Indonesia is one of the most fascinating destinations in the world. This Southeast Asian archipelago, made up of more than 17,000 islands, combines lush nature, millennia-old culture, and paradise beaches that attract millions of travelers every year. Before you travel, it is important to understand the visa requirements for Indonesia and have all your documentation in order.
Do you need a visa to travel to Indonesia?
Yes, most foreign travelers need a visa to enter Indonesia. If your nationality is eligible, you can apply online through Visagov for the Indonesia e-VOA.
If your nationality is not listed among the eligible nationalities, you will need to apply for a visa at the corresponding Indonesian embassy or consulate.
Do you need a visa for Bali?
Yes. All citizens of eligible nationalities must apply for a visa to enter Bali, which is the same document used to travel to the rest of Indonesia: the e-VOA.
In addition to the visa, all foreign nationals wishing to enter the province of Bali must pay a mandatory tourist levy of 150,000 IDR (approximately 9 EUR). This levy, known as the Bali Levy, was introduced in February 2024 with the aim of funding the preservation of the island's cultural and environmental heritage. It can be paid online in advance through the official portal lovebali.baliprov.go.id or at the airport upon arrival. The online option is strongly recommended to avoid lines. Upon arrival, you will need to present the QR code you receive as proof of payment.
Available visa types
e-VOA
The e-VOA is Indonesia's electronic visa for short tourist stays. It can be applied for online for the following travel purposes:
- Tourism
- Visiting family or friends
- Conferences, trade fairs, and conventions
- Transit
- Business
- Medical treatment
- Government visits
- Yacht travel
It is valid for 90 days from approval and allows a single entry to Indonesia with a maximum stay of 30 days, extendable once for an additional 30 days.
What are the requirements to apply for the Indonesia visa?
To apply for the Indonesia e-VOA you will need:
- Passport with at least 6 months of validity from the entry date and a minimum of 2 blank pages
- Recent personal photograph
- Confirmed outbound flight reservation from Indonesia with a visible date
- Bank card to pay for the visa
- Email address to receive your documentation once your application is approved
How to apply for the Indonesia visa
The application process on Visagov is straightforward and takes no more than 5 minutes. Simply follow these steps:
- Complete the application form in your language. Make sure all fields are correctly filled in before submitting.
- Attach the required documentation.
- Pay the visa fees by bank card.
- You will receive an email with the outcome of your application, whether approved or denied.
Once approved, the e-VOA includes a QR code that, at Jakarta (Soekarno-Hatta) and Bali (Ngurah Rai) airports, gives you access to autogates: automated gates that scan your passport and use facial recognition to grant you entry in seconds, with no need to go through manual immigration control. To use them you need an e-passport (with a biometric chip) and must be 14 years of age or older.
Which nationalities need a visa for Indonesia?
The vast majority of nationalities can apply for the e-VOA online. You can check your situation using the eligibility checker on Visagov.
Nationalities exempt from a visa for stays of up to 30 days
Citizens of ASEAN member countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Philippines, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam) do not need any type of visa for stays of 30 days or less.
Nationalities requiring prior Immigration authorization
Citizens of Afghanistan, Cameroon, North Korea, Guinea, Israel, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Somalia must obtain authorization from the Indonesian Immigration Office before traveling. These travelers cannot apply for the e-VOA and must contact the relevant embassy or consulate.
Can the Indonesia visa be modified once the application has been submitted?
No. Once the application has been submitted, no data can be modified. If you need to correct any information, you will have to start the process from scratch. To avoid this, carefully review all fields before confirming your submission.
How much does the Indonesia visa cost?
The official price of the e-VOA is 500,000 IDR (approximately 35 USD at the current exchange rate).
How far in advance should you apply for the Indonesia visa?
It is recommended to apply for your visa at least 3 days before traveling, though the earlier the better. Please note that the e-VOA is valid for 90 days from approval, so it is advisable not to apply too far in advance.
What are the entry points into Indonesia?
The e-VOA is accepted at 16 airports, 90 seaports, and 7 land border crossings. The airports that accept this document are:
- Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
- Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH)
- Juanda International Airport (SUB)
- Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
- Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
- Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
- Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN)
- Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
- Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
- Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
- Lombok International Airport (LOP)
- Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport (TNJ)
- Adi Soemarmo Airport (SOC)
- Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
- Syamsudin Noor Airport (BDJ)
