Planning a trip to Indonesia? This guide covers exactly who needs a visa, what it costs, how long it takes and where to apply — using figures from Indonesia's official immigration authorities.
Quick answer
Most visitors to Indonesia need visa on arrival / e-voa, with an official government fee of IDR 500,000 (approx US$35).
Indonesia visa at a glance
| Visa required? | Yes, for many nationalities |
|---|---|
| Main visa type | Visa on Arrival / e-VOA |
| Government fee | IDR 500,000 (approx US$35) |
| Processing time | Usually within hours to 1-2 working days; apply before departure |
| Validity | Must be used within 90 days of issue |
| Permitted stay | 30 days |
| Where to apply | https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id |
| HolidaySG assistance fee | S$50 per applicant (usually S$100) |
Who needs a visa for Indonesia?
Visa on Arrival / e-VOA: Nationals of ~90+ eligible countries including India; not needed by Singapore/ASEAN citizens
ASEAN Visa Exemption (Singapore nationals): Singapore and other ASEAN passport holders
Traditional Visa on Arrival (sticker at airport): Same eligible nationalities as e-VOA (including India) who purchase at the arrival counter
Indonesia visa options, fees and processing times
| Option | Official fee | Max stay | Processing | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa on Arrival / e-VOA | IDR 500,000 (approx US$35) | 30 days | Usually within hours to 1-2 working days; apply before departure | https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id |
| ASEAN Visa Exemption (Singapore nationals) | Free (IDR 0) | 30 days | Immediate at immigration | N/A (on arrival) |
| Traditional Visa on Arrival (sticker at airport) | IDR 500,000 (approx US$35) | 30 days | Issued on arrival | On arrival at major Indonesian airports |
Documents required
For the Visa on Arrival / e-VOA:
- Passport valid at least 6 months
- Passport bio-data page scan
- Passport-style photo
- Return/onward ticket
- Credit/debit card for payment
- Email address
How to apply
- Check your requirement by nationality (table below) or use our checker.
- Visa on Arrival / e-VOA: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id — allow Usually within hours to 1-2 working days; apply before departure.
- ASEAN Visa Exemption (Singapore nationals): N/A (on arrival) — allow Immediate at immigration.
- Traditional Visa on Arrival (sticker at airport): On arrival at major Indonesian airports — allow Issued on arrival.
- Arrival formalities: e-CD (electronic customs declaration); all-in-one arrival card being rolled out
- Keep your approval/receipt with your passport; carry proof of accommodation, onward travel and funds.
Indonesia visa for children and families
Children usually need their own visa or entry authorisation, even infants. For family applications, prepare each traveller's passport and photo, and add birth certificates for minors and, where a child travels with one parent or a guardian, a consent letter. Applying for the whole family together keeps travel dates and reference numbers consistent.
Common mistakes, delays and rejection reasons
From handling Indonesia visa applications, these are the issues that most often cause delays or refusals. Avoiding them is the single biggest thing you can control:
- Passport validity: many countries require at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates — renew early if yours is close.
- Insufficient proof of funds: bank statements that are too thin, too new, or not in your name are a common reason for delays. Show a stable balance over the last 3–6 months.
- Photo specification errors: wrong size, background colour, glasses or a smile can bounce an application. Follow the exact spec for Indonesia.
- Applying too late: submit well before departure — allow the full processing window plus a buffer, not the minimum.
- Mismatched documents: names, dates and passport numbers must match exactly across your form, flight and hotel bookings.
- Weak ties to your home country: employment letters, leave approval and return bookings help show you intend to return.
- Prior overstays or refusals: declare them honestly; hiding history causes more problems than the history itself.
- Forgetting the arrival card: e-CD (electronic customs declaration); all-in-one arrival card being rolled out — complete it in the correct window or you can be delayed at the border.
Practical timeline: application → approval → travel
- 6–8 weeks before travel: check your passport validity, confirm your requirement, and start gathering documents.
- 3–4 weeks before: book refundable flights and accommodation (immigration may ask for these), then submit your Indonesia application.
- Processing: allow Usually within hours to 1-2 working days; apply before departure. Do not make non-refundable bookings until approved.
- On approval: print/save the approval, keep it with your passport, and complete any arrival card before you fly.
Before you travel to Indonesia
- Arrival card / declaration: e-CD (electronic customs declaration); all-in-one arrival card being rolled out
- Onward or return ticket: carry proof — airlines and immigration can ask for it.
- Funds: have evidence of enough money for your stay (card and some IDR).
- Travel insurance: strongly recommended, and mandatory for some destinations.
- Copies: keep a digital and paper copy of your visa/approval and passport photo page.
Good to know
- Apply e-VOA ≥48 h before departure. Extension via immigration office/agent before day 30.
Indonesia visa requirements by nationality
| Passport | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Indonesia visa?
Visa on Arrival / e-VOA: IDR 500,000 (approx US$35). HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$50.
How long does it take?
Visa on Arrival / e-VOA: Usually within hours to 1-2 working days; apply before departure.
Apply for your Indonesia visa with HolidaySG
Flat S$50 assistance fee per applicant (usually S$100) — official government fee: Free (exempt) · Visa on arrival: IDR 500,000 · Traditional Visa on: IDR 500,000. We check your eligibility, send a personalised document checklist, complete the forms and track your application until the outcome.
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Official sources
- Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi — verified 19 August 2026
- Official government source — verified 19 August 2026
Last updated 20 August 2026. Written and reviewed by the HolidaySG visa team and checked against the official sources above (facts verified 19 August 2026). Visa rules change and depend on your passport, residence and purpose of travel — always confirm with the official source before booking, or use our visa checker. HolidaySG re-confirms current requirements at the time of your application.