Travel convenience upgrade! Indonesia may open visa-free entry, boosting benefits for Taiwanese travelers

Key Takeaways:

• In December 2024, Indonesian officials discussed visa-free access for 20 countries, with Taiwan and Hong Kong on the evaluation list
• However, the final visa-free list released did not include Taiwan; see the latest list at Indonesia Announces New 13-Country Visa-Free List
• Currently, travelers from Taiwan still need to apply for a Visa on Arrival (VoA) or e-VOA to enter Indonesia/Bali, costing Rp 500,000 (about USD$32), valid for 30 days with one extension possible

According to a Central News Agency report on December 8, Indonesia is considering implementing a visa-free policy for visitors from 20 countries, including Taiwan.

Travel to Indonesia/Bali may soon be visa-free

Currently, only citizens of other ASEAN member states can enter Indonesia visa-free. The Indonesian government is actively promoting inbound tourism and thus considering expanding the visa-free policy. Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga Uno stated in an interview with CNN Indonesia that the list of countries under consideration is based on the number of their citizens visiting Indonesia.

He mentioned the United States, Japan, China (including Hong Kong), India, the United Arab Emirates, several European countries, and Taiwan. He said this policy would encourage high-spending, high-quality travelers. The government may discuss the visa-free policy next month, while also considering whether Indonesian travelers can receive similar treatment in other countries.

Under current regulations, visitors from Taiwan or Hong Kong can apply for a Visa on Arrival or a paid e-VOA, costing about USD$32 (Rp. 500,000). This document is valid for 30 days and can be extended once.

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