What's the difference between e-VOA, VoA and the B211A Tourist Visa?

e-VOA ($55) and VoA ($35 cash on arrival) are the same product — 30-day stay, single entry, extendable +30. e-VOA is applied online before flight; VoA is paid in cash USD at the airport. Both grant the same rights. The B211A Tourist Single ($80) is a different product — 60 days from the start, extendable twice (total 180), better for long stays. The B211A Multi-Entry ($250) is 12-month multi-entry for repeat travellers.

Can I work remotely in Indonesia on a Tourist eVisa?

Officially, no — Tourist eVisas (e-VOA, B211A) prohibit any form of work, including remote work for foreign employers. In practice, Bali has an enormous digital nomad community working from cafes and co-working spaces. For full legal status, Indonesia launched the E33G Remote Worker Visa in 2024 — 1-year validity, multi-entry, allows remote work for non-Indonesian employers. Requirements: $60,000+ annual income proof, $2,000+ in savings, valid passport, employer letter. The B211A Tourist visas remain a popular grey-area option for shorter remote stays.

How do I get around Indonesia?

Internal flights are essential for any trip beyond Bali — AirAsia, Lion Air, Citilink, Garuda Indonesia connect all major islands cheaply ($30-80 per leg). Within Bali: Grab/Gojek apps for taxis, scooter rental for $5-7/day, hire a private driver for $30-50/day. Within Java: trains (the Jakarta-Yogyakarta-Surabaya line is excellent and cheap). Between islands: ferries (Bali-Lombok-Gilis), liveaboard boats (Komodo). Avoid long bus journeys when a $30 flight saves 12 hours.

Travel to Indonesia

From the rice terraces of Bali to the volcanic peaks of Java, the dragons of Komodo, the diving paradise of Raja Ampat and the wild jungles of Sumatra — Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, with 17,500+ islands and a culture, cuisine and landscape for every kind of traveller.

Indonesia eVisa: Apply Online — e-VOA, Tourist or Multi-Entry

Indonesia eVisa

Electronic visa for tourism and short business travel to Indonesia, including Bali, Java, Lombok and the Komodo Islands.

e-VOA Single Entry (30 days)

SINGLE ENTRYTourism

Validity

90 days from issue

Max Stay

30 days

Processing

3-7 business days

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B211A Tourist Visa - Single Entry (60 days)

SINGLE ENTRYTourism

Validity

90 days from issue

Max Stay

60 days

Processing

3-7 business days

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B211A Visit Visa - Multiple Entry (12 months)

MULTIPLE ENTRYTourismBusiness

Validity

12 months

Max Stay

60 days

Processing

3-7 business days

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Why Visit Indonesia?

Indonesia is the world's most-underestimated travel destination. Most foreigners think 'Bali' and stop there, but the archipelago has the depth of an entire continent. Bali alone gets 6 million tourists per year — and yet remains the smallest of Indonesia's interesting islands. Java houses 60% of the population, the volcano-and-temple cultural heart of the country (Borobudur, Yogyakarta, Mount Bromo, Ijen blue fire crater). Komodo shelters the world's largest lizard. Raja Ampat in Indonesian Papua is widely considered the most biodiverse marine ecosystem on the planet. Sumatra hides orangutans, the giant Lake Toba caldera, and elephants. Add legendary surf breaks, world-class diving, distinctive cuisines that change every island, and prices that remain among the most affordable in Asia — and you have the trip of a lifetime, repeatable every year.

Lush green rice terraces in mountainous rural Indonesia, Bali

Rice terraces in Bali — the iconic Indonesian landscape

Top Destinations in Indonesia

Bali — the Island of the Gods

Bali is small (5 780 km², roughly the size of Cornwall in the UK) but contains a remarkable variety of experiences. Ubud in the central highlands is the cultural and yoga capital — rice terraces of Tegalalang, the Sacred Monkey Forest, traditional dance performances, dozens of yoga studios. Seminyak and Canggu on the southwest coast are the cosmopolitan hubs — beach clubs, surf breaks, the digital nomad scene, world-class restaurants. Uluwatu on the south peninsula has the legendary clifftop Pura Luhur Uluwatu temple, the Single Fin sunset bar, and reef breaks for experienced surfers. Nusa Penida across the strait is the dramatic newcomer — Kelingking Beach (the 'T-Rex' viewpoint), Angel's Billabong, snorkelling with manta rays. East Bali remains less developed — Amed for diving the USS Liberty wreck, Mount Agung for sunrise treks, Sidemen for rice paddies without the Ubud crowds. Allow 7 to 14 days for Bali alone.

Yogyakarta and the Cultural Heart of Java

Borobudur temple in Central Java, Indonesia, under a clear blue sky — the world's largest Buddhist temple

Borobudur — the world's largest Buddhist temple, Central Java

Yogyakarta (locally just 'Jogja') is the cultural capital of Java and the gateway to two of Indonesia's most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage sites: Borobudur — the world's largest Buddhist temple, a 9th-century mountain of black volcanic stone covered in 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues, best visited at sunrise — and Prambanan, the towering 9th-century Hindu temple complex 17 km away. Yogyakarta itself has the Sultan's Palace (Kraton), the Taman Sari water castle, batik workshops, and Malioboro Street markets. From Jogja you can side-trip to Mount Bromo for the iconic sunrise volcano view (overnight trip), and Mount Ijen for the surreal blue-fire sulphur mining at dawn. Allow 3 to 5 days for the Yogyakarta circuit, or 6 to 7 if you add Bromo and Ijen.

Komodo Islands and Flores

Pink Beach in Komodo National Park, Indonesia, with anchored boats in turquoise water

Pink Beach in Komodo National Park — one of only seven pink beaches in the world

Fly to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) on the western tip of Flores — the gateway to the Komodo National Park. The standard format is a 3- or 4-day liveaboard boat that hops between the islands: Komodo Island and Rinca for the dragons (3-metre carnivorous lizards, walking tours with local rangers), Padar Island for the iconic three-coloured-bays viewpoint, Pink Beach for swimming, Manta Point and Batu Bolong for world-class diving. Boats range from $50/night for budget shared cabins to $1,000/night for luxury phinisi yachts. Best time: April to October (dry season). Add 2 days in Labuan Bajo town itself for the bars overlooking the harbour.

Lombok and the Gili Islands

Bali's quieter neighbour, accessible by 30-minute flight or 4-hour fast ferry. Mount Rinjani (3,726 m) is Indonesia's second-highest volcano — a 2- to 4-day climb with a crater lake summit, regarded as one of the great treks of Southeast Asia. Kuta Lombok on the south coast is the quiet, less-developed surf capital with empty beaches like Tanjung Aan and Selong Belanak. The Gili Islands off Lombok's northwest coast — Gili Trawangan (parties), Gili Air (chill), Gili Meno (couples) — are car-free, cidomo-cart-and-bicycle paradises with snorkelling spots a 5-minute swim from the beach. The Gilis are technically part of Lombok province but feel like independent island states.

Sumatra, Sulawesi and Beyond

Sumatra: the giant western island. Bukit Lawang for orangutan trekking in Gunung Leuser National Park (one of only two places on Earth with wild orangutans). Lake Toba — the world's largest volcanic lake, 100 km long, with Samosir Island in the middle (Batak culture, hot springs). Pulau Weh at the northern tip for diving. Sulawesi: the orchid-shaped island. Tana Toraja in the highlands for the unique funeral culture (effigies in cliffs, water-buffalo sacrifices that last days). Bunaken Marine Park off Manado for some of Asia's best diving. Raja Ampat: in West Papua, often described as the world's most biodiverse marine ecosystem — Misool, Wayag, Pianemo viewpoint. Expensive to reach (fly Jakarta → Sorong, then boat) but on every diver's bucket list. Maluku Islands: the original Spice Islands — Ambon, Banda Neira, off the standard route, fascinating colonial history.

Best Time to Visit Indonesia

Indonesia spans 5 100 km from west to east — climate varies dramatically by region. The general rule for the most-visited islands (Bali, Java, Lombok, Komodo, Sulawesi): dry season runs April to October — sunny, less humid, the standard travel window. July and August are peak (highest prices, most crowded, school holidays). Wet season runs November to March — afternoon thunderstorms but mornings often sunny, lower prices, fewer tourists, the rice fields are at their greenest. Maluku Islands and Papua have inverse seasons — driest October to April. For divers: Raja Ampat is best October to April, Komodo is best April to September.

Practical Tips for Indonesia Travel

Apply for your eVisa at least 10 days before departure — the e-VOA is fastest (24-48h often), the B211A tiers can take a week.
Internal flights are essential: Indonesia is huge. AirAsia, Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, Citilink connect every major airport. Bali to Komodo is 1h, Bali to Yogyakarta is 1h, Jakarta to Sumatra is 2h. Driving 5 hours rather than flying is rarely worth it.
Cash is still important: ATMs are reliable in Bali and big cities, less so in remote islands. Carry IDR cash for small warungs, traditional markets, scooter rental.
Tipping: not strictly expected (10% service charge often included on bills). Round up taxi fares; tip your safari/dive guide 50,000-100,000 IDR per day.
Transport in Bali: Grab and Gojek apps for taxis and food delivery. Scooter rental for $5-7/day — but only ride if you're experienced and have an international driving permit (police checkpoints in Canggu).
SIM cards: Telkomsel or XL Axiata at any airport, 30-day unlimited data ~$10-20.
Drinking water: tap water is not safe. Bottled or filtered everywhere; refill at hotels and Pak Toya stations.
Electricity: 230 V, Type C/F European plug. UK 3-pin and US 2-pin need adapters.
Bali belly: most travellers get mild stomach upset. Bring oral rehydration salts; prefer hot, freshly cooked food; avoid ice from street stalls in remote areas.

Komodo dragons basking on a beach in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Komodo dragons — the world's largest living lizards, found only in this corner of Indonesia

Combining Indonesia with Other Southeast Asian Countries

Indonesia pairs naturally with its Southeast Asian neighbours. Singapore: 1h flight from Jakarta or Bali, the perfect short city break before/after the islands; ASEAN visa-free entry for Indonesian-stamped travellers. Malaysia: 2h flight, Borneo (Sabah, Sarawak) for orangutans and Mount Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur for the urban contrast. Thailand: 4h flight to Bangkok, the SEA hub for combo trips. Philippines: 4h flight, Palawan and Boracay for more island-hopping. For these multi-country itineraries, the Indonesia B211A Multi-Entry visa ($250) is the right choice — it lets you re-enter Indonesia multiple times during 12 months. Otherwise, an e-VOA each entry works too but adds $55 per re-entry.

Frequently Asked Questions about Travelling to Indonesia

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of the 10 ASEAN countries (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Timor-Leste) enter Indonesia visa-free for 30 days for tourism. Citizens of around 95 other countries — including the US, UK, all EU members, Australia, Canada, Japan, India, China, the UAE — need either the e-VOA online (recommended) or the Visa-on-Arrival sticker at the airport. Both grant 30 days, both cost $35 government fee. Use the country selector on the eVisa page to confirm your status.

30 days with the e-VOA / VoA, extendable once for 30 more days = 60 days total. 60 days with the B211A Tourist Single Entry, extendable twice for 60 days each = 180 days total (6 months). The B211A Multi-Entry allows multiple 60-day visits during 12 months. Indonesia is one of the most extension-friendly countries in Asia — you can comfortably stay 6 months on a B211A Tourist Single without leaving.

April to October for most of the country (Bali, Java, Lombok, Komodo, Sulawesi) — dry, sunny. July-August is peak (busy and pricey). November to March is wet season — afternoon storms, mornings sunny, lower prices. Maluku and Papua have inverse seasons (driest Oct-Apr). For diving Raja Ampat: Oct-Apr; for diving Komodo: Apr-Sep.

Yes — the main tourist circuits (Bali, Yogyakarta, Komodo, Lombok, Gilis) are very safe. Petty theft can happen on busy beaches and in crowded markets — standard travel awareness applies. Scooter accidents are the leading cause of tourist injury — wear a helmet, only ride if experienced. Avoid unmarked taxis at airports — use the official taxi rank or Grab/Gojek apps. Bali specifically has zero terrorism risk in 2026, despite older perceptions from past events.

Yellow Fever is required only if you arrive from an endemic country. Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid and routine vaccinations are recommended. Rabies pre-exposure if you'll be around stray dogs (especially Bali, where rabies is present). Japanese Encephalitis for long stays in rural areas. Malaria is rarely a concern on Bali, Java, Lombok, but exists in eastern Indonesia (Papua, Sumba) — take prophylaxis there.

Yes. One eVisa is your single travel authorization for the entire archipelago — Bali, Java, Lombok, Komodo, Sumatra, Sulawesi, Papua, the Maluku Islands, all 17,500+ smaller islands. There are no separate regional permits required for Indonesia proper. Note that Papua's interior may require additional 'Surat Jalan' permits issued at local police stations — your tour operator handles these.

Backpacker (hostels, warung food, public transport): $25-40 per day. Mid-range (3-star hotels, mix of restaurants, Grab taxis, scooter rental): $50-100 per day. Luxury (4-5 star villas, fine dining, private drivers): $200-500+ per day. Bali Seminyak/Ubud is pricier than Yogyakarta or rural Java. A nasi goreng street meal is 25,000-40,000 IDR ($2). A massage in Ubud is 100,000 IDR ($7). A villa in Canggu is $50-200/night.

e-VOA ($55) and VoA ($35 cash on arrival) are the same product — 30-day stay, single entry, extendable +30. e-VOA is applied online before flight; VoA is paid in cash USD at the airport. Both grant the same rights. The B211A Tourist Single ($80) is a different product — 60 days from the start, extendable twice (total 180), better for long stays. The B211A Multi-Entry ($250) is 12-month multi-entry for repeat travellers.

Officially, no — Tourist eVisas (e-VOA, B211A) prohibit any form of work, including remote work for foreign employers. In practice, Bali has an enormous digital nomad community working from cafes and co-working spaces. For full legal status, Indonesia launched the E33G Remote Worker Visa in 2024 — 1-year validity, multi-entry, allows remote work for non-Indonesian employers. Requirements: $60,000+ annual income proof, $2,000+ in savings, valid passport, employer letter. The B211A Tourist visas remain a popular grey-area option for shorter remote stays.

Bahasa Indonesia is the national language (similar to Malay), used everywhere. English is widely understood in tourist areas of Bali, Yogyakarta, Jakarta — less so in remote islands. Each island also has its own local language: Balinese in Bali, Javanese in Central Java, Sundanese in West Java, etc. Learning a few Indonesian phrases ('Selamat pagi', 'Terima kasih', 'Sama-sama') is appreciated and easy — Bahasa is one of the more accessible languages for English speakers.

Internal flights are essential for any trip beyond Bali — AirAsia, Lion Air, Citilink, Garuda Indonesia connect all major islands cheaply ($30-80 per leg). Within Bali: Grab/Gojek apps for taxis, scooter rental for $5-7/day, hire a private driver for $30-50/day. Within Java: trains (the Jakarta-Yogyakarta-Surabaya line is excellent and cheap). Between islands: ferries (Bali-Lombok-Gilis), liveaboard boats (Komodo). Avoid long bus journeys when a $30 flight saves 12 hours.

Electronics yes (laptops, phones, cameras) — declare expensive items at customs to avoid duties on departure. Drones officially require pre-approval permits if used in national parks (Komodo, Raja Ampat) — many travellers fly without permits but face confiscation if caught. Alcohol: 1 litre per adult duty-free; beyond that, heavy import taxes apply. Bali has plenty of imported alcohol available (at premium prices). Recreational drugs of any kind: zero tolerance, very long prison sentences possible.

Start Your Indonesia Adventure

Apply for your Indonesia eVisa online — fast processing, three tiers to fit any trip length, all 95+ eligible nationalities, single or multi-entry. Bali and beyond.

Indonesia eVisa: Apply Online — e-VOA, Tourist or Multi-Entry