Visa Department

Travelling to Indonesia

Baseline requirements

Every application generally requires

These documents form the baseline for most Indonesian visa and consular services processed through this consulate. Specific categories below list additional requirements on top of this list.

  • Valid passport, minimum 6 months' validity from date of entry
  • Completed visa application form
  • Recent colour passport-size photographs, white background
  • Proof of sufficient funds (min. US$2,000 or local equivalent)
  • Return / round-trip flight reservation or itinerary
  • Police Clearance Certificate, where applicable to the service

Categories

Choose the visa that matches your visit

TouristAerial view of a modern Indonesian city skyline

Visit / Tourist Visa

For holidays, sightseeing, and short visits to Indonesia. This is the consulate's most detailed and commonly processed visa category.

  • Proof of funds — min. US$2,000 or local equivalent
  • Recent passport photo, white background
  • Round-trip flight itinerary
  • Police Clearance Certificate
  • One supporting-ties document: invitation letter, family statement letter with family card, or CV
BusinessBusiness meeting between two colleagues

Business Visa

For meetings, conferences, trade visits, and other commercial activity in Indonesia that does not involve local employment.

  • Letter of invitation from the host company or organisation in Indonesia
  • Letter from your employer confirming purpose of travel
  • Company registration details, where relevant
  • Baseline documents listed above
Confirm current requirements with the consulate before applying.
StudentGraduate celebrating with a family member

Student Visa

For applicants accepted onto a course of study at a recognised Indonesian educational institution.

  • Letter of acceptance from the Indonesian institution
  • Proof of tuition payment or sponsorship
  • Academic transcripts / certificates
  • Baseline documents listed above
Confirm current requirements with the consulate before applying.
MigrationTraveller arriving at a tropical destination with luggage

Migration / Long-Stay Visa

For applicants relocating to Indonesia for extended residence, including family reunification and retirement.

  • Sponsorship letter or proof of family relationship, where applicable
  • Proof of accommodation in Indonesia
  • Financial evidence supporting long-term stay
  • Baseline documents listed above
Confirm current requirements with the consulate before applying.
TransitTraveller walking through an airport terminal with luggage

Transit Visa

For travellers passing through Indonesia en route to a third country, where a layover requires leaving the airport.

  • Onward flight ticket to final destination
  • Visa for the final destination country, where required
  • Baseline documents listed above
Confirm current requirements with the consulate before applying.
WorkColleagues in a working meeting

Working Visa

For applicants taking up employment with a company or organisation based in Indonesia.

  • Employment contract or offer letter from the Indonesian employer
  • Employer's work permit sponsorship (IMTA / RPTKA, as applicable)
  • Relevant professional qualifications
  • Baseline documents listed above
Confirm current requirements with the consulate before applying.

Process

How an application moves forward

  1. Complete your forms

    Fill out the mandatory application forms in full, either in person at the consulate or through the appropriate digital channel.

  2. Submit & attest documents

    Provide all required supporting materials — financial records, invitation letters, and legal clearances are reviewed and officially attested.

  3. Processing & receipt

    Once approved, your visa is stamped or issued as a digital voucher. We recommend waiting for final confirmation before booking non-refundable travel.

Ready to apply?

Book an appointment and our team will confirm your visa category and required documents by email.

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