Are you planning your vacation in Bali? If so, you must know that you can enter Indonesia with a free visa. Yes, you read that right. The Indonesian Government offers free visas to nationals of more than 160 countries. While getting into Indonesia is easy if you are from the selected countries for a free visa, you may want to consider Bali visa on arrival if you’re planning to stay in the country for more than a month.
How to apply
a) Can I apply online or get an eVisa in advance?
Yes, you can apply for a tourist visa online by visiting the official website of the Indonesian Immigration department.
b) How long does it take to get the visa after reaching Indonesia?
On average, it takes 60-120 minutes to get a visa on arrival in Indonesia. The airport authority in Indonesia is very courteous to tourists. If you have all your documents ready, you will have no issues getting your visa after reaching Indonesia.
Which are the eligible countries for visa on arrival in Indonesia?
| Algeria | India | Russia |
| Argentina | Ireland | Saudi Arabia |
| Australia | Italy | Slovakia |
| Austria | Japan | Slovenia |
| Bahrain | Kuwait | South Africa |
| Belgium | Latvia | South Korea |
| Brazil | Liechtenstein | Spain |
| Bulgaria | Lithuania | Suriname |
| Canada | Luxembourg | Sweden |
| Cyprus | Maldives | Switzerland |
| Czech | Malta | Taiwan |
| Denmark | Mexico | Timor Leste |
| Egypt | Netherlands | Tunisia |
| Emirates (UAE) | New Zealand | Turkey |
| Estonia | Norway | United Kingdom |
| Fiji | Oman | United States |
| Finland | Panama | |
| France | P.R China | |
| Germany | Poland | |
| Greece | Portugal | |
| Hungary | Qatar | |
| Iceland | Romania |
How long is the visa applicable for?
The visa in Indonesia is valid for 30 days. However, you get it extended for another 30 days at the Indonesian embassy or consulate by paying US$35.
How much do I pay for getting the visa?
Tourist visa - USD 35