Illegal levies

From Republika

The society, the Moslems in particular, would be grateful if Republika would uncover the practice of illegal levies taking place in the district offices of religious matters (KUA). This malfeasance has reached a point that is beyond comprehension. In Duren Sawit district, for example, the marriage administration fee is as follows:

* Rp 250,000 if the penghulu (religious official in charge of marriages) is summoned to the bride's house to officiate the marriage, transportation not included.

* Rp 150,000 if the marriage is conducted in the KUA and Rp 10,000 for the marriage document.

I was told that the cost of marriage administration in South Jakarta KUA is even higher. It should also be noted that all payments are made without receipt. The official cost for this event is only Rp 27,500.

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