Visa Requirements for Indonesian Citizens (November 2026)

Indonesian citizens can visit around 75 countries and territories without a visa, with a visa on arrival or through an online authorisation. The strongest access is close to home in Southeast Asia, while trips to Europe, North America and East Asia take more preparation. Here is a clear picture of what to expect.

ASEAN travel

As an ASEAN member, Indonesia enjoys visa-free entry to all other member states for short tourist visits. That covers Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Brunei. Stay limits are usually 14 to 30 days, depending on the country. Some destinations, including Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, now ask visitors to fill in a digital arrival card before landing.

Other visa-free and easy destinations

• Hong Kong and Macau: visa-free short stays, with Hong Kong requiring online pre-arrival registration for Indonesians.
• Turkey: e-Visa or visa-free entry depending on current arrangements.
• Latin America and the Caribbean: several countries, including Ecuador and Peru, have welcomed Indonesians without a visa.
• Africa: Morocco, Rwanda and others offer visa-free or on-arrival entry.
• Middle East: Qatar has offered visa-free entry, while Saudi Arabia and the UAE operate e-visa systems.

Japan visa waiver

Japan is one of the most popular destinations for Indonesian tourists. Holders of Indonesian electronic passports can register for a visa waiver before travelling, which allows short stays for tourism and business. Those with older passports, or who do not register, must apply for a visa through the Japanese embassy or consulate. Japan has also introduced eVISA options, so check which route suits you.

South Korea

Indonesian citizens need a visa for South Korea, with the exception of visa-free entry to Jeju Island for tourism under certain conditions. Applications are made at the Korean embassy or its visa centre in Jakarta.

Schengen Area

A Schengen visa is required for trips to European countries. Applicants with a good travel history, especially previous Schengen visas used correctly, often receive multiple-entry visas valid for longer periods. A typical application needs travel insurance, bank statements, an employment letter, and flight and hotel bookings.

United States, UK and Australia

• United States: B1/B2 visa with an interview at the embassy in Jakarta or consulate in Surabaya.
• United Kingdom: Standard Visitor visa applied for online, with biometrics in Indonesia.
• Australia: Visitor visa (subclass 600). Australia also offers a Work and Holiday visa to young Indonesians.

Travel tips for Indonesians

• Keep six months of passport validity, a rule many ASEAN countries enforce.
• Upgrade to an e-passport to unlock Japan's visa waiver.
• Fill in digital arrival cards before you fly, where required.
• For Hajj and Umrah, follow Saudi Arabia's official visa channels and Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs guidance.
• Carry proof of onward travel and accommodation, even for visa-free trips.

How to check the rules yourself

Entry rules connected to Indonesian Citizens can change with little notice, and third-party websites are often months out of date. The most reliable approach is to check three sources in order: the official immigration or visa portal of the country you are visiting, the website of its embassy or consulate in your country of residence, and your airline's travel document checker, which uses the same database airport staff rely on at check-in. If the three disagree, follow the strictest one and contact the embassy directly. Do this two to three weeks before departure, then once more a few days before you fly.

Summary

Indonesian citizens can explore Southeast Asia freely and reach a growing list of destinations with simple online systems. For Japan, an e-passport makes a big difference. For Europe, the US, the UK and Australia, careful documentation is key. Always confirm current rules on official government sites before travel.