Indonesia visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Indonesian Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Singaporeans traveling on their ordinary Singapore Passport can visit Indonesia for up to 30 days without a visa.
  • Travelers with the intention of traveling to Indonesia for more than 30 days are advised to apply for the appropriate visa before travel.  
  • You will also be required to pay an airport tax upon your departure from the airport.
  • Your Passport must be valid for 6 months from the date of arrival with a round-trip or onward ticket. 
  • One blank page of passport for entry stamps is needed.
  • The importation of pets into the country has been stopped until further notice due to the outbreak of rabies.
  • You must provide evidence of sufficient funds with a recent bank statement or letter from the bank providing confirmation of sufficient funds.
  • Furthermore, currencies up to the equivalent of 100,000,000 Indonesian rupiahs (approx. $7,500 USD) are restricted on entry and exit.
  • Intending travelers will need vaccinations for hepatitis A and typhoid fever, as well as medications for travelers' diarrhea.
  • Indonesia AirAsia, Garuda Indonesia, Scoot, Jetstar Asia, Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, Lion Air, Batik Air are the airlines that fly from Singapore to Indonesia directly.
  • The total flight duration from Singapore to Indonesia is 2 hours, 54 minutes.
  • Indonesia uses three timezones: Western Indonesia Time zone is GMT+7, Central Indonesia is GMT +8 and Eastern Indonesia is GMT +9. Singapore is 1 hour ahead of Indonesia.
  • The power plugs and sockets in Indonesia are of type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V while the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Travelers should also keep in mind that Chinese medicines, narcotics, firearms, and ammunition, pornographic material, fresh fruit, and cordless phone sets are not permitted into the country except with a license.
  • Indonesia lies along the equator, and the climate tends to be relatively even all year-round as it has two seasons (the wet and dry season) with no extremes of summer or winter.
  • For most of Indonesia, the dry season falls between April and October with the wet season between November and March.
  • The road transport system is predominant in Indonesia, Richshaws such as bajaj and becak, and share taxis such as Angkot and Metromini are commonly used within the country.
  • Nature and culture are preeminent attractions of Indonesian tourism.
  • The country boasts of a unique combination of a tropical climate, a vast archipelago, and a long stretch of beaches with a rich cultural heritage reflecting its dynamic history and ethnic diversity.
  • Indonesia has eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Borobudur Temple Compounds and the Komodo National Park.
  • Indonesia's official language is Indonesian.
  • The Indonesian government recognizes only six religions- Islam, Protestantism, Roman Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. However, the constitution stipulates religious freedom for all in the country.
  • Rice is the main staple food in Indonesia and it is served with side dishes of meat and vegetables. 
  • In the event of overstaying, you must report to the local immigration authorities, before the Singapore Embassy in Jakarta, or the Singapore Consulates-General in Batam or Medan, can assist you with a temporary travel document to facilitate your return to Singapore.
  • As visa requirements often change at short notice, travelers are advised to contact their travel agencies or the Embassy of Indonesia in Singapore for up-to-date information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indonesia an easy country to travel to?

Generally, Indonesia is easy to travel to. The country is very cheap, the people are exceptionally friendly, there are several transportation options and English is widely spoken.

Is Indonesia a safe country to visit?
Indonesia is generally a safe country with a low violent crime rate. However, in some of the tourist areas, pickpocketing and small scale scams are a fairly common occurrence. Travelers are advised to be more careful and keep an eye on their belongings when in crowds.
Are there any areas that should be avoided in Indonesia?

There are certain areas of the country that are experiencing political strife and travelers are advised to avoid those areas that should try to avoid. Areas of unrest include the Aceh province of northern Sumatra, Ambon in Maluku and parts of central Sulawesi. Luckily, these are all more remote areas of the country that you might not come across when visiting Indonesia.

What is the weather like in Indonesia?
Northern Indonesia has an equatorial climate meaning it is mainly warm and wet. Temperatures in the lower areas average about 28ºC/82ºF. As the island are volcanic, large areas are well above sea level and are correspondingly a couple of degrees cooler.