
Learn More: C1 (B211A Visa)
What you need to know
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The Indonesia C1 (previously known as B211A) eVisa is for tourism or business purposes.
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It is a single-entry eVisa that is valid for a stay up to 60 days.
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Once your visa is issued, you will have 90 days to enter Indonesia with this document.

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Last updated: November 2024
Indonesia is renowned for its beaches, volcanoes, Komodo dragons, and jungles home to elephants, orangutans, tigers, and other animals. Come and discover the wonders of Indonesia on a holiday or business trip.
Most tourists need the Indonesia Visa C1, previously known as B211A) to visit the country.
What is the Indonesia Visa C1 (B211A)?
This tourist visa is designed for foreigners visiting Indonesia for tourism or business. It is valid for a single entry only and does not permit multiple visits.
Purpose of the visa:
- Tourism: Travelers can engage in tourist activities throughout the country.
- Business: The visa allows attendance at business meetings, seminars, exhibitions, and the monitoring of investment projects.
Who is eligible to apply for the Indonesia C1 Visa (B211A)?
While some nationalities are eligible to get a visa on arrival, the process can be often long and tedious.
We can imagine you would like to enjoy your holiday as soon as you arrive. With this tourist visa, you can relax and simply follow the route to passport control, instead of standing in a queue for a visa on arrival.
How long is the Indonesia C1 Visa (B211A) valid for?
This type of tourist visa is valid for a single entry only, which means that you need a new visa every time you want to enter the country.
Once you have received your travel document, you have 90 days to enter Indonesia from the visa issuance date, and you can stay in the country for up to 60 days.
You can enter the country through these airports for tourism with this visa:
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Ngurah Rai International Airport of Bali
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Soekarno Hatta International Airport of Jakarta
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Tanjung Pinang Haji Fisabillilah International Airport in Tanjung Pinang
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Surabaya Juanda International Airport
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International Airport Hang Nadim of Batam and the port of Batam
If you are visiting Indonesia on a business trip, you will only be able to enter through the following airports:
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Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
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Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali
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Sam Ratulangi International Airport in Manado.
Travel requirements and required documents for the C1 Indonesia Visa (B211A)
According to the Indonesian Embassy, to apply for the this visa for Indonesia, you need to adhere to these tourist visa requirements:
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Valid passport: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months expiration date upon arrival in Indonesia.
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Digital photo: You must have a passport photo, with your face visible and with a white background.
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Email address: An email address is required so that we can contact you and send the approved electronic documents to your email inbox.
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Payment method: You can pay for processing with a debit or credit card and in some cases, PayPal or Amazon Pay.
Do I need an Indonesia C1 Visa (B211A) to transit through the country?
This visitor visa applies to those visiting Indonesia for various purposes such as tourism, social and cultural activities, sports, business, commercial activities, family visits, journalistic activities, or transit.
Therefore, if you only wish to transit through the country to reach another destination, you will still need to apply for this visa.
How to apply online for the C1 Indonesia Visa (B211A)?
All you have to do is follow these steps:
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Step 1: Fill out your personal and travel information on our website or through our mobile app. Choose your preferred processing time.
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Second: Double-check all info and pay for the visa and processing.
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Third: Upload any required documents. Our group of experts will then process and review your request.
Once the process is completed, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address you entered and will be updated timely about the status of your application.
Costs and processing time of the Indonesia C1 Visa (B211A)
There are three processing alternatives, each varying in processing time and price. They are as follows:
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Standard Processing Time: This is the standard and most affordable option, ideal for those that applied quite some time in advance (allow at least 20 days).
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Rush Processing Time: This is a faster option for your Indonesia visa, for an extra fee.
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Super Rush Processing Time: If you’re in a rush, choose this option for an express fee.
Do minors need a C1 Indonesia Visa (B211A) to enter the country?
All foreign nationals must have their own visas to enter the country, including minors under 18 who have their own passports.
Minors who are unable to complete the process on their own may rely on the assistance of their parents or guardians to process it.
Indonesia entry requirements or restrictions
There are currently no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travelers entering Indonesia.
Immigration officials may ask you for proof of onward travel (such as a return or onward flight ticket) upon arrival. Some airlines have refused to board passengers without evidence of this.
Where can I contact you for more info?
If you have any questions about the services offered or visas for Indonesia, we recommend that you contact us via WhatsApp or iVisa chat.
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Why Register with the Embassy
Required Information to Apply
Once You Have Registered With Your Embassy Or Consulate, You Will Need To Update Your Data If:
- your contact details change,
- your civil status changes,
- you are going back to your home country.
Questions?
My application couldn’t be completed due to an error. What now?
Is the C1 Visa the same as the B211A Visa?
Yes, the B211A Visa has been renamed to the C1 Visa, but the rules and eligibility criteria remain unchanged.
If you recently applied for a B211A Visa, be sure to check its validity dates. You can still use the visa as long as it is within the valid period.
What can I do if my Indonesia B211A Visa application has been canceled or rejected?
I have a residency in a foreign country, does that count?
Can I leave the country and come back with the same B211 Visa?
Can I work using this visa?
The B211A or C1 visa does not permit employment. Working under this visa may result in fines or deportation.
The visa only allows temporary business activities such as attendance at business meetings, seminars, exhibitions, and the monitoring of investment projects.
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