L'Heure du Voyage
Page updated on August 5, 2026 ยท Verified by 2 experts
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Practical: Indonesia

Indonesia visa 2026: e-VOA, price, procedure for foreign travelers

French and most Western travelers need an e-VOA for Indonesia and Bali: 500,000 IDR, 30 days, extension possible. Official portal, procedure and pitfalls in 2026.

Direct answer

Direct answer

  • โœ“ Paid e-VOA mandatory, about 500,000 IDR (30-35 USD) per person
  • โœ“ Online application at evisa.imigrasi.go.id, ideally 48h before departure
  • โœ“ Valid 30 days, extension possible once for 30 additional days
  • โœ“ Passport valid at least 6 months past entry date

The extension requires an in-person visit to an immigration office for a biometric check.

Watch out for paid intermediary sites

The only official e-VOA portal is evisa.imigrasi.go.id (also called Molina). Many third-party sites offer the same service with unofficial extra service fees. Always check the URL before paying.

The essentials in 30 seconds

  • 1

    The e-VOA, mandatory for most Western travelers

    For several years, Indonesia has replaced the paper visa on arrival with a paid electronic system, the e-VOA, mandatory for French and most Western nationals.

  • 2

    A flat rate of 500,000 IDR

    The price is the same for every traveler, including children, with each person needing their own individual application.

  • 3

    A simple online application

    The application is done on the official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id, uploading a photo and the passport's main page, ideally at least 48 hours before departure.

  • 4

    30 days, extendable to 60

    The e-VOA is valid 30 days from entry. A one-time extension of 30 additional days is possible, at the same rate and requiring a mandatory visit to an immigration office.

  • 5

    A hybrid digital + biometric system

    Since 2024-2025, any extension requires an in-person biometric check, unlike the initial application which stays fully online.

What you need to enter Indonesia

Summary of documents, timelines and costs.

ItemDetail
Visa e-VOA mandatory, about 500,000 IDR per person
Travel document Passport valid at least 6 months past entry
Official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id (Molina)
Initial duration 30 days
Extension +30 days max, same rate, in-person biometrics mandatory

Indonesia visa 2026: e-VOA, price, procedure for foreign travelers

French and most Western nationals need an e-VOA, a paid electronic visa on arrival, to enter Indonesia, including a stay limited to Bali. This online process costs about 500,000 IDR per person and must be completed before departure.

The e-VOA, mandatory for most Western travelers

Indonesia has replaced the paper visa physically issued on arrival with a fully digital system, the e-VOA (Electronic Visa on Arrival). This visa remains mandatory for French nationals, regardless of the length or nature of the stay (tourism, family visit, short unpaid business trip).

The price and the procedure

The official e-VOA rate is 500,000 IDR per person, roughly 30 to 35 USD depending on the dayโ€™s exchange rate. This amount is the same for every traveler, including children, with each person needing their own individual application even within the same family.

The application is done exclusively on the official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id (also called Molina), following these steps:

  1. Create an account on the portal
  2. Upload a recent ID photo and the passportโ€™s main page (an optical character recognition system pre-fills some fields automatically)
  3. Pay online by bank card
  4. Receive the e-VOA by email, to present on arrival

Itโ€™s recommended to complete this step at least 48 hours before departure, although the system sometimes allows shorter timeframes.

Duration and extension

The e-VOA is valid 30 days from the date of entry into Indonesian territory. A one-time extension of 30 additional days is possible, bringing the total maximum duration to 60 days.

Important point: unlike the initial application, which stays fully online, the extension requires an in-person visit to an Indonesian immigration office for a biometric check. This hybrid system, in place since 2024-2025, remains current in 2026. The extension fee matches the initial applicationโ€™s fee.

Required documents

  • Valid passport, at least 6 months past the planned entry date
  • Proof of return flight or onward travel (sometimes requested)
  • Recent ID photo, in digital format for upload

Watch out for fraudulent sites

The only official portal for the Indonesian e-VOA is evisa.imigrasi.go.id. Many third-party sites, often well-ranked in search engines, offer the same service while charging unofficial extra fees, sometimes several times the actual visa price. Always check the siteโ€™s URL before entering your payment details.

Other practical info Indonesia

Page written by Marie L., Southeast Asia specialist, editor-in-chief of Lโ€™Heure du Voyage. 12 years of experience, regular stays in Indonesia since 2017. Updated: August 5, 2026. Verified by 2 experts.

Sources

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ

Official e-VOA portal (Indonesian Immigration)

Electronic visa on arrival application

FAQ

Do French travelers need a visa for Indonesia in 2026? +
Yes, an e-VOA (electronic visa on arrival) is mandatory for French nationals, including a stay limited to Bali. It costs about 500,000 IDR per person and must be applied for online before departure.
What's the exact price of the Indonesian e-VOA in 2026? +
The official rate is 500,000 IDR per person (about 30 to 35 USD depending on the day's rate), payable by bank card on the official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id. This amount is the same for every traveler, including children.
How far ahead of departure should you apply for the e-VOA? +
Ideally at least 48 hours before departure. The application is done fully online, uploading a photo and the passport's main page.
Can you extend your e-VOA once in Indonesia? +
Yes, a one-time extension of 30 additional days is possible, bringing the total maximum duration to 60 days. This extension requires the same 500,000 IDR rate and a mandatory in-person visit to an immigration office for a biometric check.
Are there fraudulent sites for the Indonesian e-VOA? +
The only official portal is evisa.imigrasi.go.id (also called Molina). Several third-party sites, often well-ranked in search results, offer the same service while charging unofficial extra fees, sometimes several times the actual visa price. Always check the site's URL before entering your payment details.
Is the e-VOA different for a Bali-only stay? +
No, the e-VOA is valid for the entire Indonesian territory, regardless of which island you visit. A stay limited to Bali follows exactly the same procedure as a multi-island circuit.

Marie Laurent

Verified author

Southeast Asia specialist ยท 12 years experience.

๐Ÿ”„ Updated: August 5, 2026 ยท โœ“ Verified by 2 experts
View profile โ†’