Indonesia e-VOA for Chinese Citizens
For tourism and business meetings, up to 30 days. We check your documents before anything is submitted, so a small mistake does not cost you the trip.
Business trips have the same answer as tourism for this passport, so this page already covers you.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Indonesia?
Yes. Chinese passport holders are not covered by Indonesia's visa exemption. For a short holiday or business meetings, the usual option is the B1 Visa on Arrival, which you can get online in advance as an e-VOA.
Every traveller also has to submit the All Indonesia arrival card within 3 days before arrival. Submit it only on the official site. Apax Gateway does not charge for arrival cards.
Is this visa for you?
Chinese passport holders on a short trip of up to 30 days, for holidays, family visits or business meetings. Every traveller, including children, needs their own visa.
What you can do
Tourism and family visits, business meetings and negotiations, site visits to offices or factories, and medical treatment. You cannot sell goods or be paid by anyone in Indonesia.
Arriving in Indonesia
Show your e-VOA, your passport (valid for at least 6 months) and your ticket out of Indonesia to the immigration officer.
How you receive it
Once approved, a download link for your e-VOA is sent by email. Keep a copy on your phone and a printed copy.
Before you apply
The government fee is not refundable if your application is refused. Overstaying can lead to fines or deportation.
What to bring
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Ticket out of Indonesia (return or onward)
- Enough money for your stay
- All Indonesia arrival card, submitted within 3 days before arrival
What you pay, line by line
We show the government fee and our fee separately. The government fee goes to Indonesia. Our fee pays for the document check, submission and support.
Price per traveller
- Indonesian government fee
- SGD 35.25
- Rp500,000, converted at today's rate
- Apax Gateway service fee
- SGD 30.00
- Document check, submission and support
If your application is refused, we refund our service fee in full. Full refund policy
- Paid in Singapore dollars at today's rate: 1 SGD = Rp14,182.68.
- The government fee is kept by Indonesia and is not refundable.
How it works
Fill in a short form
Passport details, travel dates and a photo of your passport page.
We check, then submit
A person on our team checks your details against the official rules, then submits to Indonesian immigration.
Get your visa by email
We send the PDF and remind you to submit the arrival card 3 days before you fly.
Why choose Apax Visa?
Both routes get you the same official visa, and applying yourself costs less. We are here if you want your documents checked, expert help when you need it, or no risk on our fee.
| Feature | By yourself | Apax Visa |
|---|---|---|
| We catch mistakes before you submit | ||
| 24x7 Visa experts on WhatsApp | ||
| Help if the visa download link fails | ||
| Arrival card reminder before you fly | ||
| Service fee refunded if refused |
FAQs
Can I attend business meetings without a business visa?
For short trips, yes. The B1 e-VOA lets Chinese citizens attend business meetings, negotiate and sign agreements, and visit sites for up to 30 days. For longer business stays, apply for the C2 Business e-Visa (up to 60 days). You cannot sell goods or be paid by anyone in Indonesia.
Can I stay longer?
Yes. The B1 e-VOA can be extended once, for another 30 days, at an Indonesian Immigration Office before your first 30 days end. For longer business stays, the C2 Business e-Visa allows up to 60 days.
Is the arrival card the same as the visa?
No. The arrival card is a separate form that every traveller submits within 3 days before arrival, with or without a visa. Submit it only on the official site. Apax Gateway does not charge for arrival cards.
What happens if I overstay?
You can be fined Rp1,000,000 for each day you overstay, and you may also be detained, deported or banned from returning for a period. Staying more than 60 days past your permit can lead to detention, deportation or a ban.
Do I need a visa if I only transit through Indonesia?
No, as long as you stay inside the airport's international transit area.
Before you apply
What exactly is the e-VOA?
It is the online version of Indonesia's Visa on Arrival (B1). It gives you one entry and up to 30 days in Indonesia for tourism, government visits, business meetings, buying goods or transit. Because you get it before you fly, you skip the visa counter on arrival.
What do I need to apply?
A clear image of your passport photo page (valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date), a passport-style photo and an email address. The official system accepts JPG or PNG files of up to 200 KB each.
How early should I apply?
You can apply up to 14 days before you travel. Apply at least 48 hours before your flight to be safe.
Do I have to arrive on the exact date in my application?
No. Your e-VOA is valid for 90 days from the date in your application, and you can arrive on any day in that period. Your 30-day stay starts on the day you arrive.
Does everyone in my group need their own e-VOA?
Yes. Every traveller needs a separate e-VOA, including a child who has their own passport.
Can I get a multiple-entry e-VOA?
No, the e-VOA is single entry only. If you need to enter several times, apply for a multiple-entry visa instead.
Can I still get a visa at the airport instead?
Yes. If your nationality is eligible for the e-VOA, you can also get a Visa on Arrival at the port of entry, as long as you meet the requirements.
Your application
What if I make a mistake in my application?
You have to submit a new application, and the government does not refund the fee for mistakes. Wrong information can also get you refused at the border. This is why we check every application before it is submitted.
My e-VOA does not match my passport. Can I still use it?
No. An e-VOA with details that do not match your passport is invalid. You need a new one, and the government fee for the old one is not refunded.
How do I receive my e-VOA?
Once it is issued, you get a download link by email. Keep a copy on your phone and a printed copy, in case the officer's system is down.
How is my personal information protected?
Indonesia's immigration authority states that it does not sell or share applicants' data for commercial use, and stores it in secure systems. The barcode on your e-VOA is encrypted and digitally signed. You are responsible for keeping your own copies safe.
At the border
Does an e-VOA guarantee I can enter Indonesia?
No. It shows you are eligible to ask for entry. The immigration officer at the airport or port makes the final decision.
What should I have ready when I land?
Your passport (valid for at least 6 months from arrival), your e-VOA, and a printed return or onward ticket. The officer may ask to see the ticket.
Staying longer
How do I extend my stay?
Apply for an extension at an Indonesian Immigration Office before your 30 days end. The e-VOA can be extended once, for another 30 days.
Can I apply for a new e-VOA while I am in Indonesia?
No. You must leave Indonesia before you can use a new e-VOA. If you want to stay longer, extend your current one at an Immigration Office instead.
Payments and refunds
If my e-VOA is refused, do I get my money back?
We refund our SGD 30.00 service fee in full. The Indonesian government does not refund its fee for refused applications.
Can I get a refund if I do not travel?
The government does not refund unused e-VOAs.
I do not have a credit card. Can I still apply?
The official site only accepts Mastercard, Visa or JCB credit cards, and the card does not have to be in your name.
Who can I contact with other questions?
Message our visa experts on WhatsApp, 24x7. You can also reach Indonesia's official support desk by live chat at imigrasi.go.id or by email at visa@imigrasi.go.id or evoa@imigrasi.go.id.