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Sandiaga Uno, Indonesia's Minister of Tourism, is leading this exciting endeavor, which seeks to complete the free visa program before to the October 2024 government change.
Indonesia intends to see a spike in international visitor arrivals by doing away with the trouble of obtaining a visa for visitors from India and other important tourism areas. This is therefore anticipated to boost domestic consumption, draw in outside capital, and quicken the expansion of the digital economy.
Pre-pandemic, the average tourist spent around $900 in Indonesia. However, recent trends show a significant increase, with visitors spending an average of $1,600 each. Minister Uno believes this program will attract “quality tourist arrivals” – travellers who tend to stay longer and contribute more to the local economy.
The proposed list of 20 countries to enjoy free visa access to Indonesia includes some of the world’s biggest tourism hubs:
- Australia
- China (PRC)
- India
- South Korea
- USA
- UK
- France
- Germany
- Qatar
- United Arab Emirates
- Saudi Arabia
- The Netherlands
- Japan
- Russia
- Taiwan
- New Zealand
- Italy
- Spain
- Two Unspecified Middle Eastern Countries
This initiative adds to the existing visa-free entry for nine ASEAN nations:
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- Laos PDR
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Vietnam  Â
As Indonesia prepares to offer free entry visas to tourists from 20 countries, including India, Indian travellers also have a range of visa options tailored to their specific travel needs. Here’s an overview of each visa type available: -
Transit Visa: Indonesia’s Transit Visa is for travellers stopping over in Indonesia en route to another destination. It allows a stay of up to 14 days from arrival, ideal for short layovers.
Visit Visa: The Visit Visa of Indonesia permits stays up to 60 days for tourism, business, or social activities. It’s extendable on a case-by-case basis, offering flexibility for diverse travel purposes.
Visa for Limited Stay: Visa for Limited Stay supports longer stays for work, investment, family issues, or repatriation. Approval from the Directorate General of Immigration is required for this visa.
Diplomatic Visa: Indonesia’s Diplomatic Visa is for holders of diplomatic or service passports, allowing a stay of up to six months. It requires official documentation to support the diplomatic mission.
Visa on Arrival: The Visa On Arrival allows foreign travellers to stay for one month, extendable under certain conditions. It’s suitable for tourism, family visits, cultural exchange, and short-term business.
