Indonesia Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens

Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens: Indonesia

Note: Requirements can change quickly due to health or immigration policy updates. Verify again right before you travel.

Passport & Visa Requirements

• Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival.
• Blank pages: At least two blank passport pages are required for entry stamps.
• Visa on Arrival (VOA) / Electronic VOA (e-VOA): U.S. citizens can obtain a VOA or apply for an e-VOA for stays up to 30 days. This can be extended once for an additional 30 days.
• Longer stays: For visits longer than 30 days or for other purposes (work, study, etc.), travelers must apply for the appropriate visa in advance through the Indonesian immigration system.

Entry Procedures

• Onward/return ticket: Proof of onward or return travel is required to enter Indonesia.
• Arrival form / health declaration: Travelers may need to complete online arrival or health declaration forms depending on entry point.
• Extension of stay: The 30-day VOA or e-VOA can be extended once for an additional 30 days at an Indonesian immigration office.
• Overstay penalties: Overstaying can result in fines (about 1 million rupiah per day) and possible deportation or future travel bans.

Health & Vaccinations

• Routine vaccinations: No specific vaccinations are required for travelers arriving directly from the U.S.
• Yellow fever: A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Additional Restrictions & Considerations

• Travel advisory: The U.S. State Department advises Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to terrorism risk, natural disasters, and occasional unrest. Some provinces (Central Papua, Highland Papua) are designated "Do Not Travel."
• Currency restrictions: There are limits on how much local currency may be brought into or taken out of Indonesia.
• Traveling with minors: U.S. citizens under 18 may need to carry birth certificates or parental consent forms depending on the visa and airline requirements.

Special Notes for Bali & Java

Bali and Java are both provinces within Indonesia. U.S. citizens do not face additional immigration requirements to visit them beyond Indonesia's national entry rules. However, there are a few local considerations:

Bali

• Tourism levy: A local tourism tax of IDR 150,000 (~USD 10) is collected from each international visitor. This can usually be paid on arrival or online before traveling.
• Religious holidays: During Nyepi (Day of Silence), all activities-including flights-stop for 24 hours. Plan travel around this date.
• Cultural respect: Bali has stricter dress and behavior expectations at temples and sacred sites. Violations can lead to fines or deportation.

Java

• No extra permits: No special permits are required to visit Java's major cities or tourist areas.
• Volcano treks: Some active volcanoes, like Mount Bromo and Mount Merapi, may require local permits or licensed guides for safety.
• Security checks: Expect occasional security checkpoints, especially near government buildings or during demonstrations in large cities like Jakarta or Surabaya.