What Is the Indonesia Visa on Arrival?
The Visa on Arrival (VOA) is the most popular entry option for short-term visitors to Indonesia. Available to citizens of over 90 countries, it allows you to stay for 30 days with the option to extend for another 30 days.
As of 2026, the VOA costs $35 USD (or equivalent in IDR) and can be paid at immigration counters in all major Indonesian airports, including Ngurah Rai (Bali), Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta), and Juanda (Surabaya).
Who Is Eligible for the VOA?
Citizens from countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, most EU nations, Japan, South Korea, and many more are eligible. You will need a passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry and proof of onward travel.
How to Extend Your VOA
You can extend your VOA once for an additional 30 days, giving you a total of 60 days in Indonesia. The extension must be applied for at a local immigration office before your initial 30-day period expires.
The extension process typically takes 5-7 working days and requires multiple visits to the immigration office. Many visitors choose to use a visa agent to handle this process, saving time and avoiding the bureaucratic complexity.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not having enough passport validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
- No proof of onward travel: Immigration officers may ask for a return or onward flight ticket.
- Waiting too long to extend: Start your extension at least 7 working days before expiry.
- Overstaying: Overstaying results in a fine of IDR 1,000,000 per day and potential deportation.
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