Yes, a visa is required to travel from Maldives to Indonesia.
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Do I need a visa for Indonesia from Maldives?
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Maldivian citizens need a visa for Indonesia, issued on arrival at major entry points or obtained in advance through the online e-VoA.
Maldivian passport holders keen to explore Bali, Java or Sulawesi fall under Indonesia's visa-on-arrival regime. They can obtain this visa at the immigration counter of certain international airports, or arrange it as an e-VoA on the Directorate General of Immigration's portal before leaving Malé. The online route is the most practical.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, in a streamlined form. Maldivian citizens are not fully exempt: they qualify for a visa on arrival for a short tourist stay in Indonesia. This visa is issued at the desk of major airports (Denpasar-Bali, Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta) or obtained in advance online as an e-VoA.
How and where to apply
From Malé or another departure point, the simplest option is to request the e-VoA at evisa.imigrasi.go.id: account, form, passport upload and card payment, before boarding. Otherwise the visa on arrival is paid directly at the immigration counter of the Indonesian airport. No consular visit is required.
Documents and fees
Have a Maldivian passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival and a recent ID photo for the online request. A return or onward ticket may be required both at the counter and online. The fee amount and validity are not confirmed here: check the current rate on the official portal.
Processing and tips
Choosing the e-VoA before departure spares you the counter queue, which is particularly long in Bali during peak season. Our source does not guarantee a set timeframe, so allow a few days. Make sure your details match the passport exactly and keep a printed and digital copy of the visa.
Common mistakes
Do not assume the visa on arrival is offered at every entry point: the list changes and some land borders are excluded. Avoid intermediary sites that overcharge for the e-VoA; only evisa.imigrasi.go.id is official. Finally, a Maldivian passport valid for less than six months is a common reason for refusal.
Official sources
- Portail e-Visa officiel — Direction générale de l'immigration d'Indonésie
- Direction générale de l'immigration (Ditjen Imigrasi)
- Ministère des Affaires étrangères d'Indonésie
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Indonesia is the 4th most populous country in the world with nearly 288 million inhabitants. It is the leading economy in Southeast Asia and a G20 member, experiencing sustained economic growth of approximately 5% annually for 50 years and ranking among the world's top 10 economies.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Indonesia from Maldives?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Maldives 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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