Yes, a visa is required to travel from Eritrea to Indonesia.
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Do I need a visa for Indonesia from Eritrea?
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Yes, a visa is required: Eritrean nationals must obtain a visa before travelling to Indonesia, normally the e-Visa applied for online, or a consular visa.
Eritrea is not on Indonesia's visa-exempt list, and visa-free entry is not available to Eritrean passports. For any stay in Bali, Jakarta or elsewhere, the recommended route is the e-Visa requested in advance on the official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id, or a visa from an Indonesian mission. This guide walks through the steps.
Do you need a visa for Indonesia?
Yes. Eritrean citizens are not among the nationalities exempted from a visa for Indonesia and cannot rely on visa-free entry. The most common option is the e-Visa, an electronic visa applied for online that covers tourism and short stays, among other purposes. As visa on arrival is not guaranteed for Eritrean passports, be sure to arrange your visa before departure.
How and where to apply
You apply online on the official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id: create an account, choose the visa category that fits your trip, enter your passport details, upload your photo and the bio-data page, then pay by card. You may also lodge a file with the Indonesian embassy or consulate responsible for Eritrea. Given the checks that may apply, start the process well ahead of time.
Documents and fees
Have an Eritrean passport valid for at least 6 months on entry, with blank pages, a compliant photo, a return or onward ticket and, frequently, proof of accommodation and funds. A sponsor or letter of invitation may be required depending on the category. The e-Visa fee is paid online by card. As the amount and validity can vary, check the current fee on evisa.imigrasi.go.id before paying: we do not publish a figure here to avoid quoting outdated information.
Processing times and tips
e-Visa times depend on the category and can be longer if extra review of the file is needed; allow a wide margin and apply several weeks before departure. Keep the confirmation e-mail to present on arrival with your passport. Finally, check health requirements: a yellow-fever vaccination certificate may be required if you are arriving from a risk area.
Common mistakes and good to know
Do not count on a visa on arrival: it is not available to Eritreans, and turning up without a visa means denied boarding or entry. Do not underestimate processing times or the supporting documents requested. Watch out for overstaying, punished with a daily fine, and for passport validity: less than 6 months on entry is enough to cause refusal, even with a valid e-Visa.
Official sources
- Indonesian e-Visa portal — Directorate General of Immigration
- Directorate General of Immigration (Kementerian Imigrasi dan Pemasyarakatan)
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Indonesia from Eritrea?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 30 days.
How long can you stay in Indonesia?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 30 days.
What other visa types exist for Indonesia?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Indonesia offers among others: Student visa (E30A), Medical treatment visa, Business eVisa (B211A), Second Home visa (B211A long-stay), Digital Nomad visa (E33G), KITAS work permit (temporary residence).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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