Indonesia Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizens
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Apply for your visa onlineU.S. passport holders generally need a visa to enter Indonesia. Eligible travelers can apply online for a visa before departure.
You can easily apply for your Indonesian visa online, using our streamlined platform.
Find out more about the Indonesia online visa policy here, including the different visa types and how to apply.
Summary:
- U.S. citizens usually need a visa to enter Indonesia, including for tourism visits to Bali.
- The B1 visa allows 30 days and the C1 visa allows for 60 days.
- Applicants need a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival, a recent photograph, an email address, and a payment card.
Do U.S. Citizens Need a Visa for Indonesia?
Yes, U.S. passport holders need a visa to enter Indonesia. They cannot visit Indonesia visa-free.
For eligible tourism trips, they can apply online for a B1 or C1 visa. Applications can be completed online through our platform.
Bali’s visa requirements for U.S. citizens
The visa requirements for Bali are the same as for Indonesia. You can use your B1 or C1 Visitor Visa to visit Bali, entering through Ngurah Rai Airport.
About the Indonesia Online Visas for American Citizens
There are 2 types of electronic visa for U.S. citizens:
Both of these visas are available through our online application.
Note: You do not need to choose a visa type. You’ll be automatically assigned the correct visa depending on your travel plans (see below).
Key features of the B1 and C1 Visitor Visas for the U.S.
The entry-validity period is not the same as the permitted stay. The permitted stay begins when you enter Indonesia.
How long can a U.S. visitor stay with a B1 or C1 visa?
U.S. visitors can stay for up to 30 days with a B1 visa or up to 60 days with a C1 visa.
The B1 can be extended once for another 30 days. The C1 is also extendable, subject to the conditions shown on the issued visa.
We select the correct visa for your trip from the U.S.
When you complete our online application, we’ll ask you for the length of your trip to Indonesia. Based on this information, we’ll then select which visa type is best for you.
All you need to do is complete our simple form, we take care of the decision-making for you.
Other ways to apply for an Indonesia visa from the U.S.
Eligible U.S. citizens can obtain a Visa on Arrival at certain Indonesian entry points instead of applying online before departure. Applying online in advance saves time at the airport.
To obtain a Visa on Arrival, travelers must present:
- U.S. passport valid for at least 6 months
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Payment for the Visa on Arrival fee
Payment may be accepted in Indonesian rupiah or U.S. dollars at the designated counter. Travelers should check the latest official Indonesian immigration information before departure.
What You Need to Apply for an Indonesia Online Visa From the U.S.
Americans must have the following items to apply for the Indonesia visa online:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the arrival date
- Passport-size photograph
- Email address
- Debit or credit card
Required information for U.S. citizens
The following information is required to apply with a U.S. passport:
- Personal information
- Full name
- Gender
- Date and place of birth
- Passport details
- Passport number
- Date of issue and expiry
- Nationality
- Travel information
- Mode of transport
- Arrival date
- Accommodation address
You must provide the information exactly as it appears on your passport. The approved visa is only valid with the passport you used to apply.
How to Apply for an Indonesia Visa from the United States
You can apply for an Indonesia visa online from the U.S. The application process is fast and convenient:
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Fill out the online form
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Pay the visa fees by debit or credit card
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Receive your approved visa by email
You should print your approved visa and carry it when traveling from the United States to Indonesia.
Arriving in Indonesia From the U.S. with an Electronic Visa
You must enter Indonesia before the entry-validity date shown on your approved visa. On arrival, you must present the passport used for the application and have your visa available as a digital or printed copy.
Electronic visas are accepted at air, land, and sea borders. The 2 main ports of entry for American travelers are these international airports:
- Soekarno-Hata Airport (CGK) Jakarta
- Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), Bali
Travelers should have the following available when they arrive:
- U.S. passport used for the visa application
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- At least 2 blank passport pages
- Digital or printed copy of the approved visa
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Arrival Card submitted within 3 days before arrival
Note: Holding an approved visa does not guarantee entry to Indonesia. Border officials have the right to allow or deny entry.
U.S. travelers should check official sources for updated travel information for Indonesia.
Do Americans need a visa to transit in Indonesia?
U.S. passport holders do not need an Indonesia transit visa if they will remain in the international transit area of Soekarno-Hata Airport for less than 24 hours, or other Indonesian international airports for less than 8 hours.
You do need a visa to go through immigration, for example, to change airports or terminals, even if the total transit time is under 24 hours. U.S. passport holders who have a layover in Indonesia and wish to leave the airport can apply for a B1 or C1 visa.