A Visa on Arrival is a visa that is granted when you arrive in a designated foreign country. It is available to tourists visiting for short-term visits, including to Bali, Indonesia. It’s applicable only for temporary stay, and there are some things that are not possible to do for VoA holders, including residing in the country for the long term, working or taking up employment, and registering for government services and benefits.
What nationalities can get a Visa on Arrival?
Currently, passport holders from 85 countries can apply for this type of visa, and check if your passport is eligible for the VoA here.
How do I get the Visa on Arrival?
You can purchase the Visa on Arrival at the VoA counter in the airport arrival hall. The price to purchase this visa is IDR 500 K (approximately USD 33). You can make the payment using cash, or credit card only.
You can also get Electronic Visa on Arrival on the immigration website 14 days before your travel. It’s more convenient and will save you time because you can avoid queuing at the airport. Remember only apply the e-VoA on the government website! You can apply the e-VoA here.
You also need to understand that this type of visa is for single entry only. So, if you leave Indonesia, and you want to come back then you need to apply for a new Visa on Arrival.
What do I need to prepare for a Visa on Arrival?
- The passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
- Return ticket.
- Cash or Credit Card for payment purposes.
You can’t use any Emergency Passport to apply for a visa. Everyone, including children and infants, must apply for a visa.
How long the Visa on Arrival is valid to use?
Visa on Arrival is valid for 30 days. It can be extended only once for another 30 days. You must leave the country before your visa expired. You also can not apply for B211A On-Shore Visa to extend your stay if you have extended your Visa on Arrival.
What happens if I overstay?
If you overstay your visa, you have to pay a fine of IDR 1.000 K (approximately USD 66) per day. You might be detained, deported, or banned from coming back to Indonesia if you overstayed substantially for some period of time.
You can also apply for Second Home Visa for a longer stay. Learn about the Second Home Visa here.