Before you book your flights and accommodation, there’s one important thing you need to know: whether or not you need a visa.
The Indonesia Visa on Arrival (VOA) offers an ideal short-term stay permit which allows you easier application process for 30 days of stay upon arrival.
What is an Indonesia Visa on Arrival?
The Indonesia Visa on Arrival (VOA) is a visa issued by the Indonesian Government which allows foreign nationals the right to stay in Indonesia for 30 days without the need to apply for an initial visa from an Indonesian Embassy abroad.
What is the purpose of an Indonesia VoA?
Voa grants the official 30 days of stay for foreign nationals who are entering Indonesia with the purpose of:
- Leisure and tourism.
- Family.
- Social.
- Art and Culture.
- Government visits.
- Giving a lecture or attending a seminar.
- Attend a meeting held by the Head office or Representative office in Indonesia.
- While in transit on the way to another country.
This visa is also extendable up to another 30 days of validity.
How to apply for an Indonesia Visa on Arrival to travel to Indonesia?
Obtaining a VOA on the spot
To obtain a VOA on the spot, you will need to:
- Arrive at an Indonesian international airport that offers VOA.
- Proceed to the VOA counter and fill out a visa application form.
- Present your passport, return or onward ticket, and visa fee.
- Have your fingerprints and photo taken.
- Once your visa is approved, you will receive a visa stamp in your passport.
Using the electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA)
The e-VOA is a more convenient way to obtain a VOA, as it allows you to apply for and pay for your visa online before you travel to Indonesia. To apply for an e-VOA, you will need to:
- Visit the Indonesian Immigration website and create an account.
- Fill out the e-VOA application form and upload the required documents, including a copy of your passport and return or onward ticket.
- Pay the visa fee online.
- Once your e-VOA is approved, you will receive a notification email.
- When you arrive at an Indonesian international airport, proceed to the e-VOA counter and present your passport and e-VOA approval notification.
- You will then be issued with a visa stamp in your passport.
Important note to get a visa on arrival
- Not all Indonesian international airports offer VOA or e-VOA. Be sure to check the requirements of the airport you are flying into before you travel.
- Visa requirements can change at any time, so it is always best to check with the Indonesian embassy or consulate in your home country for the latest information.
- If you are staying in Indonesia for longer than 30 days, you will need to extend your visa. You can do this at an Indonesian immigration office.
How long is an Indonesian Visa on Arrival valid for, and can it be extended?
The Visa on Arrival is valid for 30 days, counted per day, which means your first and last day are included in the 30-day calculation. Please be aware that even if you arrive just before midnight, that day will be counted as a day in Indonesia.
Please note that this is a single-entry visa. Every time you enter and exit the country, the visa will start again and you will get another 30-day visa.
What requirements do I need to enter Indonesia?
No matter which nationality you are from, you will be required to provide:
- Your passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months from the day you enter Indonesia
- One blank page in your passport
- Proof of return or onward flights out of Indonesia
- This stay permit does not need an inclusion of any invitation letter from a local sponsor,
List of nationalities which can visit Indonesia using a Visa on Arrival
According to the last update in 2023, there are 97 nationalities may enter Indonesia using a non-extendable Visa on Arrival, which includes:
When I can no longer extend but would like to spend more time in Indonesia, what should I do?
There are a few options; many people will often take a cheap flight out of the country to a neighbouring one and restart their VOA when they arrive back in Indonesia. However, if you would prefer not to do this every month, you may apply for a Single Entry Visa, which gives the holder the option to hold a 180 days of visa.
To find out more about the Single Entry Visa, Click Here
How can I apply for an Indonesian Visa on Arrival Extension manually?
The simple answer is yes. If you have selected the paid Visa on Arrival ($35 USD) when you entered Indonesia, you can extend it one time, for an additional 30 days.
You will need to start extending your visa 7 working days prior to the expiration date, which involves going to the immigration office in person.
Please note that you will have to spend an additional 500,000 to extend it.
What are the benefits of partnering with Lets MoveIndonesia for my Visa Extension?
To make your life simpler Lets Move Indonesia can process this for you, eliminating the need to go to the Visa office 3 times.
By using our service, you will only be required to go one time for photos and fingerprints (biometrics) where you will be met by one of our colleagues who will be available on hand to help speed up the process and assist with any language barriers you may have.
Want to know more about Visas & Company Establishment within Indonesia? Then check out our useful guides below by clicking the links:
Bali Visa on Arrival 2023 Complete Guide
The KITAS Process – Everything you need to know before applying for yours!
How to set up a business in Indonesia
Registering a Trademark in Indonesia – How to protect your business
