The Indonesian government has announced a major extension to its visa-free policy, adding 13 new nationalities to the list of countries whose citizens can stay in Indonesia without a visa for up to 30 days.
This decision, made official by the Peraturan Presiden Nomor 95 Tahun 2024 and signed by the Chairman Joko Widodo on August 29, is designed to strengthen diplomatic relations and boost tourism and the local economy. It applies immediately.
Legal and regulatory background
Indonesia's visa waiver regulations are governed by several laws and decrees. The Peraturan Presiden Nomor 95 Tahun 2024 replaces the previous 2016 decree, which was no longer in line with current legal and economic developments.
The decree was issued not only to simplify entry procedures for tourists, but also to reinforce national security and selectivity in the granting of visa exemptions, taking into account the principles of reciprocity and mutual benefit.
Visa Waiver Details
The visa waiver allows citizens of the countries concerned to enter Indonesia without a visa for a period of 30 days. However, this period is neither renewable nor convertible into another type of residence permit.
Visitors must enter through specific immigration checkpoints, determined by the Indonesian Minister for Legal Affairs and Human Rights.
Beneficiary countries
New visa-exempt nationalities include Brunei Darussalam, Colombia, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Suriname, Thailand, East Timor And Vietnam.
The list was drawn up taking into account a number of factors, including national security, tourism potential, and economic and investment relations.
Visa Waiver Data Table
| Criteria | Detail |
|---|---|
| Authorized length of stay | 30 days, non-renewable |
| Authorized entry points | Seaports, international airports and other checkpoints |
| Number of beneficiary countries | 13 |
| Award principles | Reciprocity, mutual benefit, national security, tourism, economy |
| Current legislation | Peraturan Presiden Nomor 95 Tahun 2024 |
Objectives and implications
The main aim of this policy is to encourage tourism, which is a major source of revenue for Indonesia. According to Sandiaga UnoAccording to the French Minister of Tourism, the extension of visa-free travel could generate a national tourism economy of $40 billion.
The decree stipulates that the list of beneficiary countries must be evaluated at least once every 6 months, or more often if necessary. This evaluation is carried out in collaboration with the ministries and agencies concerned, and may lead to the inclusion or removal of countries from the list, depending on the criteria set.
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