Indonesia Entry Requirements for US Citizens

Entry requirements for US citizens

Visa Free (major entry points) — Visa on Arrival also available applies to US passport holders visiting Indonesia. Your passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure from indonesia. The maximum permitted stay is 30 days (extendable once for 30 days at local immigration).

Safety overview

Indonesia has a safety score of 74 out of 100 in the DheeVoy safety database. This is a moderate safety rating — standard travel precautions apply.

Safest areas in Indonesia

• Ubud Bali
• Seminyak Bali
• Nusa Dua Bali
• Gili Trawangan
• Yogyakarta Prambanan area

Tourist scams to avoid in Indonesia

• Taxi touts at Ngurah Rai Airport Bali — use Grab or official Blue Bird Taxi only
• Overpriced money changers in Kuta using sleight of hand — use PT Dirgahayu offices or bank ATMs
• Motorbike rental operators charging for pre-existing damage on return
• Unofficial guides at Borobudur and Prambanan charging inflated fees

Best months to visit Indonesia

The best months to visit are April, May, June, July, August, September.

Before you travel

Always verify entry requirements with the official US government travel advisory and the Indonesia embassy or consulate before booking. Visa rules and electronic travel authorisation requirements (such as ETIAS, ESTA, K-ETA and UK ETA) change frequently. US passport holders can enter Indonesia visa-free for up to 30 days at Ngurah Rai Bali, Soekarno-Hatta Jakarta, Batam and other major designated entry points. A Visa on Arrival costing USD 35 is also available if preferred, permitting 30 days extendable once for a further 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date and you must hold a return or onward ticket.