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Indonesia to France visa requirements

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 TLScontact service fee equivalent to EUR 24 in Indonesian rupiah.

Q: How early should I apply?

Take an appointment as soon as your trip date is known. France-Visas Indonesia says short-stay examination may be 48 hours after the file reaches the embassy, but mandatory checks and high seasons can extend issuance to about 3 weeks.

Q: Where do I apply in Indonesia?

Start on the France-Visas portal, then submit documents and biometrics at the TLScontact France visa application centre in Jakarta.

Q: Can Indonesians get a long-validity multiple-entry Schengen visa?

Possibly. Under the EU visa-cascade rule adopted on 23 July 2025, Indonesian residents can be issued a five-year multiple-entry Schengen visa after obtaining and lawfully using one Schengen visa in the previous three years, if the passport has enough validity.

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 remains in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, the list of nationalities that require a visa to cross Schengen external borders. An Indonesian ordinary passport holder traveling to France for tourism must apply for a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before departure through the official France-Visas portal, with appointment, document submission, and visa biometrics handled by TLScontact in Jakarta; the Embassy of France in Jakarta makes the visa decision. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the Schengen Area. The standard fee is EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-12, and free for children under 6, plus a TLScontact service fee equivalent to EUR 24 in Indonesian rupiah. Since 10 April 2026, the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) records short-stay entries and exits at the Schengen border and replaces passport stamping. Because Indonesia is visa-required, Indonesian ordinary passport holders are not eligible for ETIAS; ETIAS is a separate travel authorization for visa-free nationalities, expected from the last quarter of 2026. Indonesian residents may benefit from the 23 July 2025 EU visa-cascade decision: after obtaining and lawfully using one Schengen visa in the previous three years, they can be issued a five-year multiple-entry visa if the passport remains valid.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21

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 2026-06-21

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; plus TLScontact service fee equivalent to EUR 24 in IDR

consular fee only

Processing time

Embassy review may be 48 hours after receipt by the visa section, but Schengen controls and peak seasons can extend issuance to about 3 weeks

standard track

Validity

Valid for travel dates granted; Indonesian residents can be issued a 5-year multiple-entry visa after lawfully using one Schengen visa in the previous 3 years, if passport validity allows

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 TLScontact appointment

Schedule and attend an appointment at the TLScontact France visa application centre in Jakarta for document submission and visa biometrics.

· TLScontact Jakarta· Biometrics

/05

Pay fees and submit

Pay the EUR 90 visa fee in IDR plus the TLScontact service fee equivalent to EUR 24 in IDR, submit fingerprints and documents, and keep your tracking reference.

· EUR 90 + EUR 24 equivalent

/06

Collect passport and travel

Track the application, collect your passport once decided, verify the visa sticker details, and travel within the authorized dates. At the Schengen border, EES records entry/exit data and biometrics separately from the visa application.

· Track online· EES at border

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Indonesia -> France · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

0 / 13 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

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

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed France-Visas application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

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

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation in France (hotel bookings or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance covering minimum EUR 30,000

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

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

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedProof of employment, business, or study ties to Indonesia

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedCover letter explaining trip purpose and itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredVisa fee plus TLScontact service fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredEES border registration on arrival from 10 April 2026

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesFrance-Visas — Indonesia application page, Embassy of France in Jakarta decision authority (no visible page date; accessed 2026-06-21)France-Visas — Short-stay visa page (no visible page date)France-Visas — Visa application process, biometrics and decision windows (no visible page date; accessed 2026-06-21)

Application link included: France-Visas — Indonesia application page, Embassy of France in Jakarta decision authority (no visible page date; accessed 2026-06-21)

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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

TLScontact service feeEUR 24 equivalent in IDRPer applicant; payable in Indonesian rupiah and fluctuates with the consular exchange rate

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

Total estimateEUR 90 + EUR 24 equivalent in IDR — EUR 90 + EUR 24 equivalent in IDR + insurance & optional TLS servicesincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy review after TLS transfer

About 48 hours after receipt

France-Visas Indonesia says short-stay files are examined by the French Embassy visa section after TLScontact transfers the file, when no extra checks delay issuance.

Peak-season or extra Schengen controls

Possibly about 3 weeks

Issuance can take longer because of mandatory Schengen controls and high-season appointment or decision delays. Submit early once your trip date is known.

/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 TLScontact unless on file from a recent prior Schengen visa application.

Medium

/06

Frequent travelers may qualify for longer validity

Under the 2025 EU visa-cascade decision for Indonesia, residents who obtained and lawfully used one Schengen visa in the last 3 years may receive a 5-year multiple-entry visa if the passport remains valid.

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

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-21 · major

Codex rechecked Indonesia to France Schengen facts

Re-verified official France-Visas, EUR-Lex, EEAS, France Diplomatie, and European Commission sources; added checked-date, replaced outdated VFS Global Indonesia guidance with TLScontact Jakarta, updated service fee to the EUR 24 equivalent in IDR, added EES border-registration wording, and added the 2025 Indonesia five-year multiple-entry visa-cascade rule.

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