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Indonesia at a Glance

Visa Requirements for Indonesia

The colors of the Indonesian flag symbolize courage (red) and purity (white).

Visa Regulations

There are several different types of visas that can be acquired for Indonesia. Most of these must be applied for before you arrive in Indonesia. Be sure to contact your local Indonesian embassy or consulate to ensure that you have all proper paperwork. It is also imperative that you have a passport that is valid at least 6 months prior to your departure to Indonesia.

Below you will find a list containing the valid visas for Indonesia with a brief explanation of each. Please remember to visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Indonesia for more specific and detailed information. As visa fees vary depending on your country of origin, it would be wise to contact the Indonesian embassy/consulate nearest to you.

Visitation Visas

Visitation visas are divided into the following categories:

• Tourist visa (single or multiple entries)*: Issued either for 60 days (single entry) or 1 year (multiple entries), the tourist visa requires the display of a roundtrip itinerary, letter of employment or proof of retirement fund. For students: proof of enrollment at school/university, proof of sufficient funds in bank account of home country.
• Business visa (single or multiple entries): As its name suggests, the intention of the holder of said visa is to do business in Indonesia. In order to successfully receive such a visa, a letter of purpose by the employer as well as a guarantee that all expenses concerning transportation and living will be covered during the foreign national’s stay is required. The maximum length of stay is 60 days.
• Social visit (single or multiple entries): This visa is to be applied for by people wishing to visit relatives or participants in a cultural exchange. Requirements include a copy of the letter of invitation from the person/organization requesting your presence, a copy of the ID card of the principal person residing in Indonesia, and proof of a roundtrip ticket.
• Journalist visa: Please contact Media Services at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for more information on press passes and journalist visas. Please be sure to do so at least two months in advance.
• Research visa (single entry only): Persons interested in applying for a research visa must get the approval from both the State Ministry of Research and Technology (in Bahasa Indonesian only) and the Directorate General of Immigration for further assistance.

* Please note the following: single entry means you can enter Indonesia only once, while multiple entries allow you to enter several times throughout the validity period of your visa.