Yes, a visa is required to travel from France to Indonesia.
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Do I need a visa for Indonesia from France?
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Yes, you need a visa: as a French citizen travelling to Indonesia (Bali, Jakarta…) for tourism, you enter on a Visa on Arrival (VoA), obtained either when you land or in advance online as an e-VOA.
For a short tourist trip to Bali or elsewhere in Indonesia, France is not on the visa-free list: you need a Visa on Arrival. You can pay for it directly at the counter in Denpasar or Jakarta airport, or arrange it before departure via the e-VOA on the official immigration portal. This guide walks through the process, the documents required and the extension rule.
Do you need a visa for Indonesia?
Yes. French citizens are not among the nationalities exempted from a visa for standard tourism in Indonesia: you must obtain a Visa on Arrival (VoA), also available electronically as an e-VOA. This visa covers tourism and short stays and can be secured either in person at an eligible entry point or online in advance. It is not a free entry stamp: the VoA is a paid visa, distinct from the visa exemption granted to certain other countries.
VoA on arrival or e-VOA online: how to proceed
Both routes lead to the same visa. On arrival, you go to the "Visa on Arrival" desk at eligible airports and seaports (Bali-Denpasar, Jakarta…) and pay the fee on the spot before clearing immigration. Online, you apply for the e-VOA beforehand on the official portal https://molina.imigrasi.go.id: you create an account, enter your passport details, upload a photo and the passport ID page, then pay by card. You receive the e-VOA by e-mail to show on arrival. For Bali in high season, the e-VOA is strongly recommended to avoid queues at the counter.
Documents and requirements
Bring a passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry into Indonesia, with blank pages. You must also be able to show an onward or return ticket out of Indonesia. Payment is made by bank card for the online e-VOA, or on site for the classic VoA. As the VoA/e-VOA fee can change, check the current amount directly on the official portal https://molina.imigrasi.go.id before you pay.
Length of stay and extension
The tourist VoA and e-VOA allow a stay of 30 days, extendable once by a further 30 days, for up to 60 days in total. The extension is requested from the immigration authorities in Indonesia, or via the online portal according to the current procedure; start the process several days before expiry to avoid overstaying. Practical tip: complete your e-VOA a few days before departure so you arrive in Bali relaxed, with the document already in hand.
Common mistakes and good to know
Do not confuse the VoA with visa exemption: France is not entitled to it for a tourist stay, and arriving expecting to enter visa-free can prove costly. Beware of overstaying, which carries a daily fine that must be settled before you can leave the country. Finally, check your passport validity well ahead of departure: less than 6 months' validity on entry leads to a denied boarding or refused admission, even with a valid e-VOA.
Official sources
- Direction générale de l'immigration indonésienne — portail e-VOA (Molina)
- Direction générale de l'immigration (Kementerian Imigrasi dan Pemasyarakatan)
- France Diplomatie — Conseils aux voyageurs, Indonésie
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Indonesia from France?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from France directly at the Indonesia border (allowed duration: 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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