Indonesia Visa RequirementsFor Afghanistan passport holders
Afghan citizens require a visa to visit Indonesia, costing approximately $50 for a 60-day social-cultural visa. Applications are made at the Indonesian Embassy or through the Indonesian e-Visa system. Indonesia is the world's most populous Muslim-majority nation and a popular destination for Afghan travelers.
Afghanistan passport holders require a visa to enter Indonesia.
Apply at the Indonesian Embassy in Islamabad or the Indonesian Consulate in Dubai. Check evisa.imigrasi.go.id to see if the online B211A visa is available for Afghan passport holders. For the embassy route: completed application form, valid Afghan passport (at least 6 months validity), passport photos, confirmed return or onward flight tickets, proof of accommodation, 3 months of bank statements, employment details, and the $50 fee. The Social-Cultural Visa allows 60 days with possible extensions in-country at Immigration offices. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Afghanistan to Indonesia: What You Need to Know
Indonesia, as the world's most populous Muslim-majority country, shares cultural and religious connections with Afghanistan. Indonesian embassies in Dubai, Islamabad, and other regional cities serve Afghan applicants. The Indonesian Embassy in Kabul has had very limited operations since 2021. Afghan nationals apply at the Indonesian Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, or the Indonesian Consulate in Dubai. Indonesia also offers a Social-Cultural Visa (B211A) applicable for tourism and other visits, which Afghan nationals can apply for. Check the Indonesian e-Visa portal (evisa.imigrasi.go.id) as Indonesia has been expanding its e-visa system.
How to Get There
No direct flights connect Afghan airports to Indonesia. Route via Dubai (DXB) with flydubai then Emirates or Lion Air to Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) or Jakarta (CGK). Via Singapore (SIN) then Garuda Indonesia or Batik Air is another option. Kuala Lumpur (KUL) via AirAsia connects to multiple Indonesian cities. Total journey time from Kabul to Bali is typically 10 to 16 hours.
Money & Banking
Indonesia uses the Indonesian rupiah (IDR). ATMs are widely available in Bali and major cities, accepting international Visa and Mastercard. Indonesia is excellent value: budget accommodation in Bali from $15 to $30 per night, meals at local warungs (small eateries) from $1 to $3 USD. Bali is more expensive in tourist areas like Seminyak and Kuta but very affordable in Ubud and Canggu. Currency exchange booths are available throughout tourist areas. USD is widely accepted in Bali tourist businesses.
Practical Tips
Bali is Indonesia's most iconic destination, offering Hindu temples (Tanah Lot, Uluwatu, Besakih on Mount Agung), lush rice terraces (Tegalalang), and surf beaches at Kuta and Canggu. Ubud is Bali's cultural heart with traditional dance, cooking classes, and yoga retreats. The Gili Islands off Lombok have excellent snorkeling and a relaxed atmosphere. Borobudur (UNESCO) near Yogyakarta is the world's largest Buddhist temple, built in the 9th century. Indonesia is majority Muslim with significant Hindu (Bali) and Christian minorities, and is known for religious tolerance and the concept of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity).