🧐 Tourist visa
✨ Extendable
Indonesia Tourist Visa on Arrival (e-VoA)
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Duration
30 days
Required income
Flexible
Program cost
$ 35
Processing
1–3 days
Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond your planned date of departure from Indonesia. Overstaying incurs steep daily fines and may lead to deportation or future bans. Indonesia strictly controls customs — certain medications, food items and goods are prohibited. It is mandatory to declare large amounts of cash. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly advised. This visa does not allow any form of employment or long-term study.
Indonesia is a dreamlike archipelago of over 17,000 islands where emerald rice paddies tumble down volcanic slopes, ancient temples echo with spiritual energy, and pristine beaches fringe turquoise waters teeming with marine life. Encounter Komodo dragons in the wild, surf legendary breaks in Bali, explore vibrant underwater worlds in Raja Ampat, and immerse yourself in the warm hospitality and rich traditions of local communities. The dry season from May to October offers ideal weather for island-hopping adventures. Book your flights today and prepare for the trip of a lifetime in this tropical paradise.
Official program link:
https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
✔ Required documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival
- Proof of onward or return flights
- e-VoA approval letter (if applied online)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
- Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
📋 How to apply
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Plan Your Trip
Research eligible nationalities, decide on destinations across the islands, book flights and accommodation, and purchase travel insurance. -
Apply for e-VoA Online
Visit the official portal https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/, create an account, complete the tourist visa application, upload required documents and pay the fee. Processing usually takes 1-3 days. -
Receive Approval
Download and print your approved e-VoA letter. If you prefer traditional VoA, no pre-application is needed but expect longer queues at the airport. -
Prepare Documents and Travel
Ensure your passport meets validity requirements, pack proof of onward travel, and fly to an approved entry point such as Ngurah Rai (DPS) in Bali or Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) in Jakarta. -
Clear Immigration
Present your e-VoA or proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter, pay the fee if applicable, receive the stamp in your passport and pass through customs. -
Enter and Explore
Collect your local SIM card, arrange airport transfer or use trains and buses, and begin your Indonesian adventure with optional tours.
✅ Approval tips
- Apply for e-VoA in advance through the official website to skip airport queues
- Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity from arrival date
- Provide clear proof of onward or return travel — this is frequently checked
- Book confirmed accommodation and carry evidence of sufficient funds
- Maintain a clean immigration history and answer all questions honestly at the border
- Purchase comprehensive insurance as it demonstrates responsible travel planning
❌ Common rejection reasons
- Passport validity less than 6 months from planned entry date
- Lack of proof of onward or return travel
- Previous visa overstay or immigration violation in Indonesia
- Incomplete or incorrect information in the e-VoA application
- Insufficient funds or no proof of accommodation
- Being flagged on international security or watch lists
💸 Tax information
No tax on foreign income under this program.
❓ FAQ
Citizens of more than 90 countries including most EU nations, USA, UK, Australia, and many others can obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival or through e-VoA.
Yes, it is extendable once for an additional 30 days at an Indonesian immigration office for a fee of about $35 before the original visa expires.
It is not officially mandatory but highly recommended. Having insurance that covers medical evacuation and adventure activities strengthens your application and protects you during your trip.
e-VoA is applied for and paid online before travel, allowing faster immigration clearance. Traditional VoA is obtained at the airport counter upon landing and may involve longer waiting times.
No. The tourist visa (VoA or e-VoA) is strictly for tourism, visiting family/friends, and short business meetings. For work or study you must obtain the appropriate KITAS or student visa.
Overstaying incurs a fine of IDR 1,000,000 per day (max 60 days). Beyond that you risk detention, deportation and a future entry ban to Indonesia.
Major international airports including Bali (DPS), Jakarta (CGK), Surabaya, Medan, and several others plus selected seaports accept VoA and e-VoA.
🔗 Official sources
- Indonesia Directorate General of Immigration (2026-06-15)
- Official e-Visa Portal (2026-07-10)
- Ministry of Tourism Indonesia - Visa Information (2026-05-20)