Do Cruise Passengers Need a Visa to Visit Indonesia?
Yes — most foreign cruise passengers need an Indonesia eVisa before disembarking at any Indonesian port (such as Bali, Lombok, Komodo Island, Surabaya, Semarang, or Jakarta), unless they hold an ASEAN visa-exempt passport.
Even if your shore excursion only lasts a few hours, Indonesian immigration clears every passenger who steps off the ship. Applying for your Tourist eVisa (30 days) online before your cruise departs lets you skip the port Visa-on-Arrival payment queues and walk straight to passport clearance with a printed approval.
Ready to apply for your cruise? Start your Indonesia eVisa application (1 to 15 passengers)
Cruise Scenarios at a Glance (Single Port vs Multiple Ports)
Whether you need one single-entry eVisa or a second visa depends on whether your ship stays inside Indonesian waters between port calls:
| Cruise Itinerary Scenario | Visa Needed | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Indonesian port call (e.g., Singapore → Bali → Darwin) | One 30-day Tourist eVisa | Single entry covers your port stop. |
| Consecutive Indonesian ports (e.g., Bali → Lombok → Komodo → Surabaya without visiting another country in between) | One 30-day Tourist eVisa | You remain inside Indonesia between domestic ports, so one single-entry eVisa covers the whole domestic leg. |
| Ship leaves Indonesia and re-enters (e.g., Bali → Dili, Timor-Leste → Komodo, or Batam → Singapore → Jakarta) | Two single-entry eVisas (or Multiple-Entry Visa) | Leaving Indonesian territory closes a single-entry eVisa; re-entering from a foreign port requires a new valid entry. |
| Fly into Bali/Jakarta to board a cruise | One 30-day or 60-day Tourist eVisa | Your airport arrival activates the eVisa, which remains valid for consecutive domestic cruise ports. |
| Stay on board the ship (do not disembark) | Usually no shore visa required | Confirm with your cruise line, as some lines require all embarked passengers to hold valid Indonesia entry permission before boarding. |
Not sure if your passport is visa-exempt? Check requirements by nationality.
Visa Options for Cruise Passengers (30-Day vs 60-Day eVisa)
Indonesia offers two online tourist eVisa durations suitable for cruise passengers:
- Tourist eVisa — 30 Days (Single Entry): Best for standard cruise itineraries calling at Bali, Lombok, Komodo, Java, or Sumatra, or when flying into Bali a few days before your cruise departs.
- Tourist eVisa — 60 Days (Single Entry): Best if you disembark in Indonesia at the end of a repositioning cruise and plan an extended overland stay beyond 30 days.
Both visas are issued electronically as a PDF linked to your passport number.
Approved Indonesian Seaports & Cruise Terminals
Holders of an approved Indonesia eVisa can enter through Indonesia's designated international seaports and cruise terminals, including:
- Bali (South): Benoa Harbour (Pelabuhan Benoa, Denpasar) — main cruise terminal for South Bali, Ubud, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua
- Bali (North): Celukan Bawang Seaport (Pelabuhan Celukan Bawang, Buleleng) — cruise port for Lovina and North Bali
- Lombok: Lembar Seaport (Pelabuhan Lembar, West Lombok) — main cruise gateway for Lombok and the Gili Islands
- Komodo / Flores: Labuan Bajo Seaport — port of call for Komodo National Park excursions
- Central Java (Borobudur): Tanjung Emas Seaport, Semarang — main cruise port for Borobudur Temple shore excursions
- Jakarta: Tanjung Priok Seaport — primary cruise and passenger port for Jakarta
- East Java: Tanjung Perak Seaport, Surabaya — major cruise port for Surabaya and Mount Bromo
- North Sumatra: Belawan Seaport (Medan) and Sabang Seaport (Weh Island)
- Riau Islands (near Singapore): Bandar Bentan Telani & Sri Bintan Pura (Bintan), Batam Centre, Harbour Bay, Sekupang, and Nongsa (Batam)
If you fly into Indonesia to join your ship, the same eVisa is also valid at all major international airports including Ngurah Rai International Airport (Bali – DPS) and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta – CGK). See our full Indonesia eVisa entry points guide.
How to Apply for an Indonesia Cruise eVisa (Step-by-Step)
- Gather Passenger Details:
- Machine-readable passport valid for at least 6 months from your first Indonesian arrival date
- Clear scan/photo of your passport bio data page and a recent passport-style portrait photo
- Your cruise ship name, first Indonesian arrival port, and arrival/departure dates
- Start Your Online Application:
- Open our assisted Indonesia eVisa form (or apply directly on the government portal, evisa.imigrasi.go.id)
- Traveling as a couple, family, or cruise group? Select up to 15 passengers in a single submission on Step 1
- Select Your Visa Product:
- Choose Tourist eVisa (30 days) for standard cruise port calls or Tourist eVisa (60 days) for longer post-cruise stays
- For your Indonesian address/accommodation field, enter your cruise ship name and first port of call (or your pre-cruise hotel if flying in early)
- Upload Documents & Pay Once:
- Upload each passenger's passport scan and portrait photo — our team checks formatting before filing
- Complete one card payment covering everyone in your cabin or party
- Print Your eVisa Before Embarkation:
- Approvals are emailed as a PDF, typically within 2 hours to 2 working days (decision timing is set by Indonesian immigration)
- Print a paper copy of each passenger's eVisa to show at cruise check-in and Indonesian port clearance
Fees, Processing Time & Group Cruise Bookings
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Government fee — 30-day Tourist eVisa | US$70 per passenger |
| Government fee — 60-day Tourist eVisa | US$130 per passenger |
| Our service fee | US$69.99 per passenger (100% refunded if Indonesian immigration rejects the application) |
| Typical approval window | 2 hours to 2 working days (decided by Indonesian immigration, not guaranteed) |
| Group size per submission | Up to 15 passengers in one checkout — see family & group eVisa guide |
Full fee breakdown: Indonesia visa fees.
Important Tips for Cruise Travelers
- Apply before you board: Cruise lines frequently check that you hold a valid Indonesia eVisa (or qualify for visa exemption) at initial embarkation in Singapore, Sydney, Fremantle, or Hong Kong — before letting you board the ship.
- Check your 6-month passport rule: Indonesian immigration strictly enforces the 6-month minimum passport validity rule from your arrival date at the port.
- Carry a printed copy: Ship Wi-Fi can be slow or offline when docking at Komodo, Lombok, or Celukan Bawang. Keep a printed copy of your eVisa PDF with your passport and cruise card.
- Separate Bali Tourist Levy (for Bali calls): If your ship calls at Benoa or Celukan Bawang in Bali, Bali provincial authorities also charge a separate IDR 150,000 (~US$10) foreign tourist levy, which is separate from your national Indonesia eVisa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa if my cruise stops at Bali, Lombok, and Komodo on the same trip?
Only one single-entry 30-day Tourist eVisa is required as long as your ship sails directly between Indonesian ports without calling at a foreign country in between.
What if my cruise visits Bali, sails to Timor-Leste or Australia, and then returns to another Indonesian port?
Because the ship exits Indonesian territory and re-enters from a foreign country, your first single-entry eVisa ends when you leave Indonesia. You will need a new valid visa for the second entry into Indonesia.
Do I need a visa if I stay on the cruise ship and do not disembark?
If you remain on board while docked, Indonesian immigration generally does not require a shore visa, however many cruise lines require all passengers on an Indonesia itinerary to have a valid eVisa prior to embarkation. Always confirm your cruise line's boarding policy.
What address do I put on the Indonesia eVisa form as a cruise passenger?
Enter the name of your cruise ship (for example, MS Westerdam / Royal Caribbean / Celebrity Solstice) and the name of your first Indonesian port of arrival (such as Benoa Harbour, Bali).
Can my spouse, family, or cabinmates apply together?
Yes. You can include up to 15 cruise passengers in one application on our online form and pay in a single checkout. Every traveler (including children) receives an individual eVisa linked to their passport.
When should cruise passengers apply for an Indonesia eVisa?
We recommend applying 1 to 4 weeks before your cruise departs so you can print your approved eVisa PDF before leaving home.
Start your cruise visa application: Apply for your Indonesia eVisa online
indonesiaimmigration.com is a private visa assistance service, not the Indonesian government. You may apply directly on the Indonesian government portal, evisa.imigrasi.go.id, and pay only the government fee; if you use us, our US$69.99 service fee per passenger for document review and filing support is added, and every amount is itemised before you pay.