Is visa on arrival free in Indonesia?

Visa on Arrival in Indonesia

Indonesia offers tourists the convenience of obtaining a visa upon arrival at the country's designated entry points. This visa allows visitors to stay for up to 30 days and costs 500,000 Indonesian Rupiah (approximately $35).

Holders of a visa on arrival can extend their stay once at the immigration office. The extension process costs the same as the initial visa and grants an additional 30 days of stay, allowing a maximum extension of 60 days beyond the initial 30-day period.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a visa on arrival in Indonesia, travelers must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a valid passport from one of the 169 eligible countries
• Intend to stay in Indonesia for tourism or short-term business purposes
• Have a return or onward ticket

Extension Process

To extend a visa on arrival, visitors must visit an immigration office one week before the expiration date. The required documents include:

• Passport
• Visa on arrival
• Extension form
• Payment for the extension fee

Exemptions

Citizens of the following countries are exempt from the visa requirement and may enter Indonesia visa-free for a period of 30 days:

• Australia
• Brunei Darussalam
• Cambodia
• Chile
• Laos
• Malaysia
• Myanmar
• New Zealand
• Philippines
• Singapore
• Thailand
• Timor-Leste
• Vietnam

Notes

• The visa on arrival fee is subject to change at any time.
• Visitors are advised to check with their respective embassies or consulates for the latest visa requirements.
• Travelers should ensure they have sufficient funds to cover the visa fee and any additional expenses during their stay in Indonesia.