Turkey visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Turkish Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Indonesia citizens traveling to Turkey can apply for evisa for a maximum stay of 30 days.
  • Intending visitor passport must be valid for the proposed duration of stay, with at least one blank page on their passports for entry and exit stamps.
  • Parents traveling with their children aged 18 years or younger are allowed to include them on their passport. 
  • Visitors would be required to provide evidence of onward or return ticket and proof of accommodation.
  • Visitors from infected countries have to fill in a health declaration form, which is issued to the board as a preventive measure for the outbreak of swine flu.
  • Intending visitors are expected to show proof of sufficient funds to cover their entire stay, at least $100 per day.
  • Indonesian citizens do not need a certificate of vaccination to travel to Turkey.
  • Turkey has strict laws against the use, possession or trafficking of illegal drugs. If convicted of any of the above offenses, you would receive a heavy fine or a prison sentence.
  • The possession, sale and export of antiques from Turkey are strictly forbidden, and there are severe penalties for those who attempt to do so without official permits.
  • Antiques brought into the country should be registered in the owner’s passport to avoid difficulties upon exit.
  • Local currency and foreign currencies are unrestricted on entry. However, visitors should declare large amounts on arrival.
  • Local currency and foreign currencies up to USD 5,000 can be exported. Exceeding amounts must be declared and it is required to hold proof of purchase from an authorized bank.
  • If travelers overstay their visit, they must inform the immigration police and get a residence permit that must be produced upon departure.
  • It is an offense to insult the Turkish nation or national flag and to deface the local currency.
  • Pet can enter as cargo, as the traveler's checked luggage or in the cabin accompanied by a certificate of good health.
  • Turkey uses the GMT+03:00 Time zone (GMT+3), hence, Jakarta, Indonesia is 4 hours ahead of Turkey.
  • Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Oman Air, Malaysia Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Thai Airways, Saudi Airlines Saudia and Thai Lion Air are the popular airlines that fly from Indonesia to Turkey.
  • The estimated flight duration from Jakarta, Indonesia to Istanbul, Turkey is 12 hours, 15 minutes.
  • Turkey has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool, wet winters in the Mediterranean sea while it is a temperate Oceanic climate with warm, wet summers and cool to cold, wet winters in the Black sea.
  • The official language spoken in Turkey are Turkish, Kurmanji, Arabic and Zazaki. Other ethnic languages have very few speakers including Turkish dialects, Balkan, Laz, Armenian and Circassian languages.
  • Turkey is a secular state with no official religion; the Turkish Constitution provides for freedom of religion and conscience.
  • Turkish culture is a product of efforts to be a "modern" Western state while maintaining traditional religious and historical values.
  • Some of the tourist centers to explore are Kabak Bay, Butterfly Valley, Patara, Princes' Island and Cappadocia.
  • Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the World, the world's oldest religious site, Göbekli Tepe and numerous other World Heritage Sites such as the "Neolithic site of Çatalhöyük", "Hattusa: the Hittite Capital", the "Archaeological Site of Troy" and others.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of year to visit Turkey?

The best time to travel to Turkey is between April and May (Spring) or from September to November when the temperature is pleasant. If you like summers, these months are your best bet, because Turkey usually has a rainy winter. 


What is Turkey national language?

The official language spoken in Turkey are Turkish, Kurmanji, Arabic and Zazaki. Other ethnic languages have very few speakers including Turkish dialects, Balkan, Laz, Armenian and Circassian languages.

Can I use credit cards in Turkey?

Yes, credit cards are widely accepted in Turkey. Although, Diners and American Express cards are accepted in far fewer places than Visa or Mastercard.


Do I need medical insurance to travel to turkey?

Yes, you will need to have holiday insurance with good medical cover to ensure that you are not out of money in case something goes wrong.