Indonesia Tourist Visa Requirements for New Zealand Citizens

Indonesia’s visa policy was recently updated. Visa exemptions are suspended for more than 150 nationalities, including citizens of New Zealand.

This means that, as a New Zealand passport holder, you need to apply for a visa to go to Indonesia. Indonesia electronic visas are the most convenient option for short stays.

Find out about Indonesia’s visa requirements for New Zealand citizens, and get started with your online application.

Do New Zealanders Need a Visa for Indonesia?

New Zealand nationals must hold a valid visa to travel to Indonesia, including for short vacations.

This does not mean you need to make an appointment at the Indonesian embassy. Thanks to the online visa application system, you can get your tourist visa 100% online.

There are 2 different electronic tourist visas, you’ll be assigned the correct one depending on how long you’ll stay.

Indonesia e-VOA and Tourist Visitor Visa from New Zealand

New Zealand nationals can get an e-VOA or a Tourist Visitor Visa for Indonesia. Both are available through this Indonesia visa application form.

If you’re planning a short vacation in Indonesia, the e-VOA is the correct option. You can stay up to 30 days with this electronic visa.

If you’ll be visiting Indonesia for longer, you can get a Tourist Visitor Visa and stay for up to 60 days.

Purposes of travel with an Indonesia e-Visa from New Zealand

With an electronic visa, you can visit Indonesia for:

• Tourism
• Leisure
• Business
• Visiting friends and family
• Transit (if leaving the airport)
• Official government visits
• Participating in cultural and sports events
• Purchasing goods

The e-VOA and Tourist Visitor Visa also function as a visa for Bali. Travelers from New Zealand to Bali do not need any separate authorization and can visit this popular Indonesian island using this approved visa.

To study or work, or for other long-term stays, you need a different type of Indonesian visit visa. You'll need an Indonesian citizens sponsor to apply for these types of visas.

Indonesia visa on arrival for New Zealand nationals

In addition to the e-VOA, New Zealanders can obtain an Indonesia visa on arrival (VOA) at several different ports of entry in Indonesia.

This is not as convenient as applying online as you must:

• Have all the documentation easily accessible in its paper form
• Pay the visa fee in cash. Debit and credit cards are not accepted
• Be prepared to wait in line at the border.

For these reasons, New Zealanders are advised to apply for an electronic visa. Get your visa approval before you travel and you can avoid delays at the border.

Indonesia Online Visa Application From New Zealand

You can apply for your Indonesia visa online at any time of day and from anywhere in the world. You do not have to be in New Zealand when you submit the application.

Here are the steps you need to follow:

It’s the same application form for the e-VOA and the Visitor Visa. Simply add your travel dates to be assigned the correct visa type for your trip.

Standard and priority visa processing available

You’re advised to apply for your visa well in advance of your travel dates. Average processing takes 1 to 2 days but you should allow extra time.

If you need your visa faster, select the Priority Service. Using this option your visa will be processed in just 1 hour.

You’ll receive your approved visa by email. Familiarize yourself with the visa conditions printed on your visa (validity, length of stay, etc.), and carry a copy with you when traveling to Indonesia.

Requirements for Indonesia's Online Visa for New Zelanad Visitors

You must meet the Indonesia visa requirements for New Zealand citizens to apply online.

The most important requirement is having a New Zealand passport, valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you’ll arrive in Indonesia. You must apply for your visa and travel to Indonesia with the same passport.

You also need:

• Digital image of the passport biography page
• Passport-style digital image of the applicant
• Debit or credit card to pay the eVisa fees
• Email address to receive the eVisa approval notice

Please note that all New Zelanders must have their own individually approved e-VOA for Indonesia. This includes minors listed on the passport of a parent or guardian.

Traveling to Indonesia as a New Zealand Citizen

Travelers from New Zealand can enter Indonesia either by plane, by boat (from Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, the Philippines, Palau, or Australia), or by land (from Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, or East Timor).

Check the Indonesian entry port you wish to use accepts electronic visas before you arrive.

There are direct flights from Auckland to Denpasar (DPS) airport in Bali. Flights with one or more stops connect New Zealand to other popular destinations such as Jakarta and Surabaya.

New Zealand passport holders with an approved electronic visa can visit all parts of the country, with the exception of any restricted areas and military zones.

Embassy registration for New Zealand nationals in Indonesia

You can register your trip to Indonesia with the New Zealand embassy when applying for your eVisa. By registering you’ll receive:

Citizens of New Zealand are encouraged to opt in for this service. Registered travelers can plan a safe trip to Indonesia and enjoy greater peace of mind during their stay. Select the ‘Embassy Registration’ option when you reach the eVisa payment page. An additional fee applies.