Medan: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Medan is the capital and largest city of the Indonesian province of North Sumatra.

Medan · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

Now in the cityMedansunset 06:08 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map11

Exchange rateRp 18,136per 1 $IDR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Phuket≈ 3 hr 50 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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FCDO no longer advises against all travel to volcanoes in Indonesia and will no longer advise against all travel in the event of future volcanic eruptions. FCDO have added new information about volcanoes in Indonesia, including information from the local authorities who enforce exclusion zones on a number of volcanically active sites (See ‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

terrorism

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Exercise increased caution in Indonesia due to risk of natural disasters , unrest , and terrorism . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Unrest Demonstrations occur frequently in Indonesia, and they are a normal part of the political landscape, but the type, size, and impact vary significantly, and some demonstrations can turn violent. Avoid demonstrations and crowds.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Stay longer on a programme

Work and Travel, internships, au pair and volunteering in Indonesia: visa, invitation and on-site support are handled by CMO International Programmes.