🇮🇩INDONESIA

🇫🇮FINLANDID-FI

Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit Finland?

Q: How long can I stay in Finland on this visa?

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, subject to the dates printed on your visa.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (EUR 80 until 11 June 2026), plus a VFS service fee of about IDR 404,000 in Jakarta, plus insurance.

Q: Where do I apply in Indonesia?

At the Finland Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Jakarta, Surabaya or Bali. You must attend in person to give biometrics.

Q: Can I get a long-validity multi-entry visa?

Yes. Under the EU's 2025 visa cascade for Indonesia, if you have lawfully used a Schengen visa in the past three years you can be granted a multi-entry visa valid up to 5 years.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel. Processing is about 15 days but can be longer, so apply well in advance.

Indonesian ordinary passport holders NEED a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Finland for tourism. Indonesia is not visa-exempt and is not eligible for ETIAS. Finland is part of the Schengen Area, and Indonesia is on the list of nationalities that require a visa before travel. An Indonesian ordinary passport holder must apply in person for a Schengen Type C short-stay visa through the Finland Visa Application Centre (run by VFS Global) in Jakarta, Surabaya or Bali before departure. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Biometrics (fingerprints and a photo) are collected at submission. Mandatory travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage for the whole Schengen area is required. Standard processing is about 15 calendar days but can take longer in busy periods, so applying early (up to 6 months ahead) is advised. Note: Indonesia is NOT eligible for ETIAS (which launches in late 2026 for visa-exempt nationals only) — Indonesians continue to need a full Schengen visa. A positive recent change: since the EU's July 2025 visa-cascade decision for Indonesia, applicants who have lawfully used one Schengen visa within the previous three years can obtain multi-entry visas valid up to 5 years.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple (multi-entry up to 5 years under the cascade rule)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult) + VFS service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

About 15 calendar days

standard track

Validity

Matches the dates granted; multi-entry visas can be valid up to 5 years

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm the visa type and Finland as main destination

Apply for a Schengen Type C short-stay visa with Finland if it is your main destination (longest stay) or first point of entry. Indonesian ordinary passports always require a visa for Finland.

· Type C· Finland = main destination

/02

Gather the required documents

Prepare a passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure (issued within last 10 years), application form, biometric photo, round-trip flight reservation, accommodation, travel itinerary, proof of funds, and travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· Passport 3-month validity

/03

Book an appointment at the Finland VAC

Schedule an appointment with the Finland Visa Application Centre (VFS Global) in Jakarta, Surabaya or Bali. Apply up to 6 months before travel; do not leave it to the last minute.

· VFS Global· Up to 6 months ahead

/04

Submit application and give biometrics in person

Attend in person to submit documents, pay the fees and provide biometrics (fingerprints + photo). Biometrics are reused for up to 59 months if previously enrolled.

· In-person· Fingerprints + photo

/05

Pay the visa fee and service fee

Pay the EUR 90 Schengen visa fee plus the VFS service fee (around IDR 404,000 in Jakarta). Keep all receipts and the tracking reference.

· EUR 90 + service fee

/06

Track and collect the decision

Track your application online. Standard processing is about 15 days but allow extra time. Collect your passport with the visa decision and check the validity dates and allowed days before you travel.

· ~15 days· Check sticker dates

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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Passport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, issued within the last 10 years, with 2+ blank pages

required

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

required

One recent biometric passport photo (ICAO standard)

required

Travel medical insurance covering the whole Schengen area, minimum EUR 30,000

required

Confirmed round-trip flight reservation

required

Proof of accommodation for the entire stay (hotel bookings or host invitation)

required

Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, typically last 3 months)

required

Detailed travel itinerary / day-by-day plan

recommended

Employment letter, leave approval, or business registration

recommended

Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) given in person at the VAC

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard adult short-stay fee; EUR 45 for children aged 6-11, free under 6. (Increased from EUR 80 to EUR 90 effective 11 June 2026.)

VFS service fee (Jakarta)IDR 404,000Per applicant; Surabaya and Bali centres charge around IDR 795,000.

Travel medical insurance~EUR 30-60Mandatory minimum EUR 30,000 coverage for the whole Schengen area; cost varies by trip length.

Optional value-added servicesVariesPremium lounge, courier return, SMS, photocopy etc. — all optional.

Total estimateEUR 90 + IDR 404,000 — EUR 150 + IDR 800,000incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

About 15 calendar days

Normal Schengen processing time after biometrics and document submission. Can extend to 30-45 days in peak season or if extra checks are needed.

Early application

Apply up to 6 months ahead

Schengen applications open up to 6 months before travel; applying early avoids appointment shortages and processing delays.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Insufficient or unclear proof of funds

Bank statements that do not show stable, adequate funds to cover the whole trip are a leading cause of refusal.

High

/02

Weak ties to Indonesia / migration risk

Lack of evidence you will return (employment, family, property) raises doubts about your intention to leave the Schengen Area.

High

/03

Inadequate travel insurance

Missing insurance or coverage below EUR 30,000 or not valid Schengen-wide leads to rejection.

Medium

/04

Inconsistent or incomplete itinerary

Flights, hotels and stated dates that do not match each other, or missing bookings, undermine the application.

Medium

/05

Passport validity or document errors

Passport not valid 3 months beyond departure, issued over 10 years ago, or missing signatures/photos.

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

2026-05-30

Indonesia to Finland route verified

Confirmed via Finland MFA and VFS Global that Indonesian ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa for Finland; Indonesia is not ETIAS-eligible. Noted the EU July 2025 visa-cascade (multi-entry up to 5 years) and the Schengen fee rise to EUR 90 effective 11 June 2026.

/09 — The questions