Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PassportsPassport valid for
at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Visa NoteAll nationals referred to in the chart are eligible for a 30-day visa on arrival; visas on arrival are not extendable; for stays longer than 30 days or for non-tourist stays nationals should apply for a visa in advance. To apply in advance nationals must:
(a) have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry;
(b) enter Indonesia through one of the main ports listed below:
Airports:
Adi Juanda (Surabaya), Adisutjipto (Yogyakarta), Adi Sumarno (Solo), El Tari (Kupang), Halim Perdanakusuma (Jakarta), Hassanudin (Makasar), Ngurah Rai (Denpasar), Polonia (Medan), Sam Ratulangi (Manado), Selaparang (Mataram), Sepinggan (Balik Papan), Soekarno Hatta (Jakarta), Sultan Syarif Kasim II (Pekan Baru) and Tabing (Padang).
Seaports:
Bandar Bintan, Selani Lagoi and Bandar Sri Udana Lobam (Tanjung Uban, Bintan), Batu Ampar, Marina Teluk Senimba, Nongsa, Sekupang and Batam Center (Batam Island), Belawan (North Sumatera), Benoa (Island of Bali) Bitung (Sulawesi), Bitung (Sulawsi), Jayapura (Irian Jaya), Marina Teluk Senimba (Batam Island), Maumere (East Nusa Tenggara), Padang Bai (Bali), Pare-Pare (South Sulawesi), Sibolga (North Sumatera), Soekarno-Hatta (Makasar), Sri Bintan Pura (Riau), Tanjung Balai Karimun (Sumatera), Tanjung Mas (Semarang), Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Teluk Bayur (Padang), Tenau (Kupang), Yos Sudarso (Dumai, Sumatra).
Visitors who exceed their 30-day stay will be fined US$20 per day. Visitors staying longer than 60 days risk large fines and may face deportation or imprisonment.
Journalists should apply for a visa through the information department of the Indonesian embasy.
Types of Visa and CostSingle-entry: £35.
Multiple-entry: £125 (
business only).
Transit: £15.
Tourist visas issued on arrival: minimum US$25, depending on port of entry. Fees are non-refundable.
ValiditySingle-entry: Three months from date of issue for a maximum stay of 60 days.
Multiple-entry: One year, with each stay lasting no longer than 60 days. The first entry must be within three months of date of issue.
Transit: Three months from the date of issue for a maximum stay of seven days.
Applications to:Consular section at embassy; see
General Info. All visitors are advised to process their visas at the visa section at the embassy before entry to Indonesia.
Working Days RequiredTwo to six. Applications for multiple-entry business visas and applications from nationals of certain countries will need to be referred to the authorities in Indonesia and may take two months or more. There is an additional £5 fee in this case.
WarningTravelers are advised
against all travel to Central Sulawesi Province and Maluku Province, especially Ambon. Both provinces have been subject to outbreaks of internal violence and the security situation continues to remain unsettled.
Travelers are advised to exercise caution when traveling to Aceh, which is emerging from a long-running internal conflict. Visitors should exercise particular caution when traveling to remote areas, and should also monitor all available information on the local situation.
There remains a high threat from terrorism in Indonesia. Foreigners and locations and buildings frequented by foreigners are particularly attractive potential targets to terrorists. Terrorists have shown in previous, recent attacks that they have the means and the motivation to carry out successful attacks.
Travelers should take sensible precautions for their personal safety and avoid large crowds, political gatherings and demonstrations.
Those visiting or resident in Indonesia should exercise caution at all times. Travelers are strongly advised to ensure that they are comfortable with, and regularly review their own and their family’s security arrangements.
Developments in Iraq and on the Middle East Peace Process do affect Indonesia. Travelers should follow news reports and be alert to developments, which might trigger public disturbances. Travelers should take sensible precautions for their personal safety and avoid large crowds, political gatherings and demonstrations.
Indonesia is located in an active earthquake zone, and major earthquakes can occur at any time. In 2007 there have been a number of major earthquakes, most recently on 12 and 13 September 2007.
Travelers should be aware of concerns about the safety of Indonesian airlines. The EU announced that all Indonesian airlines, including the national carrier
Garuda are banned from entering the EU. Travelers should use other airlines if possible.
Outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Indonesia have led to over 90 reported human fatalities. The last fatality was in 2008.
As a precaution, travelers should avoid live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where they may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.
Poor sanitation and eating contaminated food can increase the risk of cholera, diphtheria, typhoid and other diseases. Travelers should not drink tap water or water that is not bottled and sealed. Wherever possible, bottled water should be bought from reputable sources.
Anthrax is endemic in East Nusa Tengarra province in Indonesia. It is an acute infection that usually only affects livestock, but it can be transmitted to humans who handle or eat infected animals. On 30 October 2007, three villages in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, were closed to outsiders after a number of people fell ill from eating anthrax-infected buffalo meat.
On 28 October 2007, an outbreak of leprosy was reported in East Flores regency, East Nusa Tenggara. Health officials said that poor sanitation, malnutrition and the water shortage in the area caused the disease.
Penalties for illegal drug importation and use are severe and can include the death penalty.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice.
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travelHealth | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Sometimes* | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No** | |
Health CareHealth insurance to include emergency repatriation cover is strongly advised. Adequate routine medical care is available in all major cities, but emergency services are generally inadequate outside major cities. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payments before any treatment is given. Although medical costs are relatively cheap, drugs can be expensive.
Note* The risk of malaria varies according to area - check before travel.
**A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers coming from infected areas.
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