Get an Indonesia Visa

Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for a Indonesia Visa for Australian Citizens

1. Visa Validity

   Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.

   The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

2. Duration of Stay

   The maximum duration of stay is:

   • Single Entry - Date specific; as per dates on application form/letter of invitation
   • Multiple Entry - Date specific; as per dates on application form/letter of invitation

   The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

3. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have at least three blank visa pages
   • Not be a temporary or emergency passport

4. Photograph(s)

   One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w) 
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

5. Business Introduction Letter

   You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Australia mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visasdirect.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.

6. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the applicant's host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

   • Be addressed to the Consulate
   • Be on company letter head showing the full address and contact details of the host
   • Include the applicants name and passport number
   • Specify the purpose and duration of stay
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant which must include the following sentence -

     "We will be fully responsible for (passenger name/s) during his/her/their stay in Indonesia."

   • Be dated and signed by the applicant's host

7. Photocopy of Certain Application Materials

   A clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport.

   VisasDirect can supply this requirement at a fee of $3.50 + GST per page if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay for successful visa issuance.

8. Proof of Sufficient Funds

   Evidence of available funds. This must be provided as:

   • A current bank statement showing the last three months transactions
   • Showing the applicants name
   • Showing a minimum balance of $2,000 for every 30 day stay in Indonesia

9. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.

10. Medical Certificate

    Applicants must submit a medical letter indicating that they are not having any symptoms of flu, cough, fever, trouble breathing, or respiratory illness. The letter must:

    • Be issued by a hospital
    • Be signed by a medical doctor
    • Be issued within the last seven days prior to submission date

11. Visa Application Form

    One fully completed and signed application form with an original signature (do not print double sided).

    • Please ensure the form is free of staples

12. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

13. Visa Conditions

    There are regions in Indonesia that the applicant cannot visit without special permission and approval.These regions are Papua and Poso. Travelers who wish to enter the restricted regions must obtain special authorization from Indonesian authorities and submit a copy of the approval with their application for visa. It may take 2 weeks or longer for such permission to be granted (or denied). Visitors that enter these regions without permission are subject to arrest, detention, and will be prosecuted according to Indonesian law.

14. Letter of Authorisation

    An official authorisation from the Indonesian Immigration (Immigrasi). The authorisation must stipulate Melbourne as the place of lodgement of the application and specify the number of entries. The authorisation must have been issued no more than three months from the date the visa application is lodged.

15. Visit for conference or workshop

    If the traveller is presenting at a conference further documentation may be required to apply for the visa.

16. Previous visits to areas impacted by COVID-19

    Indonesia has temporarily suspended entry to travellers who have been to Italy, Iran, South Korea, Vatican, Spain, France, Germany, Switzerland or the UK in the last 14 days.