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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit Indonesia?

French citizens get visa-on-arrival USD 35 / IDR 500,000 for 30 days at major Indonesian ports. French passport holders can obtain an Indonesia Visa on Arrival (VoA) at IDR 500,000 (approximately USD 35) for stays up to 30 days, extendable once for another 30 days. France is one of 86 countries eligible for Indonesia's VoA programme covering tourism, business meetings, government visits, and transit. The eVOA (electronic Visa on Arrival) at evisa.imigrasi.go.id is recommended to save time at the airport — pay online and present the email QR at immigration. Garuda Indonesia, Air France, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways connect Paris CDG to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) and Bali Denpasar Ngurah Rai (DPS). France is a major European source market for Bali tourism. Work, study, journalism, and longer stays require a regular Indonesian visa from the Indonesian embassy in Paris or consulate in Marseille.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa on Arrival (VoA) or eVOA
Maximum stay
30 days, extendable once
per entry
Entries
Single entry typically
from issue date
Visa fee
IDR 500,000 (~USD 35)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival or eVOA in minutes
standard track
Validity
90 days from issue (eVOA)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
French passport valid 6+ months beyond intended departure with at least 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/02
Apply for eVOA (recommended)
Apply at evisa.imigrasi.go.id 14-90 days before travel. Pay USD 35 + processing.
· eVOA online
/03
Or use VoA on arrival
Pay IDR 500,000 in cash/card at the VoA counter at CGK Jakarta, DPS Bali, or other ports.
· VoA at airport
/04
Prepare return/onward ticket
Confirmed return or onward ticket within 30 days is required.
· return ticket
/05
Arrive in Indonesia
Present passport, eVOA QR or VoA payment, and ticket at immigration. 30-day stamp issued.
· 30 days stamped
/06
Extend if needed
Visit immigration office to extend 30 more days. Cost IDR 500,000. Apply 1 week before expiry.
· extension possible
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

6 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 6 complete
French passport
Valid 6+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages
Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight within 30 days (or 60 with extension)
Hotel booking or host contact
Accommodation for first night minimum
Sufficient funds
Approximately USD 50/day or equivalent
Travel insurance
Highly recommended (Indonesian medical costs)
eVOA approval (if used)
Print or save QR on phone for arrival
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVOA (online)USD 35 + processingApply at evisa.imigrasi.go.id before travel
VoA on arrivalIDR 500,000~USD 35, paid in cash/card at airport VoA counter
VoA extensionIDR 500,000Additional 30 days at local immigration office
Embassy tourist visa B211AUSD 100+60 days, extendable to 180 days, for longer stays
Overstay penaltyIDR 1,000,000/dayPlus possible detention and re-entry ban
Total estimateUSD 35 — USD 35incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVOA
Minutes to 2 days
Apply online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id - recommended to skip airport queue.
VoA on arrival
On arrival
Pay at VoA counter at CGK/DPS/SUB/etc - cash IDR or major cards.
B211A tourist visa
5-10 business days
Embassy visa for longer 60-180 day stays.
Work visa (KITAS)
1-3 months
Requires Indonesian employer sponsorship.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Stay exceeded 30/60 days
VoA extension is once only. After 60 days you must exit and re-enter or hold a B211A.
Low
/02
Wrong purpose declared
Working on VoA is not allowed - declare correctly.
Low
/03
Insufficient onward proof
Indonesia immigration may ask for return ticket; budget travellers should pre-book.
Low
/04
Card payment declined at VoA
VoA counters accept cards but cash IDR is more reliable; bring as backup.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-27
France to Indonesia route verified
Confirmed VoA at IDR 500,000 / USD 35 available for French citizens.
2023-03-07 · major
Indonesia eVOA launched
Online VoA at evisa.imigrasi.go.id available for 86 VoA-eligible countries including France.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for Indonesia?—
Yes - but Visa on Arrival (USD 35 / IDR 500,000) is available at Bali, Jakarta, and other major ports for French passport holders.
What's the difference between VoA and eVOA?+
Can I extend the VoA?+
Can I work on the VoA?+
Do I need a return ticket?+
Are direct flights from France available?+
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