Embassy
Embassy of Australia, Jakarta
Jakarta
Jalan Patra Kuningan Raya Kav. 1-4
Indonesia visa requirements for Australian citizens
Australian citizens get a visa on arrival in Indonesia, for up to 30 days.
Passport
AUS
Australia
Going to
IDN
Indonesia
Visa on arrival
People with eligible passports can buy this visa at approved border checkpoints.
- Visa
- On arrival
- Max stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- IDR 500,000
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo.
Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
Queue at the visa-on-arrival desk before immigration in Indonesia.
Ways into Indonesia
Visit without a visa or choose a tourist visa.
eVisa For your passportB1 online arrival visaPeople with eligible passports can buy their arrival visa online before travel.
- Stay
- 30–60 days
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- IDR 500,000
- Processing
- 1 day
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Check your passport qualifies on the official visa website.
- Complete the form.
- Upload your passport, photo and ticket out of Indonesia.
- Pay by debit or credit card.
- Check your account and email for the visa.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Passport photo page
- Recent colour photo
- Return or onward ticket
- No sponsor is needed; extend once for up to 60 days total.
- Official passport lists differ; check the visa website before you apply.
Visa on arrival For your passportB1 visa on arrivalPeople with eligible passports can buy this visa at approved border checkpoints.
- Stay
- 30–60 days
- Fee
- IDR 500,000
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Check your passport and arrival checkpoint qualify.
- Show your passport and pay at the arrival counter.
- Show Immigration your receipt and travel documents.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Return or onward ticket
- Payment receipt
- Extend once for up to 60 days total.
- Passport lists differ; emergency passport acceptance is also unclear.
eVisaC1 tourist visaApply online for a tourist stay of up to 60 days.
- Stay
- 60–180 days
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- IDR 1,000,000
- Processing
- 5 days
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Create an account on the official visa website.
- Choose C1 and upload your documents.
- Check whether you need a sponsor.
- Pay as shown on the website.
- Wait for approval before travel.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Bank statements covering 90 days
- Proof of funds: 2000 USD
- Colour photo from past 365 days
- Sponsor papers, if needed
- Use the visa within 90 days; extensions allow up to 180 days total.
- You cannot do paid work for Indonesian people or companies.
eVisaD1 repeat tourist visitsThis visa lets approved tourists make more than one visit.
- Stay
- 60 days
- Valid for
- 1825 days
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Choose D1 on the official visa website.
- Complete the form.
- Pay by credit card.
- The 1825-day option comes from a December 2023 announcement; D1 remains listed.
- Each visit allows up to 60 days, not the full visa length.
Sources (25)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Official Indonesian e-visa portal; identified by embassy links, but automated access returned 403
- Ngurah Rai Immigration: visa-free entry, visas on arrival and checkpoints
- Bontang Immigration: visa conditions and application procedures
- Bontang Immigration: nationality lists and additional-approval nationalities
- Official legal database: Ministerial Regulation 10 of 2026
- Ministerial Regulation 10 of 2026: additional visa-free nationalities
- Jakarta Pusat Immigration: visa documents and electronic arrival-visa list
- Jakarta Pusat Immigration: C1 tourist visa
- Immigration: education visas and fees
- Jakarta Pusat Immigration: residence classes and durations
- Southeast Sulawesi Immigration: visa catalogue
- Immigration: five-year D1 and D2 announcement
- Ngurah Rai Immigration: E33G remote-worker guide
- Immigration: Global Citizen of Indonesia launch
- Yogyakarta Immigration: older visa and transit guidance
- Washington Embassy: current consular service and visa application direction
- Washington Embassy: fee schedule effective 16 March 2026
- Washington Embassy: legacy tourism checklist; outdated health rules not adopted
- London Embassy: official visa services
- New Delhi Embassy: journalism and filming visas
- Doha Embassy: single-entry visa requirements, updated August 2026
- Doha Embassy: visa on arrival
- Lima Embassy: electronic visa on arrival; some conditions conflict with newer immigration guidance
- Mexico City Embassy: C1–C4 guidance, updated February 2026
- Foreign Ministry: official All Indonesia declaration FAQ
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Consulate general
Consulate-General of Australia, Surabaya
Surabaya
Esa Sampoerna Center, Jl. Ir. Soekarno No. 198 60117
Trips to Indonesia
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Coming from Australia
- Plugs C FAdapter needed
- MoneyIDR Rp
- Time+2h
- DrivingOn the leftSame as home
- LanguageIndonesian
- Emergency112 police
Planning your Indonesia trip
Best time to go: April to October is the dry season in most of the country, including Java and Bali. Rain still falls, seasons vary by region, and forest-fire smoke can affect Sumatra and Kalimantan, usually in June, July and August.
- Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National ParkThe park is a destination reached from Malang, with volcanic scenery among Indonesia's main natural attractions.
- Lake TobaThe lake is a destination that travellers can visit via Medan.
- BaliOne of Indonesia's main tourist destinations, with accommodation ranging from simple guesthouses to luxury resorts.
- Indonesia's rainforestsThe country's tropical forests are among the world's largest and support abundant wildlife.
Scams to watch for in Indonesia
- Pickpocketing and distraction theftThieves take phones or wallets from pockets and bags in crowded places. On Bandung angkots, someone acting sick or behaving oddly may distract you while belongings are stolen.
- Phone and camera snatchingThieves grab exposed phones or other valuables. Phones are increasingly targeted. Criminals may operate at traffic lights even when there are crowds.
- Taxi meter refusal and inflated fixed faresA driver refuses to use the meter and quotes an inflated fare. In Kuta, this remains a common problem near bars and clubs at night.
About Indonesia
Indonesia is a Southeast Asian archipelago republic of more than 17,000 islands on the equator.
- Capital
- Jakarta
- Money
- Indonesian rupiah (Rp)
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Time zone
- 3 time zones
- Cars drive on the
- left side
- Calling code
- +62
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Questions
Do australian citizens need a visa for Indonesia?
Australian citizens get a visa on arrival in Indonesia, for up to 30 days.
How long can australian citizens stay in Indonesia?
Up to 30 days each visit with the visa on arrival rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Can I get the Indonesia visa at the airport?
Yes. Australian citizens get the visa when they land in Indonesia. Carry cash for the fee, a passport photo, your return ticket and hotel details.
Do indonesian citizens need a visa for Australia?
Indonesian citizens need a visa for Australia, from its embassy or consulate.
Do other Oceania passports get easier entry to Indonesia?
New Zealand and Papua New Guinea can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Indonesia are easier for australian citizens?
Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand Brunei, and 3 more let australian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Indonesia?
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo. Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
What money is used in Indonesia?
Indonesian rupiah (Rp). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Indonesia?
Indonesian.
How strong is the Australia passport?
It ranks #12 and reaches 150 destinations without applying ahead.
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