Visa-Free vs E-VOA Indonesia 2026 Compared

Q: Can I extend visa-free entry in Indonesia?

No. Visa-free entry allows 30 days maximum with absolutely no extension possible. If you need to stay longer, you must exit Indonesia and re-enter, or apply for E-VOA initially which allows extensions up to 120 days total.

Q: Which is cheaper: visa-free or E-VOA?

Visa-free is free (IDR 0), while E-VOA costs IDR 500,000 (~USD 32). However, if you need 31-60 days, E-VOA is cheaper than doing a visa run (exit/re-entry flights cost IDR 1-3 million). For stays over 60 days, E-VOA with extensions (IDR 500K each) is far cheaper than multiple visa runs.

Q: What happens if I enter visa-free but need to stay 45 days?

You're stuck. Visa-free cannot be converted to E-VOA or extended. Your only options are: (1) Exit Indonesia before day 30 and pay overstay fines if late, (2) Do a visa run (exit and re-enter), which costs IDR 1-3 million for flights. This is why planning ahead matters.

Q: Can Americans use visa-free entry to Indonesia?

No. Americans (USA passport holders) are NOT eligible for visa-free entry to Indonesia as of 2026. Americans must use E-VOA (IDR 500K, 60 days, extendable) or B211A visa. Only ASEAN nationals and a few specific countries qualify for visa-free entry.

Q: How do I know which visa type I qualify for?

Check your passport nationality: (1) ASEAN + 10 countries = visa-free eligible, (2) 90+ countries including USA, UK, EU, Australia = E-VOA eligible, (3) Other nationalities = must apply for visa before arrival. See the eligibility tables in this article for your specific country.