Visa requirements for Indonesia and Bali
Updated 2025
As of 2025, Indonesia, including popular destinations like Bali, offers various visa options tailored to travelers’ nationalities, purposes, and lengths of stay. Below is a comprehensive guide to Indonesia’s visa policies, detailing the types of visas available, eligibility criteria, and specific country lists:
Who can enter Indonesia without a Visa
Citizens of the following countries can enter Indonesia without a visa for up to 30 days:
All ASEAN member states: Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam—are granted visa-free access. Additionally, nationals from Timor-Leste, Colombia, Hong Kong, and Suriname can also enter Indonesia without a visa. Permanent residents of Singapore are eligible for a 4-day visa-free entry specifically to Batam, Bintan, and the Karimun Islands.
Visa-free entry is strictly non-extendable and is intended for tourism, family visits, or attending cultural events.
Visa on Arrival (VoA)
Travelers from numerous countries are eligible for a 30-day Visa on Arrival (VoA) or can apply for an Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) before traveling. This visa can be extended once for an additional 30 days.
Eligible countries include:
Europe: All European Union member states, Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, and Vatican City.
Asia: Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.
Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Kenya, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, and Zimbabwe.
Americas: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Suriname, United States, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
Oceania: Australia, Fiji, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.
Visit Visa (B211A)
The B211A Visit Visa is suitable for travelers from countries not eligible for visa-free entry or VoA/e-VoA, or for those intending to stay longer than 60 days. This visa is valid for 60 days and can be extended twice, each time for 60 days, allowing a maximum stay of 180 days. Applicants require a sponsor letter from an Indonesian entity and must apply online before arrival.
Multiple-Entry Visas (D1 & D2)
D1 Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa: Valid for 1, 2, or 5 years, allowing stays of up to 60 days per visit. Requires sponsorship from an Indonesian travel agency.
D2 Multiple-Entry Business Visa: Also valid for 1, 2, or 5 years, permitting 60-day stays per visit. Requires sponsorship from an Indonesian business entity.
Second Home Visa
Indonesia’s Second Home Visa caters to retirees and long-term residents. Applicants must demonstrate financial stability, such as a bank deposit of at least IDR 2 billion (approximately USD 130,000), and commit to residing in Indonesia for a minimum of 5 or 10 years.
Golden Visa
Launched in 2024, the Golden Visa program aims to attract foreign investors. Individual investors can obtain a 5-year visa by investing USD 2.5 million in Indonesia or a 10-year visa with a USD 5 million investment. Corporate investors have higher thresholds, with benefits extending to company directors and commissioners.
Special Considerations
Cruise Ship Passengers: Passengers arriving by cruise ship must adhere to the same visa requirements as other travelers.
Overstaying Penalties: Overstaying a visa can result in fines of approximately USD 35 per day. Extended overstays may lead to deportation or blacklisting.
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