Visas
Nationals of the following 46 countries do not need visas, and
are granted visa-free entry for 60 days upon arrival.
• Argentina
• Australia
• Austria Italy
• Belgium
• Brazil
• Brunei
• Canada
• Chile
• Denmark
• Egypt
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Ireland Saudi Arabia
• Japan
• Kuwait
• Liechtenstein
• Luxembourg
• Malaysia
• Maldives
• Malta • Mexico
• Monaco
• Morocco
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Philippines
• Singapore
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Turkey
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Venezuela
• Yugoslavia
Be sure to check your passport before leaving for Indonesia.
You must have at least one empty page to be stamped upon arrival
and the passport must be valid for at least six months after
the date of arrival. For visa-free entry, you must also have
proof of onward journey, either a return or through ticket.
Employment is strictly forbidden on tourist visas or visa-free
entry.
Visa-free entry to Indonesia cannot be extended beyond two months
(60 days) and can. not be converted to any other kind of visa.
A visa is required in advance for all other nationals or arrivals
at minor ports.
Upon arrival you will be given a white embarkation/disembarkation
card to fill out. Keep this card with your passport, as you
must present it when leaving the country.
Other Visas
The 2-month, non-extendable tourist pass is the only entry permit
that comes without a great deal of paperwork. A social visa,
usually valid for 4-5 weeks, can be extended for up to 6 months,
but is difficult to get. You must have a good reason for being
in Indonesia (relatives, language study), and you must have
a sponsor who will assume financial responsibility for you.
The process can take days or even weeks, and extensions are
at the discretion of the immigration office where you apply.
A business visa requires a letter from a company stating that
you are performing a needed service for a company in Indonesia.
It is valid for up to one year, but you must leave the country
every 4 months. This is not intended as an employment visa,
but is for investors, consultants, or other business purposes.
You are not to earn money in Indonesia on a business visa.
Two other types of passes are available: the temporary residence
pass (KITAS) for research, formal study, or employment, and
the permanent residence pass (KITAP). Both are difficult to
get.
The Immigration Office is on JI. Panjaitan and open 8am-3pm
Mon-Thurs, Fri till 11 am and Sat until 12 noon, Phone 227828.
It can be reached from Sanur by the green bemo. Be on your best
behavior and dress appropriately.
