alleged offence, the court will decide if you could get a court-appointed lawyer. This is usually only if your possible sentence is 5 years or more or you are at risk of the death penalty. Please discuss this with the authority detaining you to understand the process.

The lawyer will be provided through the Legal Aid Post (Pos Bantuan Hukum – Posbakum) which is available at the court. Even though you are assigned a lawyer, in practice, the lawyer could be any that is available during your trial date and you may see different lawyers assisting you on different trial dates.  

You do not need to pay for the court appointed lawyer.

If you are able to, you can still choose to appoint your own private lawyer, which you would have to pay for yourself, or a lawyer from the legal aid organization at any time.

Find a translator or interpreter in Indonesia

You may need a translator to help you read Indonesian language documents about your case.

You might need an interpreter to help you communicate with your lawyer or at your trial.

Any court proceedings with participation of a non-Indonesia speaking party will be provided with a court-appointed interpreter.

You may also hire your own interpreter. You should agree any fee with an interpreter in advance.

Do not sign any documents unless you understand them. Search for an English-speaking translator or interpreter in Indonesia.

What happens when you’re arrested in Indonesia    

You can be arrested by 3 main authorities in Indonesia; the Police, the National Narcotics Agency (BNN) or Immigration.

Arrested by Police

You can be arrested and taken to a local police station:

• because of an existing arrest warrant
• where there are grounds for issuing an arrest warrant
• if you’re caught in the act of performing a crime
• if it’s expected you’ll leave the country to escape justice
• your identity can’t be confirmed

Arrested by BNN

For drugs related cases you may be taken to National Narcotics Agency (BNN). 

Arrested by Immigration

You can be arrested and taken to a local Immigration Office/Detention Centre:

• because of violation of visa category
• overstay
• your identity can’t be confirmed
• making public disturbance

The arresting officer must tell you:

• why you’ve been arrested
• that initial proceedings against you have started
• your rights

Your rights

You have the right to:

• be informed of the reason for the arrest
• remain silent
• access legal representation
• receive humane treatment
• a fair and timely process
• access medical assistance if you need it
• ask for an interpreter
• tell your next-of-kin you have been arrested
• tell the British embassy or consulate you have been arrested

How long you can be held for  

The police can hold you for questioning for up to 24 hours, or for drugs related cases for 144 (6 days) hours before officially placing you in detention or releasing you.

If your case proceeds, the following is information on how long you can be held.

Stage	Detention Period	Extension of Detention Period	Total Detention Period	Detention Facility
Investigation	20 days	40 days	60 days	Held at detention centre (Police station/BNN/Immigration)
Prosecution	20 days	30 days	50 days	Likely moved to Remand (RUTAN) prison
District Court Trial	30 days	60 days	90 days	Once sentenced, moved to sentenced prison (LAPAS). If found not guilty, likely moved to Immigration Detention Centre.
Appeal (High Court)	30 days	60 days	90 days
Cassation (Supreme Court)	50 days	60 days	110 days
Total	400 days

Please note that there are exemptions to the detention period mentioned in the table. Discuss with your lawyer for further information.

You are exempted from the requirement to have a valid visa/stay permit during your detention. Your existing visa/stay permit will be cancelled once you are sentenced.

Personal Belongings

During the investigation, any personal belongings related to the crime may be kept by the authority detaining you. They will also keep your passport. They should give you a receipt.

Bail 

There is no bail system in Indonesia; however, there is a legal mechanism known as Penangguhan Penahanan or suspension of detention. This allows you to be released from detention while the official detention period is still ongoing. If granted, you may be restricted to your house or your regency, depending on the conditions set by the authority detaining you. Please speak to your lawyer for more information about suspension of detention.

Your investigation and trial in Indonesia

Stages of a case

1. Examination of witnesses and evidence
2. Defendant’s testimony
3. Prosecutors sentencing and demand
4. Defence statement
5. Prosecutors response
6. Defence reply
7. Closing Argument

Investigations

During the investigation stage, the police investigator will carry out various actions, which may include:

• questioning you and the witnesses
• getting expert opinions
• examining laboratory reports

You may be asked to state your religion during the investigation. It is important to provide this information, as religious-based remission (sentence reduction) may be granted for certain religious holidays but only if your religion is recorded.

Once the investigation is complete, the police will submit the case to the public prosecutor.

Prosecution

The prosecutor will then review the case. If the prosecutor finds the case incomplete or lacking evidence, they may return it to the police for further investigation.

When the prosecutor is satisfied that the case is complete and ready for trial they will submit the case to the most appropriate court.

The General Courts (Pengadilan Umum) handle most criminal and civil cases. There are three stages in the Indonesian court system:

• District Court (Pengadilan Negeri) - initial trial
• High Court (Pengadilan Tinggi) - handles appeals from the District Court
• Supreme Court (Mahkamah Agung) - reviews final appeals or cassation (Kasasi)

Bill of indictment

If your case will go to trial, you will be given the ‘bill of indictment’ (Surat Dakwaan in Indonesian). It will say:

• what you’re accused of
• which laws may have been broken
• what the evidence is

Trial

The first court hearing will begin with the reading of the indictment.

The judge will confirm your personal details and ask if you understand the charges and give you and your lawyer the chance to raise an objection (eksepsi) if you believe there are legal or procedural flaws in the indictment. The judges will decide whether to accept or reject the objection before continuing.

If the indictment is accepted, the trial will move forward.

Verdict

A panel of three judges will deliberate and announce the verdict. Juries are not used in Indonesia. The outcome may be:

• acquittal (Bebas) - you are not found guilty
• dismissal (Lepas) - court finds the act was committed but does not qualify as a crime
• conviction (Pidana) - you are found guilty and sentenced

Sentences

If you are found guilty, you will be given a sentence. Your sentence will depend on how serious the crime is.

Sentences may include:

• time in prison or rehabilitation centre
• fines
• death penalty

You could also receive additional sentences which may accompany the primary sentence, these include:

• revocation of rights
• assets confiscation
• public announcement of the verdict

Restorative Justice

For some offences, you might avoid prison through alternatives like paying compensation or doing community work. This approach is called restorative justice.

It can be implemented at various procedural stages, including the investigation, prosecution, and trial stages. Ask your lawyer if this may be possible for you.

Making an appeal        

If you are not satisfied with the verdict of the District Court (Pengadilan Negeri), you may file an appeal to the High Court (Pengadilan Tinggi). You only have 7 days to do this.

Please note that an appeal does not guarantee a lighter sentence. The High Court may:

• uphold the original verdict and sentence
• reduce the sentence
• increase the sentence
• overturn the conviction

If you wish to make an appeal, please speak to your lawyer for more information on the process.

Cassation to the Supreme Court

In some cases, if either you or the prosecutor is dissatisfied with the High Court’s decision, a further appeal (cassation) may be made to the Supreme Court (Mahkamah Agung).

Speak to your lawyer to see if this possible for you.

Please note that cassation can result in a longer sentence if the Supreme Court finds legal errors or aggravating factors in the previous judgment.

Extraordinary Appeal

Lastly, a Supreme Court decision is final and binding, meaning the verdict can be immediately executed. However, an extraordinary legal remedy known as a Judicial Review (Peninjauan Kembali - PK) remains available under specific conditions. A Judicial Review may be requested at any time during the sentence but only on the following grounds:

• the discovery of new evidence
• contradictory legal reasoning in the court’s decision
• a clear judicial error

Prison conditions in Indonesia

Prison conditions in Indonesia are different to those in the United Kingdom. Overcrowding is common. There may be a limited number of guards compared to prisoners and this can lead to security concerns.

Prison life can also be costly, and access to funds may help improve daily living conditions. You may be required to pay for accommodation, bedding, additional food, medication, or personal security.

Arriving at prison 

When you arrive at the prison, you will be searched and undergo a physical and mental health screening. Your details will then be entered into the detention register.  

You will be put in a familiarisation cell for a maximum of 30 days, before being moved to an ordinary cell. No visitors or phone calls are allowed during this familiarisation period.

Personal belongings

If your personal belongings were taken during the investigations, once you have been sentenced, please check the final court order to find out the status of your personal belongings, including your passport. Some of your belongings may be kept in the prison storage facility. You should be given a receipt for any items that are retained.

Your prison cell 

After your familiarisation period ends, you will be assigned an ordinary prison cell. Overcrowding in Indonesian prisons is common. Prison life can be expensive and access to money will make life easier within the prison as you may need to pay for your own cell/room, bedding, food, medication or security.

Medical check-up

The prison doctor or medical staff will perform a very basic check-up within your first few days of being in prison. Tell the doctor about any medical conditions you already have.

Rights and responsibilities in prison

The prison must tell you your rights and responsibilities. If you are found violating the prison laws and regulations, you may be kept in an isolation cell.

Visits from family or friends

Visiting rules in Indonesia vary between prisons. Many prisons allow visits from family and friends. Some prisons may only allow visits from family members, and they may be required to show evidence of your relationship. Some prisons may allow video calls.

You or your family and friends can also ask your lawyer, or the prison directly, about the visiting rules.

How many visits you’re allowed

Due to overcrowding, many prisons in Indonesia schedule their visiting days based on the block or area where the prisoners stay. It is important that your family and friends know your assigned block so they can confirm when they are permitted to visit.

Arranging visits

There is no specific permission required for your family or friends to visit you. They can arrange directly with the prison.

During the visit

Visitors must bring original ID and register their visit at the registration office on arrival. For prisons that only allow visits from family members, your family may also need to bring their proof of relationship with them. Prisons may have specific dress requirements for visitors. Check with the relevant prison authority before your visit to confirm what clothing is considered appropriate and permitted

What visitors can take with them

Visitor can bring magazines, books, food, non-alcoholic drinks and some toiletries. Please be aware that the prison will check everything your visitors bring for you and they do not allow razors or bottles to be brought by visitors. Indonesian prisons have very strict regulations on inappropriate images so if visitors wish to bring you magazines or books, please make sure that they do not contain pictures of men and women wearing clothing deemed inappropriate in Indonesia. Check the individual rules for your prison.

Money

Prison life can be costly, and access to funds may help improve daily living conditions. You may be required to pay for accommodation, bedding, additional food, medication, or personal security.

The British embassy or consulate does not provide financial assistance to prisoners. Should you be in a position where you have no funds or have no family to help, Prisoners Abroad, a UK based charity, may be able to assist you. Please read the leaflet provided by consular staff when they first visited you. Payment from Prisoners Abroad is sent every 3 months, care of the British embassy.

Money transfers from family or friends

While we do not provide financial assistance to prisoners, we may be able to send you money from your family or friends.

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) operate a “Prison Comfort” system for money transfers to prisoners. You can find the guidance for money transfers to prisoners on this link, Send money to someone in prison - GOV.UK.

Prison accounts

Some detention facilities in Indonesia use a local e-money system, while others still operate with cash. In prisons that use e-money, prisoners are issued with e-money cards, which can be used to purchase items from the prison canteen.

Local e-money accounts are primarily designed for domestic use, and top-ups are usually made through Indonesian banking channels. For example, someone in Indonesia (outside the prison) may be able to top up the account using local bank ATMs, bank branches, or authorised agents. Administrative fees may apply when topping up the account.

If you receive money through the post office, or if you require the assistance of prison staff to access funds, a small service fee may be charged.

Letters and packages 

You can receive letters and packages if they arrive at the prison; however, all items are subject to inspection by prison authorities. There is usually no limit to how many letters or packages you can send or receive. Letters and packages must clearly identify the name and details of the sender as well as your name.

You need permission from the prison before you can receive a package. You are not allowed to receive food that needs cutting or cooking. You can receive ready to eat food that is properly packed. You cannot receive any books or magazines that the authorities would deem inappropriate. You can usually receive cash but in limited amount, depending on regulations in each prison.

Stamps and stationery

If you would like to send a letter to your family or friends, the prison officer may be able to help facilitate this. You will need to pay for all costs associated with this, for example stamps, delivery costs to the post office, and other associated costs the post office may charge.

Telephone and video calls

You may only be allowed to use telephone and video calls facility after you finish your familiarisation period at the prison. The facility available at many Indonesian prisons is a WhatsApp call or video call via a computer. Each prison may have a different rule for when you can make calls and how often.

Medical and dental treatment

Your basic medical needs must be met while you’re detained in Indonesia. Most prisons have medical staff such as a General Practitioner (GP) or a nurse, but not all prisons have a dentist.

If you do not have any funds and have no family that can fund your medical treatment, you may be able to apply for a medical fund from Prisoners Abroad. Please contact the British embassy if you need this support.

Treatment for a new illness or condition

Speak to the prison guards if you need medical or dental treatment.

You can attend the prison clinic if you have any health issues. The prison doctor will provide you with generic medication for free. If the medication that you require is not available at the clinic, the medical staff can normally help you buy the medication.

If you have any health issues which cannot be treated inside the prison or requires further examination, you can be taken to a public hospital. You will have to pay for the examination and medication, including hospitalisation outside of the prison. Recommendation from the prison doctor and approval from the authority detaining you are required to visit the hospital.

Existing conditions

With your permission, the British embassy or consulate can inform the prison about any pre-existing medical or dental issues you have. We can also talk to your UK GP to help get your medical records sent to the prison.

You might be transferred to a hospital with a police guard if your condition can’t be treated in prison and you will need to pay for the associated costs.

Drug and alcohol addiction

Some prisons may have a programme for prisoners with a drug or alcohol addiction. Discuss this with the prison doctor.

Mental health care

Talk to the prison doctor as soon as possible if you feel you need treatment for a mental health condition. If you need any medication for a mental health condition, you will need to be seen by a psychiatrist. You will have to pay for your mental health medication and for the psychiatrist’s fee.

Emergency trips outside prison

Emergency trips outside of prison are normally possible for medical needs only. The medic in prison will assess your health condition and if you cannot be treated inside prison, you will be taken to a public hospital. Please bear in mind that you will have to fund any costs.

Food and diet

Food and water are provided by the prison however many prisoners prefer to buy their own food and drink. Prisons normally provide you with meals twice a day, consisting of rice, vegetables and a small portion of protein.

Special diets

Prisons will generally not cater to specific diets. If you wish to have something different you must buy it yourself or have this brought in by friends or family. The meals provided are generally suitable for individuals of all religious backgrounds. If you have specific dietary needs that could impact your health, please consult the prison doctor. The doctor may offer a recommendation, although the prison may not be able to accommodate it, and you may need to buy your own food to meet those needs.

Prison shop

There is a shop within most prisons where you can purchase day to day items, including food, but the prices can be higher than outside the prison. Many prisoners arrange food to be delivered from outside through a third party.

Showers and hygiene

You can wash every day in the communal area provided in each block. Hot water is not provided in Indonesian prisons. Toiletries are not always provided. You can buy toiletries at the shop in the prison or arrange delivery. These will be checked by security.

Work and study

It is difficult for the prison to supply work opportunities for all prisoners because there are not enough jobs to go around. Some jobs will also require fluent Indonesian. Only some prisons in Indonesia provide workshops for prisoners to learn skills. If your work produces something with commercial value, you could earn money if you or the prison are able to sell them.

Books, languages, and activities

Not all Indonesian prisons have English-language books in their libraries. Prisoners Abroad might be able to send some reading material, language textbooks and dictionaries.

You are allowed to speak with other inmates at any time. Few Indonesian guards speak English so it will be useful to learn some Indonesian language to help you understand what is going on and to communicate your needs. There are some helpful words and phrases included at the end of this pack.

Exercise

Exercise arrangements may vary between detention facilities. You are usually allowed out of your cell at given times to take part in exercise or recreational activities.

This does not apply if you are placed in solitary confinement for breaking prison rules. In these cases, you will usually only be allowed out of your cell for one or two hours each day.

Clothing

The prison will provide you with clothes, but you do not have to wear them all the time. You can use your own clothes.

Religion

You are entitled to take part in religious services of your choice. You will be allowed to receive visits from a priest, or minister of your faith.

Mobile phones

Having a personal mobile phone is not allowed in Indonesian prisons; there may be consequences if you are found having a personal mobile phone in your possession.

Visits from British embassy or consulate staff

We aim to contact you 24 hours after we learn of your arrest, and we will discuss arrangements for our first visit during our initial contact with you. During our routine visits you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues that you wish to raise with our consular staff.

The British embassy is concerned primarily with your welfare whilst in prison. We will seek to monitor your health and wellbeing, and to help you to keep in touch with family and friends. We cannot interfere in the judicial system here in Indonesia, nor offer legal advice.

At each consular visit, we will complete a visit report. This may be shared with your next of kin if you have given your consent. If there is any information that you do not want shared with your next of kin, family, or friends, please tell us during the visit.

You can write to us at any time about issues you’re concerned about. If it is urgent, it may be quicker to ask prison authorities to contact us on your behalf.

How to make a complaint about mistreatment  

The British Embassy in Jakarta or the British Consulate in Bali take all complaints of mistreatment or abuse seriously. Tell us if you would like to make a complaint. We will ask your permission before taking any action.    

You could also make a complaint directly to police internal affairs, the prison head, the head of immigration detention centre, or through your lawyer. If you want to make a complaint on police misconduct, please see Indonesia: reporting a crime or police misconduct - GOV.UK.

Transferring to another prison

Transferring to a prison in the UK

No prisoner transfer agreement exists between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Indonesia.

Transferring to a prison in Indonesia

It is possible to request a transfer to another prison within Indonesia.  The request should be made in writing by you, your lawyer, or a family member. Your request must be addressed to the Regional Office of Immigration and Correction in the area where you are held. It should be submitted through the detention facility, who will forward it to the regional office and then to the Directorate General. There is no guarantee that your request will be approved. If a transfer is approved, you may be required to pay the transport costs and any escort fees.

Early release (parole)     

Parole for foreign nationals is controlled by Indonesian law under the Ministry of Immigration and Correction. Current rules require the embassy to sign a legal waiver, which we cannot do. Until this law changes, British nationals are not eligible for parole in Indonesia.

Reduction of sentence (remission)    

Remissions in Indonesian prisons are granted under specific conditions; primarily based on good behaviour and you having served at least 6 months in detention. Your type of offense may also affect eligibility, especially for serious crimes such as terrorism, narcotics, or corruption, which may require additional conditions.

For details on any remissions you may be eligible for, please contact the prison authorities directly.

Clemency or pardon    

After any appeal process at the Supreme Court has finished, you can apply for clemency (a pardon) from the President.

The application can only be submitted once and must be made by you or your lawyer through the detention facility.

Release and deportation

On completion of your sentence, you will be escorted to an Immigration office to process your deportation. You will be detained in an immigration facility while the deportation is processed.

Please do keep us informed of any release and deportation dates. We can help liaise with the immigration office prior to your release date so that they are aware of your release and may be able to prepare for your deportation paperwork in advance.    

Flights to the UK

You, your family or friends will need to book your flight ticket. It’s often possible to do this online from within the immigration office.

An immigration officer must approve your flight as some airlines do not carry deportees. Your flight is more likely to get approval if there is:

• no more than one stop to change planes
• the shortest possible wait between flights
• one airline - you cannot change airlines or have a self-transfer option by entering a country you’re transiting through

If it takes time for you to purchase a flight ticket, you might be transferred to the Immigration Detention Centre (IDC).  

On your deportation day, immigration staff will escort you to the airport and:

• allow you to bring your belongings
• stay with you during check-in and the security screening
• take you to the terminal gate or a holding room
• wait with you until your flight boards

If you were detained somewhere with no international airport, you may have to pay for the escort’s transportation. This includes domestic flights.

Keep a copy of any deportation paperwork. This may help you access government support on your return to the UK .

If you are registered with Prisoners Abroad, they may be able to provide support with your resettlement upon your return to the UK. Please keep them informed of your expected release date so they can assess what assistance may be available and make any necessary arrangements. The British Embassy in Jakarta, or the British Consulate in Bali, can also assist by liaising with Prisoners Abroad on your behalf if required.

Getting a passport

Make sure your British passport is still in date. Contact the British embassy or consulate if you need help applying for a passport renewal. If you are going to be released soon and need an emergency travel document instead, speak to the British embassy or consulate to understand how to make an application.

Useful Indonesian words and phrases

Important phrases

• I would like to see a doctor / Saya ingin bertemu dokter
• I would like to contact the consulate / Saya ingin menelepon konsulat
• I would like to contact my lawyer / Saya ingin menelepon pengacara saya

Useful legal terms

English	Bahasa
Abscond	melarikan diri
Accomplice	kaki tangan
Acquital	pembebasan
Adjournment	penundaan
Affidavit	surat sumpah
Allegation	tuduhan
Arrest	penangkapan
Assault/attack	menyerang
Autopsy	autopsy
Beneficiary	penerima
Blackmail	pemerasan
Charity	badan amal
Collateral	jaminan
Contract	kontrak
Convict	menghukum
Culprit	pelaku
Debt	hutang
Detention	penahanan
Dissent	perbedaan pendapat
Domicile	tempat tinggal
Embezzlement	penggelapan
Evidence	bukti
Exploitation	pemerasan
Forgery	pemalsuan
Fraud	penipuan
Fugitive	buronan
House arrest	Penahanan rumah
Human rights	Hak asasi manusia
Impeachment	dakwaan
Infringement	pelanggaran
Injunction	perintah
Interrogation	interogasi
Judge	hakim
Jurisdiction	jurisdiksi
Juvenile deliquency	kenakalan remaja
Lawyer	pengacara
Legislation	peraturan perundang-undangan
Life imprisonment	hukuman penjara seumur hidup
Malpractice	malpraktik
Negligence	kelalaian
Next of kin	keluarga terdekat
Offender	pelanggar
Parole	pembebasan bersyarat
Payment	pembayaran
Perjury	sumpah palsu
Perpetrator	pelaku
Prosecutor	jaksa
Protect	melindungi
Release	pembebasan
Revenge	balas dendam
Revoke	menarik kembali
Sentence	vonis hukuman
Steal	mencuri
Sue	menuntut
Summons	panggilan
Supreme court	mahkamah agung
Suspended	ditunda/ditangguhkan
Threaten	mengancam
Torture	penyiksaan
Trespass	melanggar
Verdict	dakwaan
Warrant	surat penangkapan
Departments in prison	Unit di lapas
The head of prison	Kalapas
The head of prison security unit	Kepala Pengamanan Lembaga Pemasyarakatan (KPLP)
Registration Section	Seksi Registrasi
Guidance and Education Section	Seksi Pembinaan dan Pendidikan (Binadik)
Prison clinic	Klinik lapas

Key phrases – English into Bahasa Indonesia

Basic vocabulary

English	Bahasa
British	Inggris
British Consulate	Konsulat Inggris
Library	perpustakaan
My name is…	Nama saya…
I am British	Saya orang Inggris
A/one	Sebuah / satu
It	Itu
I	Saya
This	Ini
Your + Noun	Noun + kamu
Left	Kiri
Right	Kanan
Here	Disini
There	Disana
I cannot…	Saya tidak bisa
That	Itu
Now	Sekarang
Soon	Segera
Today	Hari ini
Tomorrow	Besok
Yesterday	Kemarin
Next week	Minggu depan
You	kamu (informal) / Anda (formal)
She	Dia
He	Dia
They	Mereka
We	Kita (include the recipient) /Kami (not include the recipient)
Mine	Milik saya
Yours	Milikmu
His	Miliknya
Hers	Miliknya
My ….	…. saya
Her ….	…. nya
His ….	…. nya
their….	…. mereka
our….	…. kita/kami

Numbers

English	Bahasa
One	Satu
Two	Dua
Three	Tiga
Four	Empat
Five	Lima
Six	Enam
Seven	Tujuh
Eight	Delapan
Nine	Sembilan
Ten	Sepuluh
Eleven	Sebelas
Twelve	Dua belas
Thirteen	Tiga belas
Fourteen	Empat belas
Fifteen	Lima belas
Sixteen	Enam belas
Seventeen	Tujuh belas
Eighteen	Delapan belas
Nineteen	Sembilan belas
Twenty	Dua puluh
Twenty-one	Dua puluh satu
Twenty-three	Dua puluh tiga
Twenty-four	Dua puluh empat
Twenty-five	Dua puluh lima
Twenty-six	Dua puluh enam
Twenty-seven	Dua puluh tujuh
Twenty-eight	Dua puluh delapan
Twenty-nine	Dua puluh sembilan
Thirty (thirtieth)	Tiga puluh (ketigapuluh)
Thirty-one (thirty-first)	Tiga puluh satu (ketigapuluh satu)
Thirty-two (thirty-second)	Tiga puluh dua (ketigapuluh dua
Forty (fortieth)	Empat puluh (keempat puluh)
Fifty (fiftieth)	Lima puluh (kelima puluh)
Sixty (sixtieth)	Enam puluh (keenam puluh)
Seventy (seventieth)	Tujuh puluh (ketujuh puluh)
Eighty (eightieth)	Delapan puluh (kedelapan puluh)
Ninety (ninetieth)	Sembilan puluh (kesembilan puluh)
Hundred (hundredth)	Seratus (keseratus)
Thousand	Seribu
Million	Juta
Money	Uang
Five thousand	Lima ribu
Ten thousand	Sepuluh ribu
Fifteen thousand	Lima belas ribu
Fifty thousand	Lima puluh ribu
One hundred thousand	Seratus ribu
One million	Satu juta
Five million	Lima juta

Days, months and seasons

English	Bahasa
Today	Hari ini
Tomorrow	Besok
Morning	Pagi
Afternoon	Sore
Night	Malam
Next week	Minggu depan
Next month	Bulan depan
Next year	Tahun depan
Last week	Minggu lalu
Last month	Bulan lalu
Last year	Tahun lalu
Weekend	Akhir pekan

Time

English	Bahasa
What time is it?	Jam berapa sekarang?
07h00 seven o’clock in the morning	jam tujuh pagi
07h15 Quarter past seven in the morning	jam tujuh lima belas pagi
07h30 Seven thirty in the morning	jam tujuh tiga puluh pagi
07h45 Quarter to eight in the morning	jam delapan kurang lima belas pagi
12h00 Midday	jam dua belas siang
13h00 One o’clock in the afternoon	jam satu siang
14h40 Two-forty in the afternoon	jam dua empat puluh siang
19h45 seven-forty-five in the evening	jam delapan kurang lima belas malam
00h00 Midnight	jam dua belas malam/tengah malam
Morning	pagi
Afternoon	siang
Night	malam

Days

English	Bahasa
Monday	Senin
Tuesday	Selasa
Wednesday	Rabu
Thursday	Kamis
Friday	Jumat
Saturday	Sabtu
Sunday	Minggu

Months

English	Bahasa
January	Januari
February	Februari
March	Maret
April	April
May	Mei
June	Juni
July	Juli
August	Agustus
September	September
October	Oktober
November	November
December	Desember

Seasons

English	Bahasa
Spring	Musim semi
Autumn	Musim gugur
Winter	Musim dingin
Christmas	Natal
Easter	Paskah
New Year	Tahun baru
National holiday	Libur nasional

Adjectives

English	Bahasa
Happy	Senang
Sad	Sedih
Difficult	Susah
Tired	Lelah
Sick	Sakit
Satisfied	Puas
Unsatisfied	Tidak puas
Angry	Marah
Sunny	Cerah
Hot	Panas
Cloudy	Berawan
Cold	Dingin
Windy	Berangin
Rainy	Hujan
Dry	Kering
New	Baru
Old	Tua
Long	Lama
Friendly	Ramah
Kind	Baik
Bad	Jahat
Worse	Lebih buruk/parah
Better	Lebih baik
Broken	Rusak
Brave	Berani
Friendly	Ramah
Ashamed	Malu
Lonely	Kesepian
Disappointed	Kecewa
Sly	Lihai
Greedy	Rakus/tamak

Verbs

English	Bahasa
I have	Saya memiliki
You have	Kamu memiliki
He/She has	Dia memiliki
We have	Kami memiliki
They have	Mereka memiliki
I want	Saya mau
I need	Saya butuh
I feel	Saya merasa
I must	Saya harus
I see	Saya lihat
I use	Saya pakai
I go	Saya pergi
I can	Saya bisa
I understand	Saya mengerti
I hear	Saya mendengar
I know	Saya tahu
I eat	Saya makan
I drink	Saya minum
I sleep	Saya tidur
I meet	Saya bertemu
I accept	Saya terima
I give	Saya memberi
I wash	Saya mencuci
I have shower	Saya mandi
I drink	Saya minum
I write	Saya menulis
I call	Saya menelpun
I speak to…	Saya berbicara dengan
pray	berdoa

Prepositions

English	Bahasa
After	Sesudah
Before	Sebelum
During	Selama
Since	Sejak
Until	Sampai
In/inside	Didalam
Outside	Diluar
At	Di
From	Dari
On	Diatas
Under/below/beneath	Dibawah
Above	Diatas
Beside/next to/by	Sebelah
Near to	Di dekat
Through	Melalui
Towards	Kearah
Behind	Belakang
Between	Antara
Opposite	Berlawanan
With	Dengan
Without	Tanpa

Q-words

English	Bahasa
What	Apa / Siapa (Note: Use “siapa” when asking someone’s name, e.g., “Siapa nama kamu?”)
Where	Dimana
When	Kapan
Why	Mengapa
Who	Siapa
How	Bagaimana
Which	Yang mana

Food, family, toiletries

English	Bahasa
Cell	Sel
Bed	Tempat tidur
Individual cell	sel pribadi
Shared cell	sel bersama
Library	perpustakaan
Showers	kamar mandi
Toilet	toilet
Visiting rooms	ruang kunjungan
Garden	taman
Reception	resepsionis
Director	direktur
Assistant Director	asisten direktur
Shopkeeper	penjaga toko
Guard/Warden	sipir penjara
Prison governor	Kepala lapas/Kalapas
Stationery	alat tulis
Books	buku
Pen	pulpen
Paper	kertas
Letter	surat
Envelope	amplop
Stamp	cap
Telephone	telepon
Toiletries	alat mandi
Soap	sabun
Shampoo	shampo
Toothbrush	sikat gigi
Toothpaste	pasta gigi
Deodorant	deodoran
Tissues	tisu
Toilet Paper	tisu toilet
Wash	mencuci
Razor	alat cukur
Shave	mencukur
Towel	handuk

Other items

English	Bahasa
Shop/Canteen	Toko/kantin
Blanket	Selimut
Radio	Radio
CD/Cassette player	pemutar kaset/CD
Playing cards	kartu
Football	sepak bola
Battery	baterai
Clothing	pakaian
Clothes	baju
Shirt	Kemeja
Shorts	celana pendek
Shoes	sepatu
Socks	kaos kaki
Underwear	pakaian dalam
Trousers	celana panjang
T-shirt	T-shirt/kaos

Family and family members

English	Bahasa
Family	Keluarga
Friend	Teman
Mother	Ibu
Father	Ayah
Sister	Saudara perempuan
Brother	Saudara laki-laki
Husband	Suami
Wife	Istri
Partner	Pasangan
Daughter	Anak perempuan
Son	Anak laki-laki
Child	Anak
Cousin	Sepupu

Food/meals (Makanan)

English	Bahasa
Breakfast	Sarapan
Lunch	Makan Siang
Dinner	Makan Malam
To eat	untuk makan
To drink	untuk minum
Knife	pisau
Fork	garpu
Spoon	sendok
Tray	baki
Glass	gelas
Cup/Mug	cangkir
Plate	piring
Bottle	botol
Coffee	kopi
Tea	Teh
Water	Air
Milk	Susu
Powdered Milk	Susu bubuk
Soda	Soda
Hot Chocolate	Cokelat panas
Fresh fruit	buah segar
Apple	apel
Orange	jeruk
Banana	pisang
Pear	pir
Meat	daging
Lamb	daging kambing
Beef	daging sapi
Pork	daging babi
Ham	ham
Bacon	bacon
Chicken	ayam
Fish	ikan
Tuna	tuna
Sea food	sea food
Vegetables	sayur
Cabbage	kubis
Carrot	wortel
Mushroom	jamur
Spinach	bayam
Green beans	buncis
Peas	kacang polong
Potato	kentang
Peppers (chilli peppers)	cabe
Onion	bawang bombay
Lettuce	selada
Bread	roti
Rice	nasi
Pasta	pasta
Butter	mentega
Jam	selai
Eggs	telur
Cheese	keju
Oil	minyak
Salt	garam
Sugar	gula
Yoghurt	yoghurt
Biscuits	biskuit
Cereal	sereal
Chocolate	Cokelat

Health

English	Bahasa
Body/Health	Tubuh/Kesehatan
I need to see the doctor	Saya perlu bertemu dokter
I require medical assistance for the following reasons	Saya perlu bantuan medis karena:
it is urgent	ini mendesak
I don’t feel very well	Saya merasa tidak enak badan
I am bleeding	Saya berdarah
I have a pain here	Saya merasa sakit disini
I have a pain in my..	Saya merasa sakit di bagian..
Mild pain	sedikit sakit
Severe pain	sangat sakit
I have a cold/flu	Saya flu
I have a sore throat	Saya radang tenggorokan
I have a fever	Saya demam
I am allergic to	Saya alergi terhadap..
I am having problems breathing	Saya kesulitan bernapas
I am coughing	Saya batuk
I have an upset stomach	Saya sakit perut
I am constipated	Saya sembelit
I have diarrhoea	Saya diare
I have spots	Saya berjerawat
I have a rash	Saya ruam-ruam
I am diabetic	Saya diabetes
I am epileptic	Saya epilepsi
I have heart problems	Saya punya masalah jantung
I have ear ache	Telinga saya sakit
I have a headache	Saya sakit kepala/pusing
I have cramps	Saya kram
I have problems with my eyes	Mata saya bermasalah
I need to have my eyes tested	Mata saya perlu diperiksa
I am pregnant	Saya hamil
I have high/low blood pressure	Saya darah tinggi/darah rendah
I have high cholesterol	Saya kolesterol tinggi
have you something for..	Apakah ada obat untuk..
do you have a bandage?	Apakah ada perban?
do you have a plaster?	Apakah ada plester/tensoplast/hansaplast?
Dental terms	Istilah berkaitan dengan gigi
I need to see the dentist	Saya perlu diperiksa dokter gigi
I have toothache	Saya sakit gigi
I have broken a tooth	Gigi saya tanggal
a filling	tambalan gigi
tooth decay	kerusakan gigi
a tooth	sebuah gigi
a wisdom tooth	gigi bungsu

Phrases which may be used by the doctor (Istilah yang mungkin dipakai dokter)

English	Bahasa
Where are you ill?	Dimana yang sakit?
Do you have a temperature?	Apakah anda demam?
Do you have any allergies	Ada alergi?
Do you suffer from any other illnesses?	Apakah ada riwayat penyakit lain?
What medication do you take normally?	Ada obat yang biasa dikonsumsi/diminum?
Are you receiving medical treatment at the moment?	Apakah anda sedang dalam pengobatan?
What type?	Pengobatan apa?
Since when?	Sejak kapan?
Is this the first time you have had this problem?	Apakah ini pertamakalinya anda merasakan ini?
Do you cough?	Apakah anda batuk?
What colour is the phlegm?	Apa warna dahak anda?
Are you a drug addict?	Apakah anda pecandu obat-obatan terlarang (narkoba)?
How much do you weigh?	Berapa berat anda?
Step onto the scales please	Silakan naik ke timbangan
Please lie on the bed	Silakan berbaring di tempat tidur
Please take off your shirt	Tolong buka baju anda
This is a prescription for..	Ini adalah resep untuk..
You must take this medication..	Anda harus minum obat ini..
..before you go to bed	..sebelum tidur
..three times a day	..tiga kali sehari
..in the morning and at night	..di pagidan malam hari

Prescribed drugs/treatment (Obat dengan resep)

English	Bahasa
Painkiller	obat anti nyeri
Antibiotics	antibiotik
Analgesics	analgesik
Aspirin	aspirin
Lice treatment	obat kutu
Inhaler	Inhaler
Tablet/Pill	Tablet/pil
Capsule	kapsul
Sleeping tablet	obat tidur
Tranquiliser	obat penenang
Laxative	obat pencahar
Antiseptic	antiseptik
Cream	krim
Injection	suntik
Vaccine	vaksin
Bandage	perban
therapy	Terapi
diagnosis	diagnosis

Human Body (tubuh manusia)

English	Bahasa
Bone	tulang
Muscle	otot
joint	Tulang sendi
The head	Kepala
The skull	Tengkorak
Hair	Rambut
Face	Muka
Eye/eyes	Mata
Nose	Hidung
Mouth	Mulut
Lips	Bibir
Tongue	Lidah
Ear	Telinga
Neck	Leher
Throat	Tenggorokan
Shoulder	Bahu
Chest	Dada
Breasts (female)	Dada (wanita)
Stomach	Perut
Back	Punggung
Arms	Lengan
Elbow	Siku
Hand	Tangan
Finger	Jari tangan
Thumb	Jempol
Hip	Pinggang
Anus	Anus
Penis	Penis
Testicles	Testis
Vagina	Vagina
Leg	kaki (bagian atas termasuk paha, betis)
Knee	Lutut
Ankle	Pergelangan
Foot	Kaki (bagian bawah termasuk telapak kaki)
Heel	Tumit
Toe	Jempol kaki
Limb	lengan
Muscle	otot
Bone	tulang
Spinal Column	tulang belakang
Rib	tulang rusuk
Skin	kulit
Heart	jantung
Lungs	paru-paru
Liver	hati
Kidneys	ginjal
Bladder	kandung kemih
Breathing	bernapas
Blood	darah
Health problems	Masalah kesehatan
An illness	penyakit
A pain	nyeri
An injury/wound	luka
An infection	infeksi
Abscess	bisul bernanah
Angina	nyeri dada (yang berhubungan dengan jantung)
Appendicitis	usus buntu
Arthritis	radang sendi
Asthma	asma
A bite (insect)	gigitan serangga
Bronchitis	bronkitis
Cancer	kanker
Concussion	benturan
Cough	batuk
Cyst	kista
Diabetes	diabetes
Emergency	Hal darurat
An Epileptic fit	serangan epilepsi
Fever	demam
Fracture	patah tulang
Gout	Encok
A hernia	hernia
HIV/AIDS	HIV/AIDS
Heart attack	Serangan jantung
Leukaemia	leukemia
Malaria	malaria
Migraine	migrain
Depression	depresi
Pneumonia	pneumonia
Rheumatism	rematik
A scar	bekas luka
A scratch	luka goresan
seizure	Kejang kejang
Sprain	terkilir
An insect sting	sengatan serangga
Heat stroke	Serangan gelombang panas
Tuberculosis	Tuberkulosis
Typhoid	Tipes
Ulcer	Maag
A wart	Kutil
Itchy	Gatal
A Lump	Benjolan

Conversation

English	Bahasa
Hello	Halo
Good morning	Selamat pagi
Good afternoon	Selamat sore
Good evening	Selamat malam
Good night	Selamat malam
How are you?	Apa kabar?
Fine thanks and you?	Baik, terima kasih, kalau kamu?
Excuse me	Permisi
See you later	Sampai jumpa lagi
Yes	Ya
No	Tidak
Please	Tolong
Thank you	Terima kasih
I don’t know	Saya tidak tahu
Could you repeat that more slowly?	Bisa ulangi pelan pelan?
I don’t understand	Saya tidak mengerti
I do not speak… very well	Saya tidak bisa bicara….dengan lancar
I am sorry to bother you but…	Maaf mengganggu
May I borrow your…?	Boleh saya pinjam… kamu?
How can I obtain…?	Bagaimana saya bisa mendapatkan…?
Is there any mail for me?	Apakah ada surat untuk saya?
How much does it cost?	Berapa harganya?
Do you mind if I open the window?	Boleh saya buka jendela?
Do you mind if I smoke?	Boleh saya merokok?
Could you kindly write that down for me?	Boleh minta tolong untuk dituliskan?
What time is it?	Jam berapa sekarang?
What is your nationality?	Kamu dari negara mana?
Do you mind not to smoke?	Apa boleh jangan merokok?
Where did you get this from?	Dimana kamu dapat ini?
Can you help me please?	Bisa bantu saya?
Brilliant!	Luar biasa
I like this	Saya suka ini
I don’t like ….	Saya tidak suka ….
I want to go	Saya mau pergi

Useful phrases

English	Bahasa
The telephone is out of order	Telepon ini rusak
I do not have any means to buy…	Saya tidak punya uang untuk beli…
I would like to order…	Saya mau pesan…
This is urgent	Ini darurat
May I make an appointment to see…?	Boleh saya buat janji untuk bertemu…?
I would like to have a translator please	Saya butuh seorang penterjemah
I don’t have a lawyer	Saya tidak punya pengacara
I need to see my lawyer	Saya mau bertemu pengacara saya
I need to speak to my lawyer	Saya perlu bicara dengan pengacara saya
Who is dealing with my case?	Siapa yang menangani kasus saya?
Can you tell me how long I will be held in police custody before I get transferred to prison?	Berapa lama saya akan ditahan di kantor polisi sebelumsaya dipindahkan ke lapas?
What must I do to get transferred to another prison?	Bagaimana proses pindah/transfer ke lapas lain?
Can you tell me how long my sentence is?	Berapa lama masa tahanan saya?
Can you tell me the date my sentence finishes?	Kapan masa tahanan saya selesai?
Can I move to Mr…’s cell as he speaks English?	Apa bisa saya pindah ke blok …. karena dia bisa bahasa Inggris?
Can Mr… move into this cell?	Apa bisa …. pindah ke blok ini?
Can I get a legal aid?	Apakah saya bisa mendapat bantuan hukum?
Do I get remissions?	Apakah saya menerima remisi?
When can I get remissions?	Kapan saya bisa dapat remisi?
I am very cold, can I have an extra blanket please?	Saya sangat kedinginan, apa boleh saya meminta extra selimut?
When is the shop open?	Kapan toko/warungnya buka?
How much money do I have in my account?	Berapa banyak uang yang ada di akun saya?
What day does the doctor come? What time?	Kapan dokter akan datang? Jam berapa?
Is there any work that I can do?	Apa saya bisa bekerja
Is there any work that I can do to get money?	Apa saya bisa bekerja agar dapat uang?
I would like to work in the …	Saya mau bekerja di…
Can you show me what I must do?	Bisa dicontohkan saya harus bagaimana?
I want to use the telephone	Saya ingin menggunakan telpon
I want to call my family	Saya ingin menelpon keluarga saya
Could you contact the Consulate for me?	Boleh minta tolong untuk menghubungi Konsulat?
I want to speak to my embassy	Saya ingin menelpon kedutaan saya
I want to make a complaint	Saya mau memberikan komplain
Can my family send me…?	Apa boleh keluarga saya mengirim…?
I want to send this letter to..	Saya mau mengirim surat ini untuk…
I have not heard from my family and I’m worried about them	Saya tidak mendapatkan kabar dari keluarga saya dan saya khawatir tentang mereka.
How do I arrange a visit for my family	Bagaimana proses kunjungan keluarga saya?
Can you confirm if my family has booked a visit for (specific date)?	Apakah keluarga saya akan datang pada (date)
Can you send this letter to…	Apa bisa kamu mengirimkan surat ini kepada…
May I buy some food?	Apa saya boleh beli makanan?
Where do I go?	Kemana saya harus pergi?
Can you please take the handcuffs off?	Apa boleh borgol saya dilepas?
What does this mean?	Ini artinya apa?
How long will it take?	Berapa lama?
Will I have to go to prison?	Apa saya harus masuk lapas?
I’m very sorry	Saya minta maaf
I need to go to the bathroom	Saya perlu ke toilet
May I have a wash	Apa boleh saya cuci muka?
May I have a shower?	Apa boleh saya mandi?
Can I brush my teeth?	Apa boleh saya sikat gigi?
May I have a pen and some paper?	Apa bisa saya minta kertas dan bulpen?
I have been beaten up by…	Saya telah dipukuli oleh
Someone extorted me	Seseorang memeras saya
I lost my money	Saya kehilangan uang
Someone stole my ….	Seseorang mencuri …. saya
I want to pay my bill	Saya ingin bayar hutang
Can I pay later?	Boleh saya bayar nanti?
How much will it cost?	Berapa harganya?
Do you still hold my money	Apakah anda masih memegang uang saya?
Can I take my money please? I need to pay my bill	Boleh saya ambil uang saya? Saya perlu bayar hutang