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Indonesia Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

UK citizens can obtain a 30-day Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA) for Indonesia at designated entry points; the fee is USD 35 (approx IDR 550,000), payable in cash, with a possible 30-day extension; processing at entry points typically takes 30–60 minutes.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Indonesia.
  • Specific forms: No pre-application form for VOA; you will complete the Arrival Card at the port of entry.
  • Financial proof: No fixed financial proof required for VOA; carry enough funds to cover your stay.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Proof of onward or return travel is not mandatory but carrying your itinerary and accommodation details is advisable.
  • Photo spec: A passport photo is not typically required for VOA; if the desk requests a photo, a recent standard-size photo may be taken at the counter.
  • Biometrics: Yes, you may be photographed and fingerprints may be collected at the VOA counter.
  • Travel health insurance: Not required for VOA; recommended to have health insurance for your trip.
  • Official portals: Check details at https://molina.imigrasi.go.id/ and consular/embassy guidance at https://www.kemlu.go.id/.

Visa types

  • Tourist VOA (Kunjungan Wisata) on Arrival: 30 days, single entry, fee USD 35 (approx IDR 550,000); extension up to 30 days permissible.
  • Business VOA (Kunjungan Bisnis) on Arrival: 30 days, single entry, fee USD 35 (approx IDR 550,000); extension up to 30 days permissible.
  • Social-Cultural Visit VOA (Kunjungan Sosial Budaya) on Arrival: 30 days, single entry, fee USD 35 (approx IDR 550,000); extension up to 30 days permissible.
  • Note: Long-stay student or work visas require prior processing through an Indonesian embassy/consulate and are not issued on arrival.
  • Official sources: details and lists of eligible entry points are published on the MOLINA portal (https://molina.imigrasi.go.id/).

Visa on arrival

  • How to apply online: Not applicable for VOA; apply on arrival at designated entry points.
  • Where to apply: VOA counters at participating airports and seaports listed on the MOLINA portal (https://molina.imigrasi.go.id/).
  • Steps:
  • Arrive at the VOA desk after you clear initial border checks.
  • Present your passport and the other required items listed in the 'What you need' section.
  • Pay the visa fee (USD 35) in cash (USD or local currency depending on port signage).
  • Receive the VOA stamp/endorsement in your passport and proceed to the immigration counters.
  • You will be granted a 30-day stay (single entry).
  • Fees and currencies: Visa fee is USD 35; many ports also accept IDR cash; verify at the counter.
  • Processing time: Typically 30–60 minutes at peak times.
  • Extension: You can extend for an additional 30 days at a local Immigration Office inside Indonesia before the current VOA expires; extension fee is USD 35 (approx IDR 550,000).

Fees & processing time

  • VOA fee: USD 35 (approx IDR 550,000).
  • Local currency alternative: IDR cash may be accepted at some ports; check signage at the counter.
  • Total cost estimate: 35 USD for the initial 30-day stay; extension 35 USD if you extend for 30 more days.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for Visa on Arrival (VOA).
  • Standard processing time: 30–60 minutes at the VOA counters, depending on queues.
  • Express/priority option: Not typically available for VOA; processing times depend on port throughput.

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Plan to arrive early in the day at the port of entry to reduce queue times; prepare extra time for potential delays.
  • How far in advance to apply: VOA is issued on arrival; there is no pre-travel online application for VOA.
  • Common reasons for issues/rejections: passport validity under 6 months, insufficient funds or lack of onward travel details, or attempting to use a non-VOA route when VOA is required for your purpose.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy: For VOA you do not use VFS/BLS; this is handled directly at the entry-point counters; for long-term or non-VOA visas, apply via the Indonesian embassy/consulate as advised on official pages.
  • Travel advisories or bilateral notes: Check the UK government travel advice for Indonesia and any updated entry requirements before travel; official guidance can be found at https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice and the Indonesian MOLINA portal for current VOA rules.
  • Extension options inside Indonesia: VOA can be extended once for up to 30 more days at an Indonesian Immigration Office; bring your passport, current VOA, passport photos if requested, and the extension fee (approximately USD 35).
  • Documentation to carry: keep a printed itinerary, hotel details, and evidence of onward travel as supporting documents, even if not strictly required.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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