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Resume and CV guide for Indonesia

How resumes and CVs are written in Indonesia: typical length (1–2 pages), photo expectations, date format (DD/MM/YYYY), education conventions and a builder configured for the Indonesia market.

Indonesia employers usually ask for a CV — commonly written as “CV / Daftar Riwayat Hidup”. What that document looks like locally differs from the generic advice you will find elsewhere, so the details below describe practice in Indonesia specifically.

At a glance

  • Document: CV / Daftar Riwayat Hidup (CV)
  • Typical length: 1–2 pages
  • Date format: DD/MM/YYYY
  • Phone format: +62 812 3456 7890
  • Photo: conventionally expected
  • Page size: A4 (210 × 297 mm)
  • Most common language of application: id

Length expectations in Indonesia

One to two pages; many employers expect one page plus attachments.

Photos

A formal photo is conventionally expected, often alongside family details in the traditional format.

Professional summary

Two or three lines stating your objective.

Education

Include GPA if you are a recent graduate.

Work experience

Use formal wording and include references on request.

Format and delivery

A4 paper, day/month/year dates, and place the photo at the top right in the traditional layout.

Common sections used in Indonesia

  • Summary
  • Experience
  • Education
  • Skills
  • References
  • Languages
  • Interests

General career guidance based on common practice — not legal, immigration or hiring compliance advice. Expectations vary by employer, industry and seniority.

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