Indonesia Airport Procedures 2026: Arrival & Departure Guide
Whether landing in Bali or Jakarta, here's your step-by-step guide to navigating Indonesian airports.
Arrival Process
Airport Arrival Steps
From landing to exit
30-90 minutes
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VOA Payment
At VOA Counter
Visa on Arrival
Before immigration, pay for VOA:
- Cost: IDR 500,000
- Payment: Cash (IDR, USD) or card
- Receipt: Keep for immigration
- Duration: 30 days, extendable
Look for "Visa on Arrival" counter before the immigration queues.
Payment Options
| Method | Accepted |
|---|---|
| Indonesian Rupiah | Yes |
| US Dollars | Yes |
| Credit/Debit Card | Yes (most airports) |
| Other currencies | Some accepted |
Immigration
What to Expect
| Item | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Documents | Show passport + VOA receipt/visa |
| Questions | May ask purpose, duration, address |
| Biometrics | Photo and fingerprints |
| Stamp | Entry stamp in passport |
| Duration | Varies (can be quick or slow) |
Common Questions Asked
| Question | Good Answer |
|---|---|
| Purpose of visit? | Tourism / Business meetings / Visiting family |
| How long staying? | [Your actual planned duration] |
| Where staying? | [Hotel name and area] |
| Return flight? | [Date and airline] |
| Occupation? | [Your job/profession] |
Immigration Tips
For smooth passage:
- Be polite and patient
- Answer truthfully
- Have accommodation address ready
- Know your return flight date
- Don't joke about illegal things
- Dress reasonably
Customs
What to Declare
| Declare | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Cash over IDR 100M / USD 10K | Must declare |
| Cigarettes over 200 | Must declare |
| Alcohol over 1 liter | Must declare |
| Goods over USD 500 value | May be dutiable |
Prohibited Items
Do Not Bring
Strictly prohibited:
- Narcotics/drugs (death penalty!)
- Weapons
- Pornography
- Counterfeit goods
- Certain food products
- Items offensive to religion
Drugs carry death penalty in Indonesia!
Channels
| Channel | Use When |
|---|---|
| Green | Nothing to declare |
| Red | Items to declare |
You may still be randomly checked in green channel.
Departure Process
Airport Departure Steps
Leaving Indonesia
60-120 minutes
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Overstay Check
Check Before Departure
Before going to immigration:
- Count your days in Indonesia
- Check visa expiry date
- Overstay = IDR 1,000,000 per day fine
- Fines paid at airport immigration
- Can delay your departure
Calculate carefully to avoid surprises!
Airport Facilities
Bali (DPS) - Ngurah Rai
| Facility | Location |
|---|---|
| ATMs | Arrival hall, departure |
| Money exchange | Multiple counters |
| SIM cards | Arrival hall |
| Grab/Gojek | Pickup area |
| Taxi | Official counter |
| Porter | Available (tip expected) |
Jakarta (CGK) - Soekarno-Hatta
| Facility | Location |
|---|---|
| ATMs | Throughout |
| Money exchange | Multiple |
| SIM cards | Arrival halls |
| Train (Railink) | To city center |
| Taxi | Official counters |
| Grab | Pickup areas |
Transport Options
From Bali Airport
| Option | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Official taxi | Fixed price by zone | Safe, metered alternative |
| Grab/Gojek | Variable | Pickup area outside |
| Hotel pickup | Often free | Arrange in advance |
| Private driver | IDR 200-400K | Pre-booked |
From Jakarta Airport
| Option | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Airport train | IDR 70K | To Sudirman, 45 min |
| Taxi (Blue Bird) | Metered | IDR 200-400K to city |
| Grab | Variable | May be cheaper |
| Hotel pickup | Varies | Arrange in advance |
Pre-Travel Checklist
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