Our Venue

Science Learning Center (SLC)

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Mulawarman University, Jl. Barong Tongkok No 4. Gunung Kelua, Samarinda, East Kalimantan, Indonesia 75123.

How to Get Venue

Visa

Attending the International Conference 2025 at Universitas Mulawarman in Samarinda, East Kalimantan, requires careful preparation regarding passport and visa requirements.

Passport Requirements

• Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of entry into Indonesia.
• Blank Pages: Your passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamps.

Visa Requirements

Indonesia offers several visa options for conference attendees:

Visa on Arrival (VoA)

• Eligibility: Citizens from 97 countries are eligible for a Visa on Arrival.
• Validity: The VoA allows a stay of up to 30 days, extendable once.
• Requirements:
  • Passport valid for at least six months.
  • Return/Onward Ticket.
  • Fee: ~IDR 500,000 (about $35 USD).

E-Visa

• Eligibility: For participants from countries not eligible for VoA.
• Validity: Typically allows a stay of up to 60 days.
• Requirements:
  • Online Application via official portal.
  • Documents: Valid passport, passport-sized photo, proof of funds (e.g., bank statement of at least USD 2000), and an invitation letter.
  • Processing Time: ~5 working days.

Transportation

Guideline for Traveling to Universitas Mulawarman

There are two main airport options: APT Pranoto Airport (AAP) in Samarinda and Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan.

• From International Destinations: Transit via Jakarta (CGK), Surabaya (SUB), or Bali (DPS) before flying to Samarinda/Balikpapan.
• From Domestic Destinations: Direct flights to Samarinda (AAP) from major cities like Jakarta, Surabaya, Makassar, Balikpapan, and Yogyakarta.
• Getting to Universitas Mulawarman:
  • From Samarinda Airport: 30-40 minutes by taxi or online transport (Grab, Gojek).
  • From Balikpapan Airport: 2.5–3 hours by car, bus, or shuttle service.

Accommodation

Here are several hotels near Universitas Mulawarman, categorized by star ratings:

Luxury Hotels (4-5 Stars)

• Mercure Samarinda (4-star): Modern amenities, outdoor pool, fitness center (~3.7 km).
• Aston Samarinda Hotel (4-star): Spacious rooms, indoor pool (~3.65 km).
• Harris Hotel Samarinda (4-star): Comfortable rooms, outdoor pool (~6.99 km).

Mid-Range Hotels (3-4 Stars)

• Ibis Samarinda (3-star): Cozy rooms, outdoor pool (~3.7 km).
• Swiss-Belhotel Borneo (3-star): Riverfront views, swimming pool (~3.5 km).

Business & Budget-Friendly Hotels

• Hotel Grand Victoria (3-star): Business-friendly, strategic location (~3.8 km).
• Hotel MJ Samarinda (3-star): Simple yet comfortable stay (~4 km).

For a smooth experience at the International Conference 2025, consider booking accommodations in advance.