Indonesia Visa RequirementsFor Belgium passport holders
Belgian passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival in Indonesia for 30 days, paying $35 USD at major international airports. One extension of 30 days is available.
Belgium passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival at Indonesia ports of entry.
Visa on Arrival (VoA): available at designated international airports and seaports including Bali (DPS), Jakarta (CGK), Surabaya (SUB), and Lombok (LOP). Cost is IDR 500,000 (approximately $30-35 USD at current rates): pay at the VoA payment counter before immigration. You will receive a 30-day stay stamp. One extension for a further 30 days is possible at a local Immigration Office (Kantor Imigrasi) for an additional fee.
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
Required Documents
Valid Belgian passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from your intended date of entry into Indonesia.
USD cash for visa fee
The Visa on Arrival fee is IDR 500,000 (approximately $35 USD). Pay at the dedicated VoA payment counter before reaching immigration.
Return or onward ticket
Proof of your onward journey out of Indonesia. Required at immigration.
Completed arrival card
Available on the plane or at the airport. Complete before the immigration counter.
Hotel booking confirmation Recommended
Proof of accommodation for at least the first night of your stay.
Current Travel Situation
Belgium to Indonesia: What You Need to Know
Belgium and Indonesia have trade and diplomatic ties, with Belgium being an EU partner to ASEAN. Indonesia is a vast and diverse archipelago and a top destination for Belgian travelers seeking world-class diving (Raja Ampat, Komodo), Bali's temples and rice terraces, Yogyakarta's ancient Borobudur and Prambanan, and the wilds of Borneo and Sulawesi. Bali remains the most popular entry point for Belgians.
How to Get There
No direct flights from Brussels to Bali or Jakarta. Connect via Amsterdam (AMS) with KLM to Bali (DPS) or Jakarta (CGK), or via Doha (DOH) with Qatar Airways, Dubai (DXB) with Emirates, or Kuala Lumpur (KUL) with Malaysia Airlines/AirAsia. Total travel time is approximately 16-20 hours.
Money & Banking
Indonesia uses the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). The denomination can seem daunting: 14,000 IDR is approximately $1 USD. Cards are accepted at hotels, malls, and tourist-area restaurants in Bali and Jakarta. Cash is essential outside major cities and for transport, warung (local restaurants), and markets. ATMs are widely available in Bali and Java. Indonesia is affordable: daily costs are well below Belgian levels.
Practical Tips
Bali's Denpasar Airport arrival hall can be very congested: be patient with the VoA queue. Use Go-Jek or Grab for reliable and affordable transport. In Bali, always respect temple etiquette: wear a sarong and sash when entering temples (often available for rent). Drink only bottled or filtered water. Dengue fever is present: use insect repellent. Book diving trips in Raja Ampat and Komodo months ahead as capacity is limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Belgian citizens need a visa for Indonesia?
Yes. Belgian citizens require a Visa on Arrival (VoA) for Indonesia, costing approximately $35 USD (IDR 500,000), available at major Indonesian international airports and seaports.
Where can I get the Indonesia Visa on Arrival?
The VoA is available at designated international airports including Denpasar Bali (DPS), Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK), Surabaya (SUB), Lombok (LOP), and other major entry points. Pay at the VoA payment counter before reaching the immigration desk.
How long can Belgian citizens stay in Indonesia with the Visa on Arrival?
The VoA grants a 30-day stay. It can be extended once for a further 30 days at a local Immigration Office (Kantor Imigrasi), giving a maximum of 60 days.
What should I know about Balinese temple etiquette?
When visiting Balinese Hindu temples, you must wear a sarong and sash covering your waist and legs. These are available for rent at temple entrances. Dress modestly and act respectfully. Some temple areas are off-limits to non-Hindus or menstruating women.
How do I fly from Brussels to Bali?
No direct flights. Connect via Amsterdam (AMS) with KLM to Bali (DPS), via Doha (DOH) with Qatar Airways, Dubai (DXB) with Emirates, or via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) with AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines. Total travel time is approximately 16-20 hours.
What are the top destinations in Indonesia beyond Bali?
Yogyakarta for Borobudur and Prambanan temples, Raja Ampat in West Papua for world-class diving, Komodo Island for Komodo dragons, Lombok for beaches and trekking Rinjani volcano, and Ubud for Balinese culture and rice terraces.