Indonesia visa for Nepali

Do Nepali citizens need a visa for Indonesia?

Yes. Nepali passport holders need a visa arranged in advance to visit Indonesia. Nepal is not on Indonesia's visa on arrival list, so you cannot get a visa at the airport. Most travellers from Nepal use the C1 tourist e-visa, a single-entry electronic visa applied for entirely online. There is no Indonesian embassy in Nepal, so the whole process is digital and no in-person embassy visit is required before you fly.

The C1 tourist e-visa covers your entire trip across Indonesia, including Bali, Jakarta, Lombok and Yogyakarta. Alongside the visa, every traveller must also complete the free All Indonesia Arrival Card before arrival, and anyone landing in Bali must complete the separate Bali tourist levy. These are described in detail below.

Do you need a visa for Bali?

Bali is a province of Indonesia, so the same national rules apply. Nepali passport holders need a visa in advance for Bali and are not eligible for visa on arrival. The single C1 tourist e-visa already covers Bali, so there is no separate Bali visa to apply for. What Bali does add is the one-off Bali tourist levy on arrival, which is a local requirement and not a visa. Keep the All Indonesia Arrival Card ready too, as it is mandatory whichever airport you land at.

Indonesia visa types for Nepali travellers

For a holiday, honeymoon or family trip, the visa that matters is the C1 tourist e-visa. It is single entry, allows a generous stay per visit, and is issued online. The table below compares the practical options so Nepali travellers can see at a glance what applies to them.

If your trip is for business, study or another long-stay purpose, other Indonesian visa categories exist. Those are handled case by case, so tell our team your exact plan and we will point you to the correct category.

Documents required for an Indonesia visa

The C1 tourist e-visa is document light compared with many countries, but each item must be clean, clear and current. Getting the paperwork right the first time is the single biggest factor in a smooth approval. Here is what Nepali applicants need to prepare.

• Scanned copy of your passport, valid for at least 6 months from your travel date, with at least 1 to 2 blank pages.
• A recent colour photograph, 35 by 45 mm, on a white background, taken within the last 6 months.
• Confirmed return or onward flight tickets covering your trip.
• Confirmed hotel booking for the full length of your stay.
• A bank statement from the last 3 months showing sufficient funds for your trip.

If you are travelling as a couple or a family and sharing financial proof, you will also need supporting certificates, such as a marriage certificate for couples or birth certificates for children, to establish the relationship. Our team tells you exactly which category applies to you so you do not over-prepare or under-prepare.

How to apply for the Indonesia visa online

Because there is no Indonesian embassy in Nepal, the C1 tourist e-visa is applied for entirely online. The flow is straightforward when your documents are ready in advance.

1. Gather every document from the list above in clear digital form, with the passport and photo meeting the exact size and quality rules.
2. Complete the online application with details that match your passport exactly, including the spelling of your name and your date of birth.
3. Submit the application and supporting documents, then wait for processing, which typically takes about 7 to 12 working days.
4. Receive the approved e-visa by email as a PDF. Save it, print a copy, and keep it with your travel documents.

Because small errors can cause delays or rejection, many Nepali travellers ask Gomayu to prepare and submit the application on their behalf. We check every document against the current rules before it goes in.

How long can you stay in Indonesia and can you extend?

The C1 tourist e-visa allows a stay of up to 60 days per entry. If you want to stay longer, the visa can be extended twice inside Indonesia, taking your total stay up to a maximum of 180 days. This makes Indonesia comfortable for a slow holiday, a long honeymoon, or a Nepali family visiting relatives for an extended period.

Each extension is done inside Indonesia and requires an in-person visit to a local immigration office for biometrics, so it cannot be completed remotely. If you already know you want a long trip, plan the extension timing before you travel so you are not rushing near the deadline. Our team can guide you on the process and the paperwork the immigration office will expect.

The All Indonesia Arrival Card and Bali tourist levy

Two arrival requirements sit alongside the visa. They are separate steps, and skipping them can slow you down at the border.

All Indonesia Arrival Card (AIAC)

The All Indonesia Arrival Card is mandatory for every traveller and is completely separate from the visa. It is free and completed online at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id. Submit it within 3 days before you arrive, and each traveller receives an individual QR code to show on entry. The AIAC has replaced the earlier customs declaration and health declaration forms, so it is now the single arrival form you need.

Bali tourist levy

If you are landing in Bali, there is a separate Bali tourist levy that applies per person, including children and infants. It is a local requirement, not a visa, and is settled once per visit. You complete it online at lovebali.baliprov.go.id and receive a QR voucher. Since 2026 there have been spot-checks at temples and popular attractions, so keep the voucher on your phone. Travellers landing elsewhere in Indonesia, such as Jakarta, do not need this levy.

The entry process at the airport

Arrival is quick when everything is ready. Have your approved e-visa PDF, your passport, your AIAC QR code and, for Bali arrivals, your Bali levy voucher easy to reach.

• Present your passport and approved e-visa at immigration.
• Show your individual AIAC QR code when asked.
• For Bali arrivals, have the Bali levy QR voucher ready in case of a check.
• Keep your return ticket and hotel booking accessible, as officers may ask to see them.

With your documents in order, immigration is usually a smooth formality for Nepali travellers.

Common mistakes Nepali travellers make

Most visa problems come from small, avoidable slips. Watch for these:

• Applying with a passport that has less than 6 months validity or no blank pages.
• Uploading a photo that is the wrong size, has a coloured background, or is old.
• Name or date of birth in the application not matching the passport exactly.
• Forgetting the All Indonesia Arrival Card, which is mandatory and separate from the visa.
• Assuming Bali has its own visa, or forgetting the Bali tourist levy for Bali arrivals.
• Booking non-refundable flights before the visa is approved.
• Leaving the application too late and not allowing for the 7 to 12 working day processing window.

Tips for the Nepali diaspora and NRNs

If you are a Nepali passport holder living abroad, the Indonesia visa rules are the same as for someone applying from Kathmandu. Because the C1 tourist e-visa is fully online, you can apply from wherever you live, so there is no need to route your documents back through Nepal. Prepare your bank statement from your current country of residence and keep every document in clear digital form. NRNs planning to meet family in Indonesia, or combining an Indonesia holiday with a trip home to Nepal, should apply well ahead so the timing lines up. Gomayu regularly assists Nepali travellers based overseas, so our team can support you remotely.

When to apply for your Indonesia visa

Apply once your travel dates are firm, and allow comfortably more than the 7 to 12 working day processing window in case of queries. Remember the C1 tourist e-visa requires you to enter Indonesia within 90 days of approval, so do not apply too early either. For peak Nepali booking seasons around Dashain and Tihar, demand for flights and hotels is high, so a good rule is to plan your trip roughly 3 months ahead and start the visa once your bookings are confirmed. This keeps you inside the entry window while giving processing plenty of breathing room.

Prepare before you book

A little sequencing saves stress. Before you commit to non-refundable arrangements, confirm your passport has at least 6 months validity and blank pages, and get your bank statement and photograph ready to the required standard. Line up the flight and hotel bookings that the application needs, then submit the visa. Only once approval is comfortably in hand should you lock in anything you cannot change. This order protects your plans and keeps your trip on schedule.

Indonesia travel tips for Nepali visitors

Indonesia is easy and rewarding for travellers from Nepal. Bali suits honeymooners and couples with its beaches, rice terraces and temples, while families enjoy the resorts, waterparks and gentle pace. Jakarta is the business and shopping hub, Yogyakarta is the cultural heart near Borobudur and Prambanan, and Lombok offers quieter beaches and the Gili islands. Pack light breathable clothing for the tropical climate, carry modest wear for temple visits, and keep digital and printed copies of your e-visa, AIAC QR code and, for Bali, your levy voucher. With the paperwork sorted, Indonesia is one of the most relaxed and beautiful holidays a Nepali traveller can take.