Indonesia Visa RequirementsFor Latvia passport holders
Latvian citizens get a Visa on Arrival or e-VOA for Indonesia at $50. Enter Bali and other key gateways.
Latvia passport holders require a visa to enter Indonesia.
Apply for the e-VOA at molina.imigrasi.go.id before departure or pay $50 at the airport VOA counter.
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 Latvian Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Indonesia.
USD Cash or Credit Card ($50)
$50 USD for the Visa on Arrival fee. Cash preferred; credit cards accepted at some airports.
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of planned departure from Indonesia.
e-VOA Confirmation (if pre-applied) Recommended
If you applied for the e-VOA online at molina.imigrasi.go.id, print the confirmation.
Current Travel Situation
Latvia to Indonesia: What You Need to Know
Latvian citizens can obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA) or e-VOA for Indonesia at $50 USD, valid for 30 days with one 30-day extension possible (total 60 days).
e-VOA: Apply at molina.imigrasi.go.id before departure to skip airport queues.
Major entry airports: Bali (DPS), Jakarta (CGK), Surabaya, Yogyakarta, Lombok.
How to Get There
No direct flights from Riga to Indonesia. Connect via Singapore (SIA, Garuda), Kuala Lumpur (AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines), or Doha (Qatar Airways). Total travel time approximately 17 to 22 hours.
Money & Banking
Indonesia uses the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Cash widely needed. ATMs at airports and tourist areas.
Practical Tips
Bali (rice terraces of Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta, temple ceremonies), Java (Borobudur, Prambanan, Yogyakarta, Mount Bromo), Lombok (Rinjani volcano, Gili Islands), Komodo (Komodo dragons, pink beach), and Raja Ampat (world-class diving) are the standout destinations.
Bali is the most popular: Direct charter or connecting flights from Europe serve Bali year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Latvian citizens need a visa to visit Indonesia?
Yes. Latvian citizens obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA) or e-VOA for Indonesia at $50 USD, valid for 30 days (extendable to 60 days).
What is the Indonesian e-VOA?
The e-VOA is the online version of the Visa on Arrival, applied for at molina.imigrasi.go.id before departure. It costs $50 USD and allows you to skip the on-arrival queue at the airport.
What is the Borobudur temple complex?
Borobudur is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple in Central Java, the world's largest Buddhist temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built from approximately 2 million stone blocks, it has 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues. Sunrise visits are the most atmospheric.
Is Komodo worth the trip?
Komodo National Park (Flores Island area) is home to the Komodo dragon (the world's largest living lizard) and some of the world's best diving. Access is typically by boat from Labuan Bajo on Flores Island (flights from Bali). The trip requires several days but is unforgettable.
How do I extend my Indonesian VOA?
Visit the local immigration office (Kantor Imigrasi) before your initial 30 days expire. Bring your passport, visa sticker, and fee. One 30-day extension is allowed for a total maximum stay of 60 days.
What is the best way to travel between Bali and Java?
Ferry from Gilimanuk (Bali) to Ketapang (Java) operates 24 hours, crossing the Bali Strait in approximately 45 minutes. Budget flights from Denpasar (DPS) to Yogyakarta (JOG), Solo (SOC), or Surabaya (SUB) are also cheap and fast.