Indonesia Visa Codes Explained — B1, C1, C2, D1, D2

Indonesia uses a letter-number coding system for its visa categories. Here is what each one means and which you should apply for.

Indonesia Visa Category Comparison

Code	Common Name	Purpose	Duration	Entry
B1	Visit Visa (legacy)	Various social purposes	Varies	Single
C1 / B211A	Social/Tourist Visa	Tourism, family visits	60 days (up to 180)	Single
C2 / B211B	Business Visa	Business meetings, investment	60 days	Single
D1	Multiple Entry Tourist	Frequent tourist visits	60 days per entry	Multiple
D2	Multiple Entry Business	Frequent business visits	60 days per entry	Multiple

C1 / B211A — Social Tourist Visa

The most common tourist visa for longer stays. Requires an Indonesian sponsor. 60 days initial stay, extendable up to 180 days total.

Use if: You want 60–180 days for tourism or social visits and have an Indonesian sponsor.

C2 / B211B — Business Visa

For business meetings, conferences, and investment scouting. Requires a business sponsor in Indonesia.

Use if: You are visiting Indonesia for business purposes with a corporate sponsor.

D1 — Multiple Entry Tourist Visa

Allows multiple entries into Indonesia within the visa validity period. Each entry typically grants 60 days.

Use if: You make frequent tourist visits to Indonesia and want to re-enter without reapplying each time.

D2 — Multiple Entry Business Visa

Similar to D1 but for business purposes. Multiple entries, 60 days per entry.

Use if: You make frequent business trips to Indonesia and need multi-entry flexibility.

Which is Right for You?

•First trip, eligible nationality, up to 60 days: eVOA (simpler, no code needed)
•Up to 180 days, tourism: C1 (B211A)
•Business meetings: C2 (B211B)
•Frequent tourist visits: D1
•Frequent business trips: D2
•Long-term residency: Investor KITAS (via PT PMA)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is B211A the same as C1?

A: Yes. B211A is the official Indonesian designation; C1 is the category code. They refer to the same visa type.

Q: Which visa is best for digital nomads?

A: B211A (C1) for up to 180 days. E33G Second Home Visa for 5 years.

Q: Can I switch from C1 to D1 inside Indonesia?

A: No. You must exit Indonesia and apply for a different visa type.

Q: Do D1 and D2 require sponsors?

A: Yes. Both multiple entry visas require Indonesian sponsors.

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Indonesia Visa Types Compared: B1, C1, C2, D1, D2 — Which Do You Need?