Be aware for those entering Indonesia on the Free 30 day tourist Visa (V.O.A)

..,, take note; the Free VOA (visa on arrival - is not renewable)


There is however - a PAID 30 day Visa on arrival option that is renewable for another 30 days only without needing to exit the country .

- and if this is the VISA you WANT - then this option must clearly be stated when first entering the country (ie; the customs desk in Indonesia , or to an officer at a port of arrival) - and here you will pay USD$30.00 and then get the specific stamp for that visa,
- Note If you do not clearly and promptly state (ie; when initially producing your passport upon entry to Indonesia) - That you Do Not want the free Tourist VOA Visa , but instead you WANT the PAID $30.00 Visa ..., you will otherwise simply be stamped with the free 30 day non renewable tourist visa.
Do not skip (or forget) this important step .., as many get caught out here.



A better option is to already have a visa that was 'pre arranged' from outside of Indonesia at an Indonesian Embassy.

For this Standard tourists can get a 60 Day Visa . It is not renewable, but it saves you the hassle of the Paid 30 day tourist visa method (mentioned above) which requires the renewal hassle after 3 weeks into your trip as is with the Paid $30.00 30 Day Visa.

AAAAND.... I think all there's nothing to be gained from this going any further with this thread. Feel free to PM me with you contribution if you disagree.

Nigel in NZ

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