A new entry requirement has been introduced by the Indonesian government to prevent the spread of Mpox (monkeypox). All international travelers, whether Indonesian or foreign, must complete the SATUSEHAT Health Pass (SSHP)an electronic health declaration form, since August 27, 2024.
SATUSEHAT Health Pass as a preventive tool
Travelers must complete an electronic self-declaration form called the SATUSEHAT Health Pass prior to their arrival in Indonesia. This form collects specific information on the traveler's health and recent travel history. This information is used to assess potential risks and manage Mpox prevention at international points of entry, notably airports.
How do I fill in the Mpox form?
The SATUSEHAT Health Pass form can be consulted by travellers using the official link : https://sshp.kemkes.go.id. After completing the form, a QR code is created containing the traveler's health and travel data. This QR code must be presented on entering the country.
Necessary steps in the form
In the form SATUSEHAT Health Passtravellers must provide the following information:
- Full name
- Cell phone number.
- Arrival at the airport
- Flight number
- Seat number
- Information on the country of departure
- Potential transits
- Visits to other countries within 21 days of arrival in Indonesia.
Implementation of the new provision
THE Indonesian Ministry of Transport validated and approved the new regulations by the Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile (Direktorat Jenderal Perhubungan Udara Or DJPU). The circular issued by the Director General of Civil Aviation, number 5 DJPU 2024, concerns the use of the SATUSEHAT Health Pass for foreign travelers.
Additional entry checks
On arrival, body temperature checks will be carried out in addition to the SATUSEHAT Health Pass. In the event of a temperature above 37.5 degrees Celsius, a traveler will be subject to more thorough health monitoring.
On August 14, 2024, theWorld Health Organization (WHO) has classified Mpox as a public health emergency of international concern (USPPI) and has therefore taken this action. Since 2022, 88 cases of Mpox have been reported in Indonesia, most of them in the regions of Java and the Riau Islands.
Overview of Mpox situations in Indonesia
| Region | Number of cases | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Jakarta | 59 | 67,05% |
| West Java | 13 | 14,77% |
| Banten | 9 | 10,23% |
| East Java | 3 | 3,41% |
| Yogyakarta | 3 | 3,41% |
| Riau Islands | 1 | 1,14% |
| Total | 88 | 100% |
In addition, if travellers develop symptoms of the disease within 21 days of arrival, they must visit a doctor and provide their SATUSEHAT.
Additional measures introduced by the government
The Indonesian government is purchasing additional doses of Mpox vaccine to support these efforts. According to Budi Gunadi SadikinMinister of Health, a further 1,600 doses are due to arrive soon, to replenish the previous stock of vaccines, which is now almost exhausted.
Perpetual surveillance and prevention
Various preventive measures have been put in place by the Ministry of Health, such as :
- Surveillance in healthcare institutions.
- Epidemiological studies conducted in collaboration with community partners and people living with HIV/AIDS.
- The creation of 12 national reference laboratories for Mpox screening.
- Complete genome sequencing (WGS)
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