Indonesia Visa Guide: Types, Costs & How to Apply

Indonesia has one of the more flexible visa regimes in Southeast Asia, but the rules change regularly. This guide covers the main options as of 2026 — always verify current requirements at the official Indonesian immigration website, imigrasi.go.id, before you travel.

Visa on Arrival (VoA)

The Visa on Arrival is the default entry route for most tourists. As of 2026, citizens of 61+ nationalities qualify, including most European, North American, and Australasian passport holders.

Key details:

• Duration: 30 days
• Extendable: once, for an additional 30 days (total 60 days), at any immigration office
• Extension fee: approximately IDR 500,000 as of 2026
• Where to get it: dedicated VoA counters at major international airports including Ngurah Rai (Bali), Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta), Juanda (Surabaya), and Sultan Hasanuddin (Makassar)
• Payment: cash (USD, AUD, EUR widely accepted) or card at most counters
• Processing time: 10–30 minutes depending on queues

You will need a passport valid for at least six months, a confirmed onward or return ticket, and proof of sufficient funds. Some counters spot-check these requirements.

The VoA can only be extended once. If you plan to stay longer than 60 days, apply for the B211A before you leave home.

B211A Social-Cultural Visa

The B211A is the go-to option for longer stays — remote workers, surfers planning an extended season, or anyone wanting flexibility beyond 60 days.

Key details:

• Duration: 60 days on arrival
• Extendable: up to four times, in 30-day increments, to a maximum of 180 days
• Where to apply: Indonesian consulates or embassies before you travel (processing varies by country — allow 5–10 working days)
• Sponsor letter: required — many visa agents in Bali and Jakarta offer this service (typically USD 30–80)
• Cost: varies by consulate; expect approximately USD 50–100 for the base visa plus agent fees if used

Each extension requires a visit to an immigration office (kantor imigrasi). In Bali, the main office is in Renon, Denpasar. Extensions cost approximately IDR 350,000 per 30-day increment as of 2026.

Digital Nomad Visa (E33G)

Indonesia introduced a dedicated Digital Nomad Visa — officially the Second Home Visitor Visa — allowing remote workers to live and work in Indonesia for up to six months without paying Indonesian tax on foreign-sourced income.

Key details:

• Duration: up to 6 months
• Eligibility: must demonstrate foreign-sourced income (employment contracts, client invoices, or equivalent documentation)
• Tax: Indonesia does not tax foreign income earned under this scheme — verify this remains current policy before you rely on it
• Application: through Indonesian consulates or licensed immigration agents

The practical reality is that many remote workers use consecutive B211A visas rather than the formal Digital Nomad Visa, as the latter requires more documentation. Both routes are legal.

Second Home Visa

Aimed at wealthy long-term residents and retirees.

Key details:

• Duration: 5 or 10 years
• Financial requirement: approximately IDR 3 billion (roughly USD 185,000 as of 2026) held in an Indonesian bank account, or equivalent property investment
• Not eligible: for most typical travellers; included here for completeness

KITAS (Work Permit / Limited Stay Permit)

If you are employed by an Indonesian company or operating a business in Indonesia, you will need a KITAS rather than a tourist or social visa.

Key details:

• Sponsored by your employer or a PT PMA (foreign-owned Indonesian company)
• Duration: typically 1 year, renewable
• Requires: Indonesian sponsor, RPTKA (manpower plan) approval, and VITAS entry visa
• Process: complex and best handled by a local immigration lawyer or HR service

KITAS holders can obtain a multiple-entry permit (MERP) for travel in and out of Indonesia during the permit’s validity.

Practical Tips

Check the eligibility list before you travel. The 61-nationality VoA list is updated periodically — some passport holders require a visa in advance (Visa in Advance, or ViA) from an Indonesian consulate.

Overstaying is expensive. The overstay fine is approximately IDR 1,000,000 per day. Immigration will collect the full amount at the airport before allowing departure.

Visa agents are legitimate and widely used. In Bali especially, licensed agents handle extensions and B211A sponsorship routinely. Expect to pay IDR 400,000–800,000 for an extension service.

Rules change. Indonesia’s visa policy has undergone significant changes in recent years. The information above reflects our best understanding as of 2026 — always cross-check with imigrasi.go.id or your nearest Indonesian embassy before booking flights.