Indonesia: visa on arrival for US citizens (up to 30 days) — not fully visa-free.
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| Requirement | Visa on arrival |
| Typical stay allowed | 30 days |
| Advance authorization | None required |
| Passport validity buffer | 6 months |
US citizens need a Visa on Arrival to enter Indonesia (including Bali) — it's paid, typically valid around 30 days, and extendable, but it is not visa-free entry.
Not a traditional visa applied for in advance — Indonesia issues a visa on arrival for US citizens. US citizens need a Visa on Arrival to enter Indonesia (including Bali) — it's paid, typically valid around 30 days, and extendable, but it is not visa-free entry.
US citizens can generally stay up to 30 days per visit under the standard tourist entry terms.
No advance electronic authorization or visa application is currently required for short tourist stays.
A commonly-applied rule is that your passport should remain valid at least 6 months beyond your trip. Always confirm the exact requirement close to your travel date.