Indonesia at a Glance

Visa Regulations for Indonesia

Due to the high temperatures, most Indonesians enjoy a shaded courtyard.

Planning on living in Indonesia? Indonesia is an amazing country full of exquisite natural and cultural highlights. If you’re considering living in Indonesia as an expatriate, read our guide for more information on regions, transport, visa options, and other aspects of living in Indonesia.

In order to enter the country, all foreign nationals are required to have a valid passport and a visa appropriate to their reason for coming to Indonesia. There are several different types of visas, which will be briefly listed below.

For more exact and detailed information, please contact the Indonesian embassy or consulate nearest to you, or visit the website of the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Please be sure to apply for the below visas with enough time in between your departure date, as processing times may take longer than expected.

Visa Requirements & Types

Tourist visa: Valid either for 60 days or 1 year, depending on whether or not you get a tourist visa for a single entry or multiple ones.
Business visa: Maximum length of stay is 60 days and proof of purpose for your trip is required.
Social visa: Used for visiting family members in Indonesia, proof of invitation with round-trip ticket is required.
Journalist visa: Please see the Media Services section on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in order to find out what is required of you concerning press pass, etc., as this may vary.
Research visa: If the purpose of your trip to Indonesia is to do research at an institute or university, please contact the State Ministry of Research and Technology for further information, as approval from this organization is required as part of the application process.
Visa on Arrival (VOA): As its name suggests, this visa is applied for directly at the airport upon arrival in Indonesia. It is valid only for residents of certain countries and is valid for a period of 30 days, which can be extended for another 30 days upon re-application. Please be aware that this visa may not be extended into any of the visas named above. The application for those is separate and must be made from your home country.

Please also see our article on moving to Indonesia for more information on different visa types.