Required Documents for Indonesia e-Visa
Ensure a smooth application process by preparing these documents
Document Requirements Overview
Preparing the correct documents is a crucial step in ensuring your Indonesia e-Visa application is processed smoothly and without delays. This guide outlines all the necessary documentation you'll need to provide during your application.
Essential Documents for All Applications
Regardless of the type of Indonesia e-Visa you're applying for, the following documents are required for all applications:
Valid Passport
- Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Indonesia
- It should have at least two blank pages for stamps
- You'll need to provide a clear, color scan of the biographical page showing your photo, personal details, and passport number
- The scan should include the entire page with all four corners visible
Recent Photograph
- A recent passport-sized photograph (typically 35mm x 45mm)
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Color photo with a white background
- Full face view with a neutral expression, both eyes open
- No hats or head coverings (unless worn for religious purposes)
- No glasses (if possible)
- The digital file should be in JPEG format, typically between 100KB and 1MB
Travel Itinerary
- Proof of travel arrangements, such as flight bookings
- Should show your entry to and exit from Indonesia
- Must include your name, flight numbers, dates, and destinations
- Confirmed tickets are preferred, but bookings/reservations are usually acceptable
- If traveling by sea or land, provide appropriate transportation documentation
Accommodation Details
- Proof of accommodation arrangements during your stay in Indonesia
- Hotel reservations with your name, dates of stay, and hotel contact information
- If staying with friends or family, a letter of invitation or sponsorship may be required
- For multiple destinations within Indonesia, include accommodation details for each location
- Booking confirmations should cover your entire stay in Indonesia
Additional Documents by Visa Type
Depending on the type of Indonesia e-Visa you're applying for, you may need to provide additional documents specific to your travel purpose:
Tourist e-Visa Additional Documents
- Proof of Sufficient Funds: Bank statements or other financial documents showing you have enough money to support yourself during your stay (typically covering at least $100 per day)
- Return or Onward Ticket: Confirmation of your plans to leave Indonesia
- Travel Insurance: While not always mandatory, travel insurance covering your stay in Indonesia is highly recommended
Business e-Visa Additional Documents
- Letter of Invitation: From an Indonesian company or business partner, on company letterhead, stating the purpose and duration of your visit
- Business Introduction Letter: From your employer, explaining the purpose of your trip, your position, and confirming financial responsibility
- Company Registration: Proof of registration for both your company and the Indonesian company you're visiting
- Meeting or Conference Details: If applicable, documentation of the event you'll be attending
- Business Card: Your professional business card
Social-Cultural e-Visa Additional Documents
- Letter of Invitation: From your host in Indonesia, explaining the purpose of your visit and your relationship
- Proof of Relationship: If visiting family, documents showing your relationship (birth certificates, marriage certificates, etc.)
- Program Details: If participating in cultural or educational activities, documentation of the program
- Volunteer Information: For volunteer work, details of the organization and your role (unpaid)
Document Preparation Tips
Do's
- Scan documents in color at high resolution
- Ensure all text is clearly legible
- Include all pages of multi-page documents
- Name files clearly (e.g., "Passport_JohnDoe.pdf")
- Verify document sizes meet requirements
- Prepare documents before starting application
- Keep original documents accessible
Don'ts
- Submit blurry or low-quality scans
- Crop important information from documents
- Submit expired documents
- Use black and white scans when color is required
- Submit documents in incorrect formats
- Exceed file size limitations
- Submit incomplete documents
Document Authentication
In some cases, documents may need to be authenticated or translated:
- Translations: Non-English documents may need to be translated into English by a certified translator
- Notarization: Some documents might require notarization to verify their authenticity
- Apostille/Legalization: For certain official documents, additional authentication may be required
Common Document Issues and Solutions
If your passport has less than six months of validity remaining from your planned date of entry to Indonesia, you should renew your passport before applying for an e-Visa. The six-month validity requirement is strictly enforced, and you may be denied entry if your passport doesn't meet this requirement.
If you haven't finalized all your accommodation plans, you can book refundable hotel reservations to cover your entire stay. Many hotels offer free cancellation, which allows you to make changes later if needed. Alternatively, you can book at least your first few nights' accommodation and provide a general itinerary for the rest of your stay, though having complete accommodation details is preferred.
If your document file size exceeds the upload limit (typically 2MB), you can compress the file using various online tools or software. For images, you can reduce the resolution slightly while ensuring the document remains clear and legible. For PDFs, use the "reduce file size" option in PDF software. Make sure the compression doesn't affect the readability of important information.
Having proof of onward travel is important for your e-Visa application. If you haven't purchased your return ticket yet, you have several options: book a refundable ticket that you can change later, use a ticket holding service that provides valid booking confirmations, or purchase a fully-flexible ticket. Some applicants also use bus or ferry tickets to neighboring countries as proof of exit plans.
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