✅ Updated on 09.04.2026
Types of Indonesian Visas
Below are the main types of visas you’ll most commonly encounter when planning a trip or stay in Indonesia:
| Visa | Name | Type | Validity | Length of Stay | Cost | Extension | Apply Yourself |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VOA | Visa on Arrival | Single-entry | 30 days | 60 days (30 + 30) | 500,000 IDR ($30) | 500,000 IDR ($30) | Yes |
| eVOA (B1) | Electronic Visa on Arrival | Single-entry | 30 days | 60 days (30 + 30) | 500,000 IDR ($30) | 500,000 IDR ($30) | Yes |
| C1 | Tourist Visa | Single-entry | 60 days | 180 days (60 + 60 + 60) | 1,000,000 IDR ($60) | 1,000,000 IDR ($60) | Yes |
| D1 | Tourist Visa | Multiple-entry | 1 year | 180 days (60 + 60 + 60) | 5,000,000 IDR ($300) | 2,500,000 IDR ($150) | Via agent |
| C12 | Pre-investment Visa | Single-entry | 180 days | 360 days (180 + 180) | 6,500,000 IDR ($390) | 4,900,000 IDR ($294) | Via agent |
| D12 | Pre-investment Visa | Multiple-entry | 1 year | 360 days (180 + 180) | 7,500,000 IDR ($450) | 4,900,000 IDR ($294) | Via agent |
| D12 (2 years) | Pre-investment Visa | Multiple-entry | 2 years | 360 days (180 + 180) | 12,000,000 IDR ($720) | 4,900,000 IDR ($294) | Via agent |
| C2 | Business Visa | Single-entry | 60 days | 180 days (60 + 60 + 60) | 2,500,000 IDR ($150) | 2,500,000 IDR ($150) | Via agent |
| D2 | Business Visa | Multiple-entry | 1 year | 180 days (60 + 60 + 60) | 5,500,000 IDR ($330) | 2,500,000 IDR ($150) | Via agent |
In this article, I’m not covering residence permits (KITAS). I’ve broken those down in detail in a separate guide on Indonesian KITAS.
Which Visa Should You Choose for Indonesia?
If you’re like me — coming to Indonesia to live for a while, work remotely, and not earn money from Indonesian companies or clients, here are the best visa options depending on how long you plan to stay:
- Up to 60 days — choose B1 (eVOA)
This is an electronic Visa on Arrival, which you can apply for and extend online. It’s the simplest and most flexible option for short stays. (See my step-by-step guide on how to get a Visa on Arrival online in Indonesia) - Up to 180 days — choose C1 visa
You can also apply for this visa online by yourself, as long as you have a bank statement showing a minimum balance of $2,000. It’s a solid option for longer stays, but keep in mind — it’s single-entry only. (Read more about the C1 visa) - Up to 360 days — choose C12 or D12 visa
These visas are available only through an agent. They allow you to stay in Indonesia for up to 180 days at a time, with one extension for another 180 days:- C12 — single-entry
- D12 — multiple-entry, you can leave and re-enter Indonesia as often as you want. (Read more about the D12 visa)
A trusted agency in Bali that can help you get your visa is Bali Love (you can get a 10% discount with the promo code “Marat Nomad”).
Which Indonesian Visas Don’t Really Make Sense?
Some visa options sound useful on paper but, in practice, don’t offer much advantage — especially for digital nomads and long-term travelers.
- D1 Visa — not worth the extra cost
The D1 visa is essentially a more expensive version of the C1. If you plan to leave and re-enter Indonesia occasionally, it’s usually easier and cheaper to just apply for an eVOA each time instead of paying more upfront for D1. - C2 and D2 Visas — limited benefits for remote workers
Even though C2 and D2 are business visas, they come with an important limitation. You still cannot earn money from Indonesian individuals or companies. At the same time, these visas are more expensive than tourist visas, without offering meaningful advantages for digital nomads.
One-Year Visas for Indonesia
If I had known in advance that I wanted to live in Indonesia for a full year, I would have chosen between the C12, D12, and E33G (remote worker KITAS) visas.
| Visa | Stay in Indonesia | Multiple Entry | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| C12 | 180 days + extension for another 180 days or visa run | No | 6,500,000 IDR ($390), extension 4,900,000 IDR ($294) |
| D12 | 180 days + extension for another 180 days or visa run | Yes | 7,500,000 IDR ($450), extension 4,900,000 IDR ($294) |
| E33G | 1 year | Yes | From 13,000,000 IDR ($780), depending on your current visa and whether you apply from Indonesia or abroad |
The KITAS (E33G) gives you several practical advantages:
- You can open a bank account in any Indonesian bank
- You can apply for a local driver’s license by yourself
- You may get discounts on attractions and other local perks
🛵 I’ve covered how to get a driver’s license in Bali in a separate article.
