A few facts about Belawan
- About 100,000 people live in Belawan.
- It's part of North Sumatra.
- Jakarta, the largest city in Indonesia, is about 1434 km away.
- Towns nearby: Labuhan Deli (13 km), Medan (21 km) and Percut (26 km).
Dating by city / Indonesia / North Sumatra / Belawan
Dating in Belawan
Members from Belawan and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
A first date in Belawan
Choose somewhere central in Belawan that you both know — a café, a bookshop with a coffee corner, a market. Daylight and people around make a first meeting easier for both of you.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Belawan: questions and answers
How far around Belawan can I search?
More than 3.4 million people live within 50 km of Belawan, in 8 towns and cities including Medan, Percut and Binjai. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Belawan free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Belawan or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Belawan real?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Belawan?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Indonesia or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.