QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Indonesia with a US passport?
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Visa on arrival when you land.
Verified October 5, 2026
Source: Directorate General of Immigration, Indonesia (official e-Visa website).
What you need
- Visa on arrival
Visa on arrival when you land.
Source: Directorate General of Immigration, Indonesia (official e-Visa website)
QTT checked Indonesia's official guidance on October 5, 2026. We re-check these sources and update this page when official rules change.
Official sources
- The official portal offers Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) applications and requires all travelers to submit an arrival card within 3 days before arriving in Indonesia. (Directorate General of Immigration, Indonesia (official e-Visa website), verified October 5, 2026)
- The page states that foreigners using Visa on Arrival must pay IDR 500,000 and are allowed to stay up to 30 days, extendable once. (Indonesian Immigration Office, Yogyakarta (imigrasi.go.id), verified October 5, 2026)
- U.S. travelers can apply for a 30-day electronic visa in advance or purchase a visa on arrival at the airport; passports must have 6 months validity beyond arrival with 2 blank pages. (U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov), verified October 5, 2026)
- Permenimipas No. 9/2025 (Minister of Immigration and Correctional Affairs): the Bebas Visa Kunjungan (BVK) visa-exempt nationality list (15 countries: ASEAN members plus Brazil, Turkey, Colombia, Suriname, Hong Kong). Loaded live, HTTP 200 on 2026-10-06. (Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi (Indonesia), verified October 6, 2026)
- Yogyakarta Immigration Office: complete numbered list of the 97 nationalities eligible for Visa on Arrival (30 days, extendable once); all other nationalities must obtain an e-Visa before departure. Together with the BVK exempt list this is the full inbound matrix. Loaded live, HTTP 200 on 2026-10-06. (Kantor Imigrasi Yogyakarta / Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi (Indonesia), verified October 6, 2026)
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Indonesia visa hub.
Visa costs and applying
- Fee: 500000 IDR, 30 days, card payment only
Source: Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Berlin. - Apply: Start the official e-VOA application portal
- Official information: Visa on arrival information (Indonesian Embassy Berlin)
Issued at the border; no pre-application
Indonesia at a glance
| Region | Asia |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 32 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/F sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Indonesia is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 32 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Indonesia compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: US devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but Indonesia uses Type C/F. Voltage differs too (230/400 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Indonesia.
Good to know about Indonesia
- Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with two blank pages. A damaged or altered passport can be refused. (U.S. Department of State, Indonesia country information)
- Within 72 hours before landing, fill in the free All Indonesia arrival card online and save the QR code. You will show it to both immigration and customs when you arrive. (U.S. Department of State, Indonesia country information)
- Visiting Bali? Foreign tourists pay a levy of IDR 150,000 per person, separate from any visa fee. You can pay online before you travel or at the counters at Bali's airport and seaport. (U.S. Department of State, Indonesia country information)
- Marijuana, cannabis, and CBD products are illegal in Indonesia, and so are some prescription medicines. Check the rules before you pack. (U.S. Department of State, Indonesia country information)
Common questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Indonesia?
Yes. Visa on arrival when you land.
How long can a US passport holder stay in Indonesia?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Indonesia's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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