Do Children Need Indonesia eVisas?
Yes — every child, toddler, and infant traveling to Indonesia on their own passport requires a separate Indonesia eVisa, regardless of age. Even a lap infant on an airline ticket must hold an individual eVisa linked to their own passport number before boarding.
Traveling together as a family? You do not need to complete separate checkouts one by one. On our online application form, you can include up to 15 family members (adults and children) in a single submission, with manual passport and photo verification for every child before we file with Indonesian immigration. See our dedicated Family & Group Indonesia eVisa Guide for full group instructions.
Understanding Children's eVisa Requirements
Why Every Child Needs a Separate eVisa
Indonesian immigration records are tied to individual passport numbers, not airline bookings or family surnames:
- Individual immigration record: Every traveler crossing an Indonesian airport or seaport border is cleared individually.
- Own passport required: Each child must travel on their own passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Indonesia.
- No parent-visa sharing: An approved parent eVisa never covers a child or infant holding a separate passport.
Quick Summary: Infants, Toddlers & Teenagers
| Age Group | Separate Passport Required? | Separate eVisa Required? | Can Apply in Family Group Checkout (Up to 15)? | Key Extra Document to Carry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infants (0–2 years) | Yes (6+ months valid) | Yes | Yes — add as passenger on /apply | Birth certificate copy + consent if 1 parent |
| Children (2–11 years) | Yes (6+ months valid) | Yes | Yes — add as passenger on /apply | Birth certificate copy + consent if 1 parent |
| Teenagers (12–17 years) | Yes (6+ months valid) | Yes | Yes — add as passenger on /apply | Consent letter if traveling without both parents |
Step-by-Step Application Process for Children
- Check eligibility by passport: Verify that your child's passport country qualifies on our nationality requirement checker.
- Start a family or individual application: Open /apply and select the total number of passengers in your party (1 to 15 travelers).
- Enter each child's exact passport data: Use the child's own passport bio page for full name, passport number, and date of birth — never enter a parent's passport number in a child's slot.
- Upload passport scan & photo: Upload the child's passport bio page and portrait photo. Our team checks infant and child photos before filing so blurry or shadowed shots do not cause a government rejection.
- Complete one shared payment: Pay the government fee plus our transparent service fee for all travelers in a single checkout.
- Receive individual PDFs: Each adult and child receives a separate eVisa PDF by email (typically within 2 hours to 2 working days). Print one copy per traveler for airline check-in and arrival in Bali or Jakarta.
Required Documents for Children
For the online eVisa filing and airport border check, prepare:
- Child's passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date in Indonesia, with at least one blank page.
- Digital passport bio-page scan: Clear color image showing all four corners and the Machine Readable Zone (MRZ).
- Digital portrait photo: Plain light background, face forward. For babies, lay the infant on a plain white sheet in even lighting with no parent hands or shadows visible.
- Return or onward flight ticket: Matching the family's travel schedule.
- Birth certificate copy (recommended at border): Helpful at airline check-in and Indonesian immigration, especially when a child's surname differs from a parent's.
Full document details: Indonesia eVisa documents checklist.
Parental Consent and Single-Parent Travel
Traveling with One Parent or a Non-Parent Guardian
When a minor under 18 travels to Indonesia with only one parent, grandparents, or a school/tour group:
- Notarized parental consent letter: Signed by the non-traveling parent(s), authorizing the trip dates, flight route, and accompanying adult.
- Copy of non-traveling parent's passport bio page: Airlines and border officers frequently ask to verify the signature on the consent letter.
- Custody or legal guardianship papers: Carry official copies if one parent holds sole custody or if the child has a different surname.
Fees for Children and Family Groups
Indonesian government eVisa fees apply per passport (not by age):
| Visa Option | Government Fee (Per Person) | Assisted Service Fee (Per Person) | Total Per Traveler |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30-Day Tourist eVisa | $70.00 | $69.99 | $139.99 |
| 60-Day Tourist eVisa | $130.00 | $69.99 | $199.99 |
- 100% Service Fee Refund Guarantee: If an application is refused by Indonesian immigration, we refund 100% of our $69.99 service fee for that traveler.
- Compare options on our Indonesia eVisa fees page or read 30-day vs 60-day tourist eVisa.
Special Tips for Traveling with Children
- Apply at least 3–7 days before departure: While most Indonesia eVisas approve within 2 hours to 2 working days, applying early gives time to retake an infant photo if needed.
- Print every child's eVisa PDF: Keep all family passports, printed eVisas, and birth certificates in one carry-on folder for fast clearance at Bali (DPS) or Jakarta (CGK).
- Autogate rules at Bali & Jakarta airports: Children aged 6 and older with e-passports and approved eVisas can often use biometric Autogates; families with babies or children under 6 should use the staffed immigration counters together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do babies need an Indonesia eVisa? Yes. Every infant and child with their own passport needs a separate Indonesia eVisa before flying or arriving by cruise ship.
Can I include my children in my Indonesia eVisa application? Yes. You can apply for yourself, your partner, and your children together (up to 15 travelers in one checkout) on our application form. Each person still receives their own individual eVisa PDF.
Is the Indonesia eVisa fee lower for children or babies? No. Indonesian immigration charges the same per-passport government fee ($70 for 30 days or $130 for 60 days) for children and infants as for adults.
What if my child has a different last name from me? Apply using the exact name on the child's passport, and carry a copy of the child's birth certificate and parental consent letter in your hand luggage for airline and border checks.
How long does a child's Indonesia eVisa take to process? Children's applications are processed on the same timeline as adults — typically 2 hours to 2 working days, subject to Indonesian immigration review.
Summary: Every child and infant needs their own passport and separate Indonesia eVisa. To apply for your family in one step (up to 15 travelers), start your family Indonesia eVisa application here.