Australian Embassy back to normal

Australian Embassy back to normal

The Jakarta Post

The Australian Embassy, the target of a car bomb attack last
week, announced on Friday that is has resumed emergency consular
services for Australians and for visa requests.

Although the embassy remains closed to the public, it has made
arrangements for limited consular operation, including for
passport services. Those seeking such services should call (62-
21) 2550-5500.

The embassy is only handling emergency visa requests, while
non-immigration operations remain suspended until further notice.
Those seeking emergency services should phone (62-21) 2550-5632
or fax (62-21) 2550-5695.

The heavily fortified embassy building was slightly damaged by
a car bomb that exploded just outside. A total of nine people,
all Indonesians, including several employees of the embassy, died
in the attack, and scores of people remain hospitalized with
severe injuries. Several high-rise office buildings near the
embassy were heavily damaged.

Embassy staff have returned to work.

The embassy has advised all Australians to monitor the
security situation carefully and visit the Australian Department
of Foreign Affairs and Trade's website for travel advice on
Indonesia at www.dfat.gov.au

The Embassy urges all Australians in Indonesia to register
with the embassy and to advise of any changes in their
circumstances.

Further information about available limited consular services
and about registration can be found at the embassy's website
www.austembjak.or.id.