Yes, a visa is required to travel from United Kingdom to Indonesia.
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Do I need a visa for Indonesia from United Kingdom?
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British nationals must obtain an authorisation to visit Indonesia as tourists, in the form of an e-Visa applied for online before travel; an electronic visa on arrival also exists at selected entry points.
A British traveller heading for Bali, Lombok or Java does not get free entry to Indonesia. The safest option is the tourist e-Visa, to be requested and paid for online before departure. The British passport must be valid for at least six months on the date of entry.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. A British citizen cannot enter Indonesia formality-free for tourism: you need either an e-Visa prepared in advance or an electronic visa on arrival offered at some airports and seaports. Securing the e-Visa before flying is preferable, avoiding queues and the risk of on-site availability issues.
How and where to apply
Everything is done online at the official portal evisa.imigrasi.go.id run by Indonesia's Directorate General of Immigration. The British applicant opens an account, completes the form, uploads documents and pays by card. There is no appointment to book at an Indonesian embassy in the UK for this category.
Documents and fees
Carry a British passport valid six months after entry, a photo, an address of stay and an onward or return ticket. The exact e-Visa fee and its validity period should be confirmed on the official portal, as these details can change.
Processing and tips
Apply a few days before the flight to cover any processing time or additional document request. Keep the e-Visa on your phone and printed, and double-check the accuracy of the name and passport number. Also read FCDO guidance on any health requirements.
Common mistakes
Common traps for a British traveller: believing in free formality-free entry, travelling on a passport whose validity drops below six months, or confusing the advance e-Visa with the visa on arrival. Beware of intermediary sites charging a markup while imitating the official portal.
Official sources
- Directorate General of Immigration of Indonesia — e-Visa portal
- Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi (Indonesia)
- UK FCDO — Indonesia travel advice, entry requirements
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Indonesia from United Kingdom?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from United Kingdom 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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