eLearning Mekanisme Penyaluran Dana - Layanan Penyaluran - Part II

Summary

This video, presented by Widya, provides a detailed guide on the disbursement mechanisms of LPDP scholarship funds. It covers key components including monthly living allowances, book allowances, transportation funds, visa application fees, and arrival funds for both domestic and international students. The video explains eligibility, required supporting documents, and the schedule of disbursements, emphasizing regular progress updates and compliance with LPDP regulations. Specific instructions are given for students studying abroad, including visa procedures and relocation allowances. The content serves as a practical reference for LPDP scholars to ensure smooth, timely, and accurate access to their scholarship funds throughout their studies.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video explains the disbursement mechanisms of LPDP scholarship funds, focusing on various fund components for scholars (LPD Prens).
• 📅 Living allowance (monthly stipend) is generally disbursed every 3 months and requires scholars to update their study progress with supporting documents.
• 📚 Book allowance is provided annually to cover study-related book costs, with the number of disbursements depending on the study duration.
• 🚆✈️ Transportation funds cover travel from the scholar's home to the university and back, only provided twice—once for departure and once for permanent return.
• 🛂 Visa application funds are available for scholars studying abroad, reimbursing regular visa or residence permit fees, but not additional service or administrative costs.
• 🏠 Arrival or relocation allowance supports the scholar's move to the study location, covering travel and relocation expenses at the start of the study period.
• 📝 Required supporting documents vary by fund component and whether the scholar studies domestically or internationally, including KRS, enrollment letters, boarding passes, invoices, or proof of residency.
• 💻 Book allowance for studies longer than 18 months is automatically disbursed in the 13th month via the IBAS application, following progress updates every 3 months.
• ✈️ For domestic travel, transportation funds cover the nearest airport or train station routes, economy class for flights, and executive class (non-luxury) for long-distance trains.
• 🌍 Arrival funds for international scholars can be disbursed either in one installment after arrival or split into 50% before departure and 50% upon arrival, with specific documentation required for each stage.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the living allowance in the LPDP scholarship?

The living allowance is provided to support the day-to-day expenses of LPDP scholars during their active study period. It is typically disbursed on a scheduled basis every three months, contingent on scholars updating their study progress.

What documents are required for domestic LPDP scholars to receive the living allowance?

Domestic scholars must provide proof of active enrollment, including the current semester's KRS (study plan card) and a certificate of active student status when updating their study progress.

How do LPDP scholars studying abroad prove their active status for living allowance disbursement?

They need to submit proof of registration at the foreign institution, an enrollment letter, and arrival stamps from immigration, which can be replaced by a boarding pass if the country does not stamp passports.

How often is the book allowance disbursed, and how is it calculated?

The book allowance is disbursed once per year during the study period and is calculated based on the standard living allowance currency. The number of disbursements depends on the total duration of study, ranging from one time for studies under 18 months to six times for studies over 65 months.

What is the purpose of the transportation fund, and when can it be used?

The transportation fund covers travel costs from the scholar's home to their university location and back. It can only be used twice: once for initial departure and once for final return after completing the study.

What are the specific conditions for domestic and international transportation fund eligibility?

For domestic travel, the fund applies to routes between the nearest station or airport to the scholar's home and the university. For flights, transit time must be less than 12 hours and only economy class is allowed. For trains, the maximum allowed class is executive, excluding luxury or priority.

What expenses are covered by the visa application fund for international LPDP scholars?

The visa application fund covers regular student visa or residence permit application fees during the study period. Costs for health checks, priority services, agency fees, or any non-standard processing services are not reimbursable.

How can international scholars request reimbursement for visa application fees?

Reimbursement can be submitted via the Fund Request on the IBAS platform with supporting documents including the invoice or receipt for the regular visa application fee and proof of payment.

What is the purpose of the arrival fund for LPDP scholars?

The arrival fund is intended to cover relocation or moving expenses from the scholar's home to the study location at the start of the program. It includes travel to the airport or station and other related relocation costs.

How is the arrival fund managed for scholars moving within Indonesia?

Scholars moving between cities or regencies are eligible for the arrival fund, verified with a new domicile document like KTP or family card and a residence certificate from the local RW. Special rules apply for scholars in DKI Jakarta and Yogyakarta regions, considering intracity relocations as eligible.

What are the two mechanisms for disbursing the arrival fund for international scholars?

The first mechanism allows a single disbursement after arriving at the study location. The second allows two disbursements: 50% before departure and 50% after arrival. Supporting documents for each stage include visa invoices, passport stamps or boarding passes, proof of study duration, and confirmation of registration at the Indonesian representative office abroad.

What is the general requirement for all LPDP fund disbursements?

All disbursements require the scholar to regularly update their study progress every three months on the IBAS platform to ensure automatic and timely fund release.