The cost of documents

The cost of documents

From Bisnis Indonesia

Now that the government is trying to eliminate excessive bureaucracy so that the business sector can function effectively, I hope deregulations will also be introduced in administrative procedures. For example, efficiency must be enhanced for obtaining such documents as publication permits, building permits, vehicle documents, land titles, marriage certificates from religious offices in the regions, and personal identification cards. In this relation, many unnecessary requirements can be eliminated, or stricter rules imposed.

One thing which may contribute to efficiency is to set a deadline for every procedure so the applicants know when their documents should be ready. Unnecessary requirements should be eliminated so as not to obstruct or delay a procedure.

To get a document certifying that one resides in a certain area in Jakarta like Menteng or Kuningan costs Rp 150,000, and in other areas a resident's identity card costs Rp 25,000. So can one imagine how expensive it is to get these things done!

With these things in mind it is hoped the government will take the necessary measures to improve applying for and obtaining all sorts of permits to ensure that high costs are abolished.

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