To gain entry into Indonesia, foreign nationals need to have in their possession passports with at least six months of validity and appropriate visas.

Visa application is carried out at the Indonesian Embassies or Consulates overseas nearest to the applicants’ domicile. The application is made by filling out appropriate application forms - available from the Embassies or Consulates - and by enclosing 2 color passport-size photographs and a valid passport, along with supporting documents depending on the types of visa to be applied.

Please note that the passport submitted has to have at least six (6) months of validity at the proposed date of entry into Indonesia.

A fee is payable in local currencies for the visa application, depending on the type of visa and the duration of stay. Please note that the fee should only be paid in cash or by bank transfer through the appointed bank. Queries regarding the amount of the visa fee should be referred to the Indonesian Embassy/Consular Mission where the visa application is filed.

Decisions on many of the types of visa applications are normally made within 2 x 24 hours. Certain applications, such as those to work, study or live in Indonesia and other applications that need a special permit from the Immigration Office in Indonesia need to be referred to Jakarta for approval. This process can take up to two months before a decision is made and the visa granted.
Visa that has been issued is valid for 90 days. If an applicant fails to enter Indonesia within the 90 days period after the visa is issued, the visa will be declared invalid.

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