Southeast Asia
Indonesia Visa Guide
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Quick answer
Indonesia offers 12 visa categories, including work routes like the Audit and Inspection Visa (C17) valid up to 10 years [3], digital nomad options like the B211A Visit Visa for up to 1 year [4], and short-term business visas [5][6]. Other routes include emergency, filming, and humanitarian visas [7][8][12].
At a glance
Indonesia, and Bali in particular, anchors the global nomad scene. The B211A pathway suits medium stays while the Second Home Visa targets wealthier long-term residents.
Visa options in Indonesia (38)
Digital nomad / remote work
Tourist / short-stay
Work
After Sales Service Visa (C19)
up to 60 days (extendable)
Audit and Inspection Visa (C17)
Up to 10 years
Business Visa (C2)
Up to 60 Days (extendable)
Foreign Worker Candidate Visa (C18)
Up to 60 days (extendable)
Industrial Technology Innovation Consulting Visa (C16)
work
Multiple-Entry Business Visa (D2)
30 days
Multiple-Entry Government Business Visa (D4)
per entry
Retirement
Investor / entrepreneur
Study
Other visa types
Emergency Required Person Visa (C15)
30 days
Filming Visa (C14)
Up to 4 years (extendable)
General Art Performer Visa (C7)
30 days
Government Business Visa (C4)
other
Humanitarian Assistance Visa (C6A)
Up to 60 days (extendable)
Medical Treatment Multiple Entry Visa (D3)
Up to 60 days per entry
Medical Treatment Visa (C3)
Up to 60 days (extendable)
Music Performer Visa (C7A)
Up to 60 days
Music Performer’s Crew Visa (C7B)
Up to 60 days
Press Visa (C5)
Up to 60 days (Extendable)
Seaman Visa (C13)
Up to 60 days (extendable)
Social Visa (C6)
up to 60 days
Sport Official Visa (C8B)
Up to 60 days (extendable)
Sport Visa (C8A)
Up to 2 years (extendable)
Visa to Join a Vessel (C13)
maximum total stay including extensions
Voluntary Program Visa (C6B)
Up to 60 days (extendable)
Volunteer Visa (C6B)
Up to 180 days (extendable)
Am I eligible for anything here?
Indonesia's visa eligibility depends heavily on:
- Your nationality — some visas apply nationality-based exclusions or bilateral agreements
- Your income and financial situation
- How long you want to stay
- Whether you're bringing dependents
Community insights
Agents in Bali charge undocumented "expedite fees" of $50–150 on top of official extension costs.
reddit · undocumented_fee · Jul 16, 2026
Embassies & consulates
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Indonesia?
Yes, most travelers need a visa. Options include the B211A Visit Visa for remote work (up to 1 year) [4] or a Business Visa (C2) for up to 60 days [5][6]. Check your purpose of travel.
What is the most popular visa for remote workers?
The B211A Visit Visa (Remote Work) is popular for digital nomads, allowing stays up to 1 year with extensions [4].
Can I work in Indonesia on a business visa?
Yes, the Business Visa (C2) permits work activities for up to 60 days (extendable) [5][6]. For longer work, consider the Audit and Inspection Visa (C17) valid up to 10 years [3].
Are there any hidden fees for visa extensions?
Some agents in Bali may charge undocumented expedite fees of $50–150 on top of official extension costs [11].
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Sources
One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
- [1]
After Sales Service Visa (C19) — Work route, up to 60 days (extendable)
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [2]
After Sales Service Visa (C19) — Work route, up to 60 days (extendable)
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [3]
Audit and Inspection Visa (C17) — Work route, Up to 10 years
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [4]
B211A Visit Visa (Remote Work) — Digital nomad route, Up to 1 year with extensions
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [5]
Business Visa (C2) — Work route, Up to 60 Days (extendable)
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [6]
Business Visa (C2) — Work route, Up to 60 Days (extendable)
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [7]
Emergency Required Person Visa (C15) — Other route, 30 days
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [8]
Filming Visa (C14) — Other route
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [9]
Foreign Worker Candidate Visa (C18) — Work route
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [10]
Foreign Worker Candidate Visa (C18) — Work route
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [11]
Effective tax-rate estimate for foreign residents (~20%)
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
- [12]
Affordability index and climate tags
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
This page reflects Indonesia's officially published visa categories as of the dates above. It is not legal advice. For detailed, case-specific requirements for any visa listed here, see that visa's own page.