Indonesia has introduced emergency measures for foreign nationals unable to leave the country because of air travel disruptions caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatau. Eligible travelers may be granted an emergency stay permit for up to 30 days, while overstay fees resulting from the force majeure situation have been set at zero.
China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, the Philippines and Singapore will allow APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders to stay for up to 90 days.
Indonesia is considering raising its Visa on Arrival (VOA) fees. The electronic visa obtained before travel would cost 750,000 rupiah (about $42), while travelers applying upon arrival would pay 1 million rupiah (about $56).
South Korea is temporarily easing entry requirements for Indonesian travelers. Starting May 28, 2026, Indonesian tour groups of at least three people will be allowed to enter the country without a visa for short stays.
Canada is easing entry requirements for some citizens of Indonesia and Malaysia. Starting May 26, 2026, eligible travelers will no longer need to apply for a Canadian visitor visa when flying to or transiting through Canada.
After easing entry requirements to support tourism’s recovery, several Southeast Asian destinations are now reviewing some visa-free policies. Thailand and Indonesia illustrate this new phase, shaped by efforts to preserve tourism appeal while limiting the misuse of easier entry rules.
Indonesia is reviewing its visa exemption policy after several cases involving hundreds of foreign nationals suspected of links to online fraud and illegal gambling networks.
On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr and Nyepi (the Saka New Year), Indonesia has announced the temporary closure of its immigration services from March 18 to March 24, 2026. While administrative procedures will be suspended, border control operations and Visa on Arrival (VoA) facilities will remain fully operational.
As escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt international air travel, several tourist destinations have decided to ease their visa requirements and strengthen assistance for travelers. From Sri Lanka to Indonesia, as well as the Maldives and India, authorities are rolling out multiple measures to safeguard visitors’ stays and prevent tourists from falling into irregular immigration status.
The “All Indonesia” arrival card will be officially rolled out on September 1 in Jakarta, Bali, and Surabaya, before becoming mandatory at all international airports across Indonesia starting October 1, 2025.
Indonesia is gradually rolling out “All Indonesia”, a unified digital portal designed to simplify immigration, customs, and health procedures for international travelers.
Starting May 29, 2025, foreign nationals in Indonesia will be required to appear in person at an immigration office to renew their stay permits. This new regulation also applies to travelers holding a Visa on Arrival (VoA).
Indonesia, a popular destination for travelers, encourages tourists to opt for the electronic visa on arrival (e-VOA), a system that greatly facilitates entry procedures. Discover the five main reasons put forward by the Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration for choosing this option before your trip.
Since August 27, 2024, all travelers to Indonesia must apply for a health pass called “SATUSEHAT Health Pass” before visiting the archipelago.
By the end of the year, citizens from 10 to 20 additional countries could benefit from visa-free travel to Indonesia.
