How to Extend Your Indonesia Visa: Step-by-Step Guide
Missed your visa expiry? Or want to stay longer? This guide covers tourist visa extension, overstay rules, and how to stay legal.
May 2025 ยท 5 min readCan You Extend Your Indonesia Visa?
Yes โ most Indonesian visas can be extended, but the process and eligibility depend on your visa type.
Extendable Visa Types
| Visa Type | Extendable | Max Extension |
| eVOA (30 days) | Yes | Once (30 days) |
| B211A (60 days) | Yes | Up to 180 days total |
| Multiple Entry | Yes | Per entry rules |
| KITAS | Yes | Annually |
Note: Visa on Arrival and eVOA cannot be converted to a KITAS or work permit after arrival.
How to Extend eVOA
- Apply at the nearest immigration office (Kantor Imigrasi) before your visa expires
- Bring your passport, current visa, accommodation proof, and onward ticket
- Pay the extension fee (official government fee)
- Extension is typically processed in 1โ3 working days
How to Extend B211A
- Apply through your sponsor or visa agent
- Submit required documents at immigration office
- Extensions are typically 30 days at a time, up to 180 days total
- Each extension requires a new application
What Happens if You Overstay?
Overstaying is serious. Penalties include:
- โขFine of IDR 1,000,000 per day of overstay
- โขDetention until fine is paid
- โขDeportation
- โขPotential blacklisting from Indonesia
Always extend BEFORE your visa expires.
Can You Do a Visa Run?
Some travelers exit Indonesia and re-enter on a new visa. This is allowed but:
- โขNot guaranteed โ immigration can deny entry
- โขFrequent visa runs may attract scrutiny
- โขRules change โ verify before planning
Need Help With Extension?
We handle the full extension process โ from document prep to submission and follow-up. Contact us before your visa expires.
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Share your details โ nationality, current location, purpose of stay, and planned travel date. Visa Nest will review your case and guide you step by step.
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