🇮🇩INDONESIA

🇫🇷FRANCE (SCHENGEN)ID-FR

Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit France (Schengen)?

Q: Can Indonesians use ETIAS instead of a visa?

No. ETIAS only applies to visa-exempt nationalities. Indonesia is visa-required, so a full Schengen visa is needed regardless of the ETIAS rollout.

Q: How long can I stay with a Schengen visa?

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

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The standard adult fee is EUR 90, EUR 45 for children 6-12, and free for children under 6, plus a VFS Global service fee (about IDR 404,000).

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and should apply at least 3-4 weeks ahead; processing is normally 15 days but can take longer in peak season.

Q: Where do I apply in Indonesia?

Start on the France-Visas portal, then submit documents and biometrics at a VFS Global France visa application centre (Jakarta, Surabaya, or Bali).

Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit France for tourism. Indonesia is NOT visa-exempt and is NOT eligible for ETIAS, so the visa must be obtained before departure. France is part of the Schengen Area, and Indonesia is on the list of countries whose nationals require a visa to enter. An Indonesian ordinary passport holder traveling to France for tourism must apply for a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before departure, normally through the official France-Visas portal with biometrics and document submission handled by VFS Global in Indonesia. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area. The standard adult visa fee is EUR 90 (reduced EUR 45 for children 6-12, free under 6), plus a VFS service charge. Because Indonesia is visa-required, it is NOT eligible for ETIAS — ETIAS only applies to nationalities that already travel visa-free to Schengen. Apply 3-4 weeks ahead (up to 6 months in advance), with proof of accommodation, return travel, sufficient funds, and travel insurance covering at least EUR 30,000.

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 (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (children 6-12); free under 6

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 15 calendar days; allow 2-6 weeks

standard track

Validity

Valid for travel dates granted; can be issued for up to 5 years (multiple-entry) for frequent travelers

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm visa type on France-Visas

Use the France-Visas online assistant to confirm you need a short-stay (Type C) Schengen visa for tourism. France must be your main destination or first point of entry.

· France-Visas portal· Type C

/02

Create your France-Visas application online

Register and complete the application form on france-visas.gouv.fr, then print the completed form and confirmation/receipt.

· Online form· Print receipt

/03

Gather required documents

Prepare passport, photos, flight reservation, hotel bookings, travel insurance (min. EUR 30,000 cover), bank statements and other supporting documents.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· Bank proof

/04

Book a VFS Global appointment

Schedule and attend an appointment at the France visa application centre (VFS Global) in Jakarta/Surabaya/Bali for biometrics and document submission.

· VFS Global· Biometrics

/05

Pay fees and submit

Pay the EUR 90 visa fee plus the VFS service charge, submit fingerprints and documents, and keep your tracking reference.

· EUR 90 + service fee

/06

Collect passport and travel

Track the application, collect your passport once decided, verify the visa sticker details, and travel within the authorized dates.

· Track online· Check sticker

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

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

required

Completed and signed France-Visas application form

required

Two recent biometric photos (3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background)

required

Round-trip flight reservation / itinerary

required

Proof of accommodation in France (hotel bookings or invitation)

required

Travel medical insurance covering minimum EUR 30,000

required

Bank statements / proof of sufficient funds (last 3 months)

required

Proof of employment, business, or study ties to Indonesia

recommended

Cover letter explaining trip purpose and itinerary

recommended

Visa fee plus VFS service fee payment

required

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay Type C fee since 11 June 2024

Schengen visa fee (child 6-12)EUR 45Reduced rate; children under 6 are free

VFS Global service feeapprox. IDR 404,000Per applicant, paid to the visa application centre

Travel medical insurancevariesMust cover minimum EUR 30,000 for the whole stay

Total estimateEUR 90 + IDR 404,000 — EUR 90 + IDR 404,000 + insurance & optional servicesincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

15 calendar days (allow 2-6 weeks)

Normal France-Visas / VFS processing; apply well ahead, up to 6 months before travel.

Peak-season buffer

Up to 45 days

During summer and holiday peaks processing may take longer; submit early to avoid delays.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Indonesia is a visa-required nationality for Schengen

Indonesian passport holders are not on the Schengen visa-exempt list and must obtain a visa before entering France.

High

/02

Not eligible for ETIAS

ETIAS applies only to visa-free nationalities; Indonesians need a full Schengen visa, not ETIAS.

High

/03

Tourism is a short-stay purpose

Tourist trips fall under the Type C short-stay category limited to 90 days in any 180-day window.

High

/04

France must be the main destination

You must apply to France only if it is your primary destination or first entry point in Schengen.

Medium

/05

Biometrics required in person

Fingerprints and photo must be captured at a VFS centre unless on file from a recent prior application.

Medium

/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 France route verified

Confirmed via France-Visas and EU sources that Indonesian ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa for tourism; not ETIAS-eligible. Visa fee remains EUR 90 (since June 2024).

/09 — The questions