VFS Global announced the news that they are now in partnership with Indonesian immigration authorities to aid in the prepayment of the Visa on Arrival to enter Indonesia. Please note that this is not a government initiative and there is a charge for the assistance.
If you are unsure of what the Visa on Arrival is or need to know more about this visa, check out our article – Everything you need to know about the Visa on Arrival in Indonesia!
Below is all the information about the news update!
Update Visa on Arrival September 2023
As of September 2023, The Indonesian government has expanded its Visa on Arrival and e-visa program by including Armenia, Mozambique, and Tanzania in the list of countries eligible for these travel options. This move aims to further promote tourism and facilitate entry into Indonesia for citizens of these nations. Travellers from Armenia, Mozambique, and Tanzania can now conveniently obtain their visas upon arrival or through the online e-visa application system, making their visits to Indonesia smoother and more accessible.
How to apply
You can go on the VFS Global website and search for Indonesia VOA. To apply:
- Step 1: Provide the requested details and upload the necessary documents
- Step 2: Pay the fee online
- Step 3: Download the Fast Track VOA receipt
Visa on-arrival fees
Standard VOA Fee + VFS Global Fee (Standard fast track lane)
VOA fee: $35 USD
VFS service fee: $30 USD
Standard VOA Fee + VFS Global Express Service Fee (End-to-End Meet & Greet Service)
VOA fee: $35
VFS express service fee: $92.50
Processing times
Standard: VOA confirmation to be received 48 hours – 24 hours before arrival date
Express: VOA confirmation to be received within 24 hours before the arrival date
Document information
If you are applying for the Fast Track VOA, you have to upload the following documents:
- Passport bio page
- Return air tickets
- Hotel voucher (non-mandatory)
- COVID Vaccination Certificate (minimum 2 doses)
Our thoughts
VOA queues nowadays are not that long generally and the process is quite simple when doing the process upon arrival.
Spending an additional $30 or 92.50 is quite excessive when often there is no queue depending on what time your flight is and which airport you arrive at. If you want to be organised and don’t mind spending the extra money which may or may not save you time, then this is okay, otherwise, we wouldn’t recommend spending the extra cash.
Please note, that this visa has a maximum validity of 60 days, 30 days upon arrival and a further 30 days if you choose to extend it. If you would like assistance with your extension, feel free to contact our team. If you plan to spend longer than 60 days in Indonesia, then maybe you would want to consider applying for a Single Entry Tourist Visa. Check out the link below to find out how to apply for one.
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