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Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit GY?

Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Guyana. Guyana's 30-day visa-free exemption for Indonesia applies only to Diplomatic and Service passports, not ordinary ones. Ordinary travelers must obtain an approval letter from Guyana's Ministry of Home Affairs (applied online via the iss.gov.gy eServices portal) and then receive the visa on arrival, valid for up to 30 days. Guyana does grant visa-free entry to some Indonesian passport holders, but per the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Guyana visa list, this 30-day exemption is restricted to holders of Diplomatic and Service passports. Holders of an ordinary (regular) Indonesian passport traveling for tourism are NOT in the visa-exempt category and must secure a visa. The practical route is the visa-on-arrival channel: travelers who are not visa-exempt apply online through Guyana's Immigration Support Services eServices portal (iss.gov.gy) to obtain an approval letter (sometimes described as an eVisa approval) from the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the visa itself is then issued and paid for at the port of entry for a stay of up to 30 days, which is extendable. Some commercial sites incorrectly state Indonesia is broadly visa-free for 30 days; that claim conflicts with the official Guyanese source, which limits the exemption to Diplomatic/Service passports. Following the conservative standard, ordinary passport holders should plan on the visa-on-arrival/approval-letter process. A passport valid at least six months beyond the intended stay and proof of onward travel are required.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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
Visa on arrival (issued against a pre-approved approval letter from the Ministry of Home Affairs; applied online via iss.gov.gy)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days, extendable
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
No online application fee; visa fee payable on arrival (approx. USD 30-40, confirm with Guyana Immigration)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approval letter typically a few business days to a couple of weeks after online submission
standard track
Validity
Use within the period stated on the approval letter; 30-day stay from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport type and eligibility
Verify you hold an ordinary Indonesian passport. Guyana's 30-day visa-free entry for Indonesia applies only to Diplomatic/Service passports, so ordinary holders must obtain a visa via the approval-letter route.
· Ordinary passport· Visa required
/02
Check passport validity and onward ticket
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay and has at least one blank page. Hold a confirmed onward or return ticket.
· 6 months validity· Onward ticket
/03
Apply online via the eServices portal
Submit a visitor visa / visa-on-arrival request at the official Guyana Immigration Support Services portal (eservices.iss.gov.gy) and upload the required documents.
· eservices.iss.gov.gy· Online application
/04
Receive the approval letter
Wait for the Ministry of Home Affairs to issue the approval letter. Keep the reference number to track status and print the letter once approved.
· Approval letter· Reference number
/05
Travel and obtain the visa on arrival
Present the approval letter, passport, photo and supporting documents at the port of entry, pay the visa fee, and receive the entry stamp for up to 30 days.
· Pay on arrival· 30-day stamp
/06
Extend if needed
If you need to stay longer than 30 days, apply for an extension with the Guyana immigration authorities before your permitted stay expires.
· Extension· Before expiry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Ordinary Indonesian passport valid 6+ months beyond stay
required
At least one blank passport page
required
Passport biodata page scan (PDF/JPEG/PNG)
required
Recent color passport photo (square, 600x600 to 1200x1200 px, max 240 kB)
required
Letter requesting visa on arrival
required
Applicant's birth certificate
required
Confirmed onward or return ticket
required
Proof of accommodation in Guyana
recommended
Bank statement / proof of sufficient funds
recommended
Approval letter from Ministry of Home Affairs (printed)
required
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Online application (eServices submission)USD 0No charge to submit the approval-letter request online
Visa fee on arrivalUSD 30-40 (approx.)Single-entry visitor visa, paid at the port of entry; confirm exact amount with Guyana Immigration
Visa extension (if needed)VariesPayable locally if extending beyond 30 days
Total estimateUSD 30USD 40incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Direct contact with Department of Immigration
Varies
Some applicants arrange the approval letter by contacting the Department of Immigration and Citizenship directly
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Exemption limited to Diplomatic/Service passports
Guyana's official visa list grants Indonesia a 30-day exemption only for Diplomatic and Service passports, not ordinary passports.
High
/02
Ordinary passport not visa-exempt
Ordinary Indonesian passport holders fall outside Guyana's visa-waiver categories, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/03
Approval letter required before travel
Non-exempt travelers must obtain a Ministry of Home Affairs approval letter, applied online via the eServices portal.
Medium
/04
Conflicting third-party information
Some commercial websites wrongly claim broad 30-day visa-free entry; the official source overrides this, so the conservative visa route applies.
Medium
/05
Onward travel and funds checks
Immigration may require proof of onward travel and sufficient funds at entry.
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 · major
Indonesia to Guyana route verified
Verified against the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Guyana visa list and eServices portal: the 30-day Indonesia exemption applies only to Diplomatic/Service passports; ordinary passport holders require a visa-on-arrival obtained via an online approval letter.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Indonesian tourist enter Guyana visa-free?
No. Guyana's 30-day visa-free entry for Indonesia is limited to Diplomatic and Service passports. Ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa via an approval letter and receive it on arrival.
How do I apply for the Guyana visa?+
How long can I stay?+
When do I pay the visa fee?+
What documents do I need?+
Some websites say it is visa-free for 30 days. Is that wrong?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Indonesia passport

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